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Winter - Spring2013 - 2014
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Dear Friends,
We are pleased to present our new look 2014 holiday brochure for your perusal. We are still offering our
inclusive touring holidays with hostess service on every tour along with 100% of our attention as most of
our clients have become accustomed to. For your convenience please remember we offer door to door
pickups on all our extended tours.
Two of our Scottish tours next year will be operated with a modern coach offering top quality full executive
facilities which will still include our well known onboard refreshments served on Staffordshire china just
like the service you receive on the classic coaches. Once again we have chosen top quality hotels for our
holidays and along with all the inclusions we offer in the itinerary, we hope you will take this into
consideration when comparing prices.
Remember coach touring has the advantage of a professional driver and hostess throughout your holiday
to look after your every need, enjoying fantastic panoramic views and no worry about driving, so sit back
relax and let Goodwins Coaches take care of everything.
Hopefully you will find something of interest to entice you onto one of our tours. We have some new and
exciting destinations as well as the old favourites. We look forward to your call at our booking office and the
pleasure of your company on an extended holiday or day excursion.
Goodwins Classic CoachesLyntown Trading Estate186 Old Wellington RoadEcclesManchesterM30 9QG
Booking Line: 0161 789 4545www.gogoodwins.co.uk
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Go Goodwins HistoryA brief history of Go Goodwins Coaches and the traditions of Regency RoadPullman Touring Company that it preserves in the form of Goodwins ClassicCoaches.
Goodwins Classic Coaches FleetMeet the coaches, view the seating plans and learn a little about each one andtheir history.
Goodwins Classic Coaches Fully Inclusive Holiday ItinerariesA comprehensive guide to our Fully Inclusive, Door to Door Service Holidays.Itineraries are detailed in full so you can see the value that your all inclusiveholiday holds and what activities await you on one of our thoughtfully plannedtours.
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Christmas Markets in Germany 2013
Christmas on the Isle of Wight 2013
Winter Landscapes in the Trossachs
Springtime on the Cornish Coast
Springtime in the Scottish Borders
Llandudno Extravaganza and 5 Star Luxury
Springtime in Charming Sidmouth
Nottingham Delights and the AEC Rally
Splendour of the Scottish Highlands
The Ayrshire Coast & The Islands of Bute & Arran
Portsmouth, Southsea and the Wartime Farm
Date Out
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About Goodwins Classic Coaches Day Excursions
Just a sneak peek at the Excursions that are planned for early 2014 andinformationabout Pick Up Points for our Complimentary Feeder Service on DayExcursions, and remember all our Fully Inclusive Holidays are Door to DoorService.
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Goodwins Classic Coaches is part of Go Goodwins, a family business
with three generations of Goodwins involved in its day to day
operations. Now in his seventies, Alan Goodwin is the eldest of the
trio. He still provides advice for his son Geoff, Geoff’s wife Suzanne,
grandson Wesley and Wesley’s wife Sally, who manage the business
today.
Go Goodwins operate a fleet of 10 modern coaches for Private Hire
and are our proud holders of the contract with the
English Cricket Board, responsible for the transportation of the team
and their opponents when in the UK. All of our front line coaches
prominently carry the ECB logo.
Complimenting their private hire business they operate bus services
tendered through TfGM in the Greater Manchester area with there
dedicated fleet of 25 buses.
When it comes to wanting to know you are in the safe hands of your
coach and driver you need look no further than Goodwins. Proud of
their fleets and contracts they ensure down to the last detail that both
the coaches themselves and the drivers qualifications are maintained
to exacting standards. Both on site training facilities and workshops
for the coaches ensure that all regulations are complied with and are
done so under their own control.
In addition to the buses and coaches operated there are a number of
other vehicles owned that are worthy of note and the pride of
ownership of which led to Goodwins Classic Coaches. A fleet of 9
classic coaches dating from the early 1950s through to the early
1980s of varying manufacture.
Regency Road Pullman Touring Company as many of you will
remember set a bench mark for classic coach holidays and with the
ambition of Goodwins to carry on that standard with the purchase of
their coaches they are working with the same enthusiasm they have
in the other aspects of their business to continue to provide Classic
Coach tours to outstanding places of interest, staying at hotels of
proven good quality, offering the same quality of courier service
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Day Excursions, Tours and High Profile Rugby, Football and Ice
Hockey Teams
About Goodwins Classic Coaches
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Introducing Goodwins Classic Coach Fleet
C1 ECB - DAF Powered Van Hool T916
With reclining leather seats, tables, cup holders and onboard
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A modern touring coach, with the
same quality hostess service and tableware as provided on our
vintage coaches.
ew to us in 2009 this Vanhool T916 is a full team coach.
It has been driven by Geoff Goodwin on two Ashes Tours carrying
the Australian Cricket team.
G1 ECB - Van Hool TX16 Astron
Painted in the distinctive Goodwins livery, this 2013 Vanhool TX16
Astron is a 53 seat full executive coach used for the incoming
cricket teams for the England and Wales cricket board. It has
reclining leather seats, pull down tables, cup holders and onboard
facilities used for day excursions.
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Introducing Goodwins Classic Coach Fleet
C11 ECB - MAN Neoplan
Reclining leather seats, tables, cup holders, onboard facilities
including toilet and drinks machine. This coach is used for Day
Excursions.
Lady Carol JRV 500F
1967 AEC Reliance Duple Commander III
Built in 1968 this Duple Commander 111 has an AEC 505 engine
and was new to Byngs of Portsmouth and sold to Spiers of Henley
in 1972. When Spiers closed their doors in 1985 it was stored
away until 2012 when the AEC society approached us to save 2
coaches from going to the scrap yard (the other one being XOT
104). It took 3 months to restore at a cost of £50,000. We now take
pleasure in using this vehicle on our private hire and excursion
programme and taking her to rallies.
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Introducing Goodwins Classic Coach Fleet
Lady Sarah EUU 117JBuilt in 1971 new to Glenton tours of London specifically for
continental touring for this unique touring coach company.
Owned by Regency Tours in Cheshire the vehicle has worked on a
busy continental programme visiting the North Cape of Norway on
many occasions and has also travelled to Russia twice along with
Germany, Switzerland France, Ireland and most of the UK. It has
now passed into the hands of Goodwins Coaches who have fully
restored the vehicle ready for another few years touring.
Lord Clive HYR 175WAgain this vehicle was built for Glenton tours of London and
passed through the hands of various owners before Regency
Tours restored the vehicle to use on their holiday programme,
again throughout the continent and in the UK. Goodwins coaches
have now got the vehicle and restored it to their high standard.
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Day Excursions - January to March 2014
16th January
£19.00 Adults - £17.00 Senior Citizens
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BIRMINGHAM BULL RING MARKET & DOBBIES
th January
£23.00 Adults - £22.00 Senior Citizens
14th February
£21.00 Adults - £20.00 Senior Citizens
19th February
£39.00 Adults - £38.00 Senior Citizens
6th March
£15.00 Adults - £14.00 Senior Citizens
14th March
£24.00 Adults - £23.00 Senior Citizens
20th March
£20.00 Adults - £19.00 Senior Citizens
31st March
£25.00 Adults - £24.00 Senior Citizens
OSWALDTWISTLE WINTER BLUES with 3 Course Lunch Included
LICHFIELD MARKET & STAFFORDSHIRE DELIGHTS
WINTER WONDERLAND IN WALES WITH LUNCH
ALBERT DOCK & LIVERPOOL ONE
PENDLE WITCH EXPERIENCE & OSWALDTWISTLE
SHAKESPEARE'S STRATFORD UPON AVON
SKIPTON MARKET & FOULRIDGE TEA CRUISE
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Day Excursion Pick Up PointsFor your convenience Goodwins Classic Coaches operate a complimentary feeder service for Day
Excursions from various pick up points over a large area both on the morning of departure and on the
return. We regret any unforseeable delays but please be reminded this is a free courtesy service to help
you join the coach. When planning your chosen day excursion allow plenty of time to get to your
preferred pick up point on the morning of your trip. You can arrange collection from any of the pick up
points below when booking your travel.
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Bus Stop outside Aldi
Bus Stop outside Selfridges
Outside Nags Head
Bus Stop outside Sainsbury's
The Mall - Bus Stop outside Quality Save
Bus Stop opposite the Grey Hound
Bus Stop on Ashton Lane opposite The Birches
Bus Stop at Trafford Magistrates Courts
The Legh Arms
The Pelican
Stonemasons
Barrington Road
The Wendover
Rope & Anchor
Dog & Partridge
Bus Stop at the Shops
Fir Grove Hotel
Co op, Knutsford Road
Mulberry Tree
Main Shops, Northwich Road
Anne's Cake Shop
Police Station
Co op, Middlewich Road
Gadbrook Road Bus Stop
Eccles
Trafford Centre
Davy Hulme
Urmston
Stretford
Partington
Ashton on Mersey
Sale
Sale Moor
Timperley
Timperley Village
Altrincham
Brooklands
Warrington North
Warrington North
Latchford Village
Grappenhall
Grappenhall
Stockton Heath
Weaverham
Castle
Northwich
Rudheath
Rudheath
Many holiday companies offer German Christmas market breaks. Our
market tour is a 6 day ‘Holiday’ with many extras and has proven very
popular over the last 6 years. Cologne is without doubt the best place to
go with 5 markets all accessible and we shall be staying at our usual hotel
the ‘Maritim’ just five minutes walk from the famous Cathedral and the
Christmas markets overlooking the River Rhine. All breakfasts and 3
course evening dinners with tea and coffee are included along with this
wonderful festive atmosphere only found in Germany.
Day 1, Sun 1st Dec
Approx 135 Miles, Hotel Meals = D, Coach Meals = SN
Day 2, Mon 2nd Dec
Approx 190 Miles, Hotel Meals =
B, D, Coach Meals = Lunch
Day 3, Tue 3rd Dec
Approx 0 Miles, Hotel Meals = B, D
Day 4, Wed 4th Dec
Approx 0 Miles, Hotel Meals =B, D
Day 5, Thur 5th Dec
Joining the coach you will no doubt meet up with old
friends from previous tours. We leave Cheshire and motor along the M62
towards Leeds stopping for a lunch break at the White Rose shopping
centre(NIIP). Later in the afternoon we shall arrive in Hull to board the ferry
for Rotterdam. Time to settle in to your outside cabin before enjoying dinner
on board all included. There is plenty of entertainment on board ship for your
enjoyment.
Breakfast will be included this morning then leaving the
ferry we make our way through Holland stopping for a coffee break at a small
Dutch cafe. A light lunch will be served on the coach today with warming
soup as we travel through pleasant countryside and over the border into
Germany. On arrival at the hotel you will have time to relax and explore this
wonderful hotel before dinner is served.
A leisurely breakfast over, enjoy a free day at your leisure
to look round the shops of Germany’s most popular city. Take in the lovely
atmosphere of the markets or take the opportunity of using the hotels leisure
facilities. After dinner you may wish to join us to visit a musical evening in a
traditional German bar by the Rhine.
After breakfast we shall join our fellow travellers to
walk up to the railway station for our train ride to Bonn to see the shops and
the Christmas markets here. You will have approximately 3 hours to see the
sights before returning on the train back to Cologne. Time to rest before
dinner.
Breakfast over we sadly have to say farewell to our
hosts and make our way through the Dutch countryside back to Rotterdam
for our overnight sailing to Hull. Various stops will be made along the way
today and lunch will be served on the coach. Once on board the ferry enjoy
your evening meal all inclusive.
After a hearty breakfast on board ship we join our coach
once again for our journey home. A coffee stop will be made at the Cedar
Hotel near Huddersfield before arriving back in Cheshire at lunch time.
Approx 190 Miles, Hotel Meals = B, D,
Coach Meals = B/L
Day 6, Fri 6th Dec
Approx 135 Miles, Hotel Meals = B, Coach Meals = Coffee
The Average Daily all inclusive cost is approx: £106
Tour No. Date Out Date Ret SRS Bal Due Cancel Date Hotel Grade DBB/BB Tea Fac in Rm Lift Coach Meals Passport Rq'd Ferry Accom Ferry Meals
07 1st Dec 6th Dec £120 21st Oct 11th Oct 4* DBB Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
O/Night Bag
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Christmas Markets in Germany 2013Staying at the Maritim Hotel, CologneAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday
£641
6 Days Classic Coach Travel - Sunday 1st December to Friday 6th December
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All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions, Train Ride
To Bonn, Outside Cabins With Side By Side Beds, Coffee Day 2, Coffee Day
6, Porterage & Choice Of Menu.
Items included in the Tour Price
The Hotel
The Maritim in Cologne must be one of the very best, situated on the
bank of the Rhine and within a stone’s throw of the cathedral, the
Christmas market and shops. Your meals will be served in the elegant
restaurant in relaxing surroundings. To compliment the building many
facilities are available from bars to a leisure centre with pool, a natural
sauna and steam room. Pamper yourself with this little bit of luxury at
Christmas time.
Your Coach
EUU 117J
Booking Line 0161 789 4545
We invite you to come and enjoy the Christmas festivities with goodcompany, good food and entertainment. Delight in special menus &decorations all prepared for your sheer enjoyment for a wonderfulChristmas by the sea. There will be a full entertainments programmeat the hotel along with excursions on the coach giving you theopportunity to explore this lovely island full of charm and character.
Day 1, Mon 23rd Dec
Approx 250 Miles, Hotel Meals = D, Coach Meals =MC/B, BL
Day 2, Tue 24th Dec
Approx 30 Miles, Hotel Meals = Full Board
Day 3, Wed 25th Dec
Approx 0 Miles, Hotel Meals = Full Board
Day 4, Thur 26th Dec
Departing Cheshire early morning we make ourway south stopping for coffee on the coach with a warming tot. We willalso serve a picnic lunch on the coach to you during our journey. Theafternoon takes us down the M40 & A34 to Newbury & Winchester beforearriving in Portsmouth for our 30 minute sailing to Fishbourne on theisland. On arrival at the hotel time to settle in before dinner followed bysome light entertainment, giving you chance to meet and chat to old andnew friends.
Enjoy a morning run into Newport, the capital of theisland, time to browse through the shops before returning to the hotel fora light lunch served in the restaurant. During the afternoon relax in thelounge and watch the world go by with a cup of tea and cake whilst youwork out some of those baffling brain teasers. Early evening partake in aglass of wine with your friends whilst listening to your favourite Christmascarols this will be followed by a candlelit dinner and entertainment withmusic for dancing.
Afteranother traditional breakfast sit and chat with friends maybe join in thequizzes in the lounge overlooking the sea. At 12pm join the staff for aglass of sparkling wine with Christmas carols and a visit from someonevery special !! Before a traditional Christmas lunch. You may wish towatch the Queens speech at 3pm with tea and coffee in the lounge andlater on this evening Enjoy a tasty buffet supper as your evening continueswith entertainment.
A morning run will take us toRosemary’s vineyard for a talk on the wine tasting and a little sample ortwo. A cup of hot chocolate or coffee will be served here included in theprice before heading back to the hotel for the Trouville’s boxing day grandbuffet. Enjoy another afternoon of fun and bingo with tea and Christmas
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE
BOXING DAY
cake in the lounge. Time to relax before our farewell dinner followed byentertainment with prize giving for the winner of the quizzes in theballroom with music and entertainment.
Saying farewell to our hosts this morning we makeour homeward journey sailing back to Portsmouth & stopping for a lightlunch with warming soup on the coach on the M40. As we motor back upthe M6 a stop will be made for a cup of tea arriving home early eveningafter I hope, a very enjoyable Christmas holiday.
Approx 30 Miles, Hotel Meals= Full Board, Coach Meals = Hot Choc
Day 5, Fri 27th Dec
Approx 250 Miles,Hotel Meals = B, Coach Meals = BL
The Average Daily all inclusive cost is approx: £95
Tour No. Date Out Date Ret SRS Bal Due Cancel Date Hotel Grade DBB/BB Tea Fac in Rm Lift Coach Meals Passport Rq'd Ferry Accom Ferry Meals
09 23rd Dec 27th Dec Nil 11th Nov 4th Nov 3* DBB Yes Yes Yes No Sail Only No
O/Night Bag
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Christmas on the Isle of Wight 2013Staying at the Trouville Hotel, SandownAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday
£535
5 Days Classic Coach Travel - Monday 23rd December to Friday 27th December
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All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions, Full
Board Christmas Package At Hotel, Hot Chocolate & Wine Tasting On
Day 4 Porterage & Choice Of Menu.
Items included in the Tour Price
The Hotel
We are staying at the Trouville Hotel once again which has becomeincreasingly popular with our clients. All bedrooms have the addedbonus of sea views with the exception of single rooms, as the hotel issituated on Sandown seafront, all have ensuite facilities with TV, teamaking facilities & telephone. A lift serves all floors for yourconvenience & there is an indoor bowls room & trymnasium. It is wellsituated just a few minutes walk from the town & boasts of beautifulviews across Sandown Bay. There will be live musical entertainmenteach evening.
Your Coach
EUU 117J
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Drymen is an ideal base to explore this picturesque region of
Scotland, the heart of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs national
park with the added bonus of the Scottish winter scenes. During
our stay we will visit The Trossachs, take a cruise on Loch
Katrine & enjoy ‘The Falkirk Wheel’ plus a visit to the Glengoyne
Whisky Distillery. This tour will be operated on a modern coach.
Day 1, Mon 24th Feb:
Approx 240 Miles, Hotel Meals
= D, Coach Meals = MC/B, SN
Day 2, Tue 25th Feb:
Approx 40
Miles, Hotel Meals = B, D.
Day 3, Wed 26th Feb:
Approx 80 Miles, Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach Meals = Lunch,
Sherry
Day 4, Thur 27th Feb:
Join our coach as we head north and a stop willbe made for coffee & shortbread on the coach. Journeying north we crossthe border stopping at Moffat for lunch (NIIP). Feeling refreshed theremainder of the afternoon takes us north by passing Glasgow to Balloch& onto the village of Drymen & the Buchanan Arms hotel with ample timeto settle in before dinner is served.
A morning visit will be taken at the GlengoyneWhisky distillery in the neighbouring village, experience a whisky distillerytour with a wee dram of a superb malt whisky before returning to thevillage of Drymen with time to explore this small but tranquil and beautifulvillage. Enjoy the leisure facilities or relax before dinner.
After breakfast we set off for a day of outstandingscenery with expansive lochs, wide valleys and mountain peaks as wemotor through the heart of the Trossachs to Loch Katrine to enjoy apeaceful cruise around the Loch made famous by Sir Walter Scott & the‘Lady of the Lake’. Lunch will be included here before spending some timein the popular tourist village of Aberfoyle. Sherry and shortbread will beserved on the coach before returning to the hotel in time for dinner.
After breakfast our coach will take us acrosscountry to Falkirk for a trip on the Falkirk Wheel, this is an exceptional featof engineering designed to reconnect the Forth and the Clyde canal andthe Union canal. The 50 minute journey lifts the boat up to join the Unioncanal 35 metres above and allows the boat to sail smoothly from the
The Average Daily all inclusive cost is approx: £64
Tour No. Date Out Date Ret SRS Bal Due Cancel Date Hotel Grade DBB/BB Tea Fac in Rm Lift Coach Meals Passport Rq'd Ferry Accom Ferry Meals
1401 24th Feb 28th Feb £60 11th Jan 8th Jan 3* DBB Yes No Yes No No No
O/Night Bag
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Winter Landscapes in the TrossachsStaying at the Buchanan Arms Hotel, DrymenAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday
£319
5 Days Classic Coach Travel - Monday 24th February - Friday 28th February
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All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions, Porterage
& Choice Of Menu. Cruise On Loch Katrine, Glengoyne Whisky Tour, Ride
On The Falkirk Wheel, Lunch On Day 3 & 5.
Items included in the Tour Price
The Hotel
The Buchanan Arms Hotel is ideally situated in the quiet village of Drymen,
this beautiful old establishment has been modernised yet retains
traditional bars & log fires, offering friendly efficient service & hospitality.
All rooms are ensuite with TV, telephone, hairdryer & tea tray. The
restaurant serves an excellent standard of cuisine along with friendly
efficient service. The hotel is full of Scottish character. For your added
enjoyment there is an indoor swimming pool with Sauna and gymnasium.
PLEASE NOTE THERE IS NO LIFT BUT SOME GROUND FLOOR ROOMS
AVAILABLE.
Falkirk Wheel. Afternoon tea will be served on the coach during ourjourney back to the hotel.
Saying farewell to our hosts this morning we shallmotor south stopping at the Annandale Arms hotel for lunch all included inthe town of Moffat. As we join the M6 a stop will be made for a cup of teaon the coach arriving home early evening.
Approx 80 Miles. Hotel Meals = B,D.
Coach Meals = AF/T
Day 5, Fri 28th Feb:
Approx 240 Miles. Hotel
Meals = B, D. Coach Meals = Lunch, AF/T.
Your Coach
C1 ECB
Booking Line 0161 789 4545
‘Spring’ into Cornwall with this fantastic All Inclusive package !
Enjoy Cornwall’s magnificent golden sandy beaches, breathtaking
views from cliff tops, quaint old harbours & villages. This tour is ideal
for exploring some of the pretty coves of Cornwall & the tourist
attractions of the Bodmin & Wenford Steam Railway, along with
some of the popular seaside resorts.
Day 1, Mon 24th Mar:
Approx
300 Miles, Hotel Meals = D, Coach Meals = MC/B & BL
Day 2, Tue 25th Mar:
Approx 50 Miles, Hotel Meals = B & D, Coach Meals = B/L
Day 3, Wed 26th Mar:
Approx 50 Miles, Hotel Meals =B, Lunch & D
Day 4, Thur 27th Mar:
Leaving Cheshire early morning we stop for
coffee & shortbread on the coach, as our journey takes us south we will
stop & serve you with a picnic lunch on the coach. As the afternoon
closes we motor into Cornwall following the A30 and arriving at the
Esplanade hotel where a warm friendly welcome awaits, a Cornish
cream tea will be served whilst your luggage is taken to your room. Time
to settle in to your room before a sumptuous dinner is served.
After a leisurely breakfast we shall join our coach
for a short ride into the city of Truro with time to look round the shops or
the cathedral. A picnic lunch will be served on the coach at Gyllyngvase
beach at the popular seaside resort of Falmouth with time for a stroll.
Back to the hotel with time to relax or enjoy a swim before dinner is
served.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before leaving the
hotel mid morning for a gentle ride through the Cornish countryside to
Bodmin for a ride on the Bodmin & Wenford Steam railway, which is
Cornwall’s only standard gauge railway still operated by steam
locomotives and the trains run through delightful scenery. We will return
to the hotel for a hot buffet lunch and a free afternoon to explore Newquay
or you may wish to relax in the hotel and enjoy the views before dinner.
After breakfast we shall take a leisurely run along
the coast to Perranporth with time to look round this pleasant seaside
resort. Continuing a scenic ride along the Cornish Coast to Portreath for a
sandwich lunch on the coach before rejoining the main A30 at Hayle for
our Journey to visit Healy’s Cornish Cider Farm. On arrival back at the The Average Daily all inclusive cost is approx: £78
Tour No. Date Out Date Ret SRS Bal Due Cancel Date Hotel Grade DBB/BB Tea Fac in Rm Lift Coach Meals Passport Rq'd Ferry Accom Ferry Meals
1402 24th Mar 28th Mar Nil to 3 10th Feb 1st Feb 3* DBB Yes Yes Yes No No No
O/Night Bag
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Springtime on the Cornish CoastStaying at the Esplanade Hotel, Fistral BeachAll Inclusive Holiday Travelling aboard Lady Sarah
£385
5 Days Classic Coach Travel - Monday 24th March - Friday 28th March
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All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions,
Porterage, Train Ride On Day 3, Coffee At Jamaica Inn. Complimentary
Bar Each Evening between 6pm and 9pm, Lunch On 4 Days.
Items included in the Tour Price
The Hotel
The Esplanade hotel is situated overlooking the wonderful Fistral beach inthe quieter and more relaxed area of Newquay and offers excellentaccommodation with the added bonus of an indoor heated swimmingpool with sauna and Jacuzzi. All rooms have TV, telephone & tea makingfacilities and the restaurant has an extremely high standard of cuisine.Enjoy your evening meal whilst watching the sun go down over the oceanwaves. There is a lift to all floors for your convenience. Entertainment willbe provided on 2 nights during your stay. As this holiday is All Inclusivethere will be a complimentary bar between 6pm and 9pm each evening onselected brands and lunch will be provided every day and a Cornishthemed dinner menu one evening.
hotel time to relax before dinner and entertainment.
As we say farewell to our hosts and start our
journey North a stop will be made at the famous Jamaica Inn for coffee
(all included). A stop will be made for lunch (NIIP) at Sanders Garden
centre to break our homeward journey. A cup of tea and cakes will be
served during our journey back home arriving in Cheshire early evening.
Approx 50 Miles,
Hotel Meals = B & D, Coach Meals = B/L
Day 5, Fri 28th Mar:
Approx 300 Miles, Hotel Meals = B, Coach Meals = MC/B & AF/T
Your Coach
EUU 117J
www.gogoodwins.co.uk
Peebles is in a very attractive setting, the local motto is 'Peebles
for pleasure'. The small town has riverside parklands & a
spacious high street with art & craft shops plus many historic
attractions within the area. We will be visiting some of the lovely
border towns with plenty of history combined with the serenity of
this beautiful area in the Scottish Lowlands, this is also the
perfect location to visit Abbotsford House and the Royal Yacht
Britannia. This tour will be operated with a modern coach.
Day 1, Mon 21st April:
Approx 220 miles. Hotel
Meals = D. Coach Meals = MC/B, SN
Day 2, Tue 22nd April:
Approx 40 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D.
Coach Meals = AF/T
Day 3, Wed 23rd April:
Approx 80 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach Meals = Ice cream
Leaving Cheshire this morning we head north
up the M6 with a stop for coffee & muffins on the coach. Once over the
border we will make a stop for lunch at the famous village of Gretna Green
(NIIP). The afternoon see's us cut across pretty countryside following the
A7 through Teviotdale to Hawick and Peebles with time to settle in to the
Tontine hotel before a sumptuous dinner.
Enjoy the morning at leisure to explore this
lovely town, take a stroll by the river, visit the beautiful church or take
advantage of the lovely individual shops. During the afternoon we will
take a run out to Selkirk with tea and cakes on the coach before returning
back to the hotel for dinner.
Joining our coach after breakfast our first visit
will be made in the Border town of Melrose before visiting Abbotsford
House home to the great Sir Walter Scott who was famous for some his
classics including Rob Roy, Lady of the Lake and the Bride of Lammermoor
to name but a few. The house has undergone extensive refurbishment
and has access to a new visitor centre. Abbotsford provides a fantastic
experience for visitors with all the history of the house combined with
beautiful formal gardens and riverside walks. Later on this afternoon we
will visit Jedburgh and the Woollen mill for some shopping and an ice
cream included in the tour price then back to the hotel in time for dinner.
The Average Daily all inclusive cost is approx: £80
Tour No. Date Out Date Ret SRS Bal Due Cancel Date Hotel Grade DBB/BB Tea Fac in Rm Lift Coach Meals Passport Rq'd Ferry Accom Ferry Meals
1403 21st Apr 25th Apr £20 3rd Mar 21st Feb 3* DBB Yes No Yes No No No
O/Night Bag
No
Springtime in the Scottish BordersStaying at the Tontine Hotel, PeeblesAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday
£399
5 Days Classic Coach Travel - Monday 21st April - Friday 25th April
12
All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions,
Entrance To Abbotsford House, Entrance To Royal Yacht Britannia,
Lunch At The Annandale Hotel On Day 5.
Items included in the Tour Price
The HotelThe Hotel
The Tontine is a small family run hotel and has been tastefully
renovated. All 36 rooms are ensuite with TV, hairdryer trouser press
and tea making facilities. Relax in the Tweedale shoot bar before
traditional Scottish fayre is served in the Adam room restaurant most
of all enjoy the high quality of service and Scottish hospitality this hotel
has to offer. PLEASE NOTE THERE IS NO LIFT
Day 4, Thur 24th April:
Approx 80 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach
Meals = SN
Day 5, Fri 25th April:
Approx 240 Miles. Hotel
Meals = B. Coach Meals = Lunch, AF/T
A full day excursion takes us to Leith watersidefor a visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia, here you will explore 5 decks with aself led audio tour of this beautiful Royal ship. This normally takesapproximately 2 hours then back into the city of Edinburgh for the rest ofthe afternoon. Fresh fruit and biscuits served on the coach on our wayback to Peebles.
Leaving our hosts this morning we head southdriving through the countryside of the Scottish lowlands stopping at thepleasant town of Moffat for our lunch at the Annandale Arms which willbe included today in the tour price. Feeling refreshed we are soon on ourway home via the A74 & M6. A cup of tea will be served on board thecoach before arriving home early evening.
Your Coach
C1 ECB
Booking Line 0161 789 4545
The Llandudno Extravaganza was founded back in 1986. There are
vehicle parades, street entertainers, brass bands playing, barrel
organs playing in the streets where the fair is. The local shop
keepers are dressed in Edwardian costume which all helps to make
this a wonderful weekend with so much to see and do for young and
old alike. You will also have the enjoyment of driving through the
scenic Welsh Countryside in the spring and staying at one of the very
best hotels in Llandudno. So treat yourselves and be pampered for a
few days in this lovely Victorian seaside resort.
Day 1, Fri 2nd May:
Approx 60
Miles. Hotel Meals = D. Coach Meals = SN.
Day 2, Sat 3rd May:
Hotel Meals = B, D
Day 3, Sun 4th May:
Hotel Meals = B, D
Leaving Cheshire mid morning we make our way to the
popular town of Mold with time for lunch (NIIP) and a look round. During the
afternoon a pleasant country run takes us through the scenic Vale of Clwyd to
St Asaph along the coast and on to the popular Victorian seaside resort of
Llandudno and the superb 5 star St George hotel. You will have ample time to
settle into your room before a sumptuous dinner is served.
Today will be a free day to enjoy the delights of
Llandudno with the added bonus of the Edwardian Extravaganza. You may
wish to visit the rally (admission included) with various old vehicles and
steam engines which could bring back a few memories or stroll through the
town with old fashioned stalls and the fair is on in the town centre with old
barrel organs playing. With staying in Llandudno you may wish to relax in the
seafront lounge and watch the world go by. Enjoy another tasty dinner this
evening.
After a leisurely breakfast spend another day at
leisure, watch the parades, stroll along the pier and enjoy all the festivities.
Relax in the wonderful hotel surroundings or enjoy the leisure facilities before
dinner.The Average Daily all inclusive cost is approx: £99
Tour No. Date Out Date Ret SRS Bal Due Cancel Date Hotel Grade DBB/BB Tea Fac in Rm Lift Coach Meals Passport Rq'd Ferry Accom Ferry Meals
1404 2nd May 5th May £90 24th Mar 14th Mar 5* DBB Yes Yes Yes No No No
O/Night Bag
No
Llandudno Extravaganza & 5 Star LuxuryStaying at the St Georges Hotel, LlandudnoAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday
£399
4 Days Classic Coach Travel - Friday 2nd May - Monday 5th May
13
All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions, 5 Star
Accomodation, Entrance To Bodafon Rally Field On Day 2 & 3. Ride On
Model Railway & Lunch, Choice Of Menu And Porterage.
Items included in the Tour Price
The Hotel
The amazing and sumptuous 5 star St George’s hotel was built as the first
luxury hotel in Llandudno, a tradition that continues today. Splendid
facilities and elegant décor can be seen in all ensuite rooms which have
TV, telephone and tea facilities. There is free WI FI in all public areas and a
lift to all floors for your convenience. The Terrace restaurant enjoys
spectacular views of Llandudno Bay and has a great reputation for
excellent cuisine. The St Georges hotel insists on only the finest local
foods cooked in season when taste and quality are at their optimum .
Day 4, Mon 5th May:
Approx 90 Miles. Hotel Meals
= B. Coach Meals = SN
Breakfast over we join our coach for a scenic ride
through the Conway Valley to Betws-Y-Coed. We shall visit the wonderful
model railway here and your tour price includes a short ride on the miniature
train and visit the museum. You will have the added bonus of enjoying
sandwiches, chips, Ice cream and tea. Our homeward journey will take us via
the stage coach road through Llangollen.
Your Coach
EUU 117J
www.gogoodwins.co.uk
Here at the heart of the heritage coast is scenery that has made
England the envy of the world, a profusion of thatched villages.
Lush green valleys and beautiful coastal scenery. Within all this
lovely countryside stands Sidmouth, a small unhurried and
unspoilt resort of charm and elegance. It stands between two
grassy headlands and its long flat promenade is overlooked by
dignified regency buildings. The town is renowned for its
colourful floral delights, which can be seen everywhere and for
which the town won many awards.
Day 1, Fri 9th May:
Approx 220 Miles. Hotel Meals = D. Coach
Meals = MC/B, SN
Day 2, Sat 10th May:
Hotel Meals = B, D
Day 3, Sun 11th May:
Approx 40 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D
Day 4, Mon 12th May:
Boarding the coach you are soon on your way via
the M6 stopping at the services for morning coffee on the coach, as we
join the M5 travelling through Somerset a lunch stop will be made at
Sanders Garden centre (NIIP). On our way again following the country
route from Exeter we soon find ourselves arriving in Sidmouth and the
Royal York & Faulkner hotel. Ample time to settle in to your room before
dinner is served.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before having the day
to explore this delightful seaside resort full of charm and old fashioned
character. Enjoy the individual shops, parks and lovely coastal walks or
relax in the hotel lounge and watch the world go by. Enjoy another
sumptuous dinner this evening.
After breakfast our coach takes us along the
coast visiting the historic resort of Lyme Regis which used to be an
important fishing port. After lunch (NIIP) we shall take a short ride to
Seaton and enjoy the miniature tramway. Then onto the Donkey
sanctuary and enjoy a cream tea before returning to the hotel with time to
relax before dinner.
Enjoy a morning run to the neighbouring resort
of Exmouth to enjoy a cruise on the river Exe then off in to the town with
time to wander round the shops and have lunch (NIIP). Enjoy a free The Average Daily all inclusive cost is approx: £87
Tour No. Date Out Date Ret SRS Bal Due Cancel Date Hotel Grade DBB/BB Tea Fac in Rm Lift Coach Meals Passport Rq'd Ferry Accom Ferry Meals
1405 9th May 13th May Nil 28th Mar 18th Mar 3* DBB Yes Yes Yes No No No
O/Night Bag
No
Springtime in Charming SidmouthStaying at the Royal York & Faulkner HotelAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday
£435
5 Days Classic Coach Travel - Friday 9th May - Tuesday 13th May
14
All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions, River
Cruise, Ride On Seaton Tramway. Plus Donkey Sanctuary & Cream Tea,
Porterage & Choice Of Menu.
Items included in the Tour Price
The Hotel
This magnificent regency building dating from 1810 enjoys an unrivalled
position at the centre of Sidmouth’s elegant esplanade adjacent to the
picturesque town centre. Owned and personally run by the Hook family for
three generations the hotel has earned a long standing reputation for
hospitality and service. The spacious ground floor offers three beautifully
decorated lounges in which to relax. The restaurant retains the traditional
high standards of silver service menus combining the best of both classic
and modern cuisine. Two lifts serve all floors and the well appointed rooms
have ensuite facilities and all amenities. There will be some nightly
entertainment provided on some nights.
afternoon back in beautiful Sidmouth before our farewell dinner this
evening.
Saying farewell to our hosts this morning we
motor North stopping for a picnic lunch on the coach today. As we by pass
Birmingham and join the M6 we will arrive home early evening.
Approx 40 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D
Day 5, Tue 13th May:
Approx
220 Miles. Hotel Meals = B. Coach Meals = Lunch
Your Coach
EUU 117J
Booking Line 0161 789 4545
Day 1, Fri 23rd May:
Approx
100 Miles. Hotel Meals = D. Coach Meals = MC/B
Day 2, Sat 24th May:
Approx 30
Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D.
Day 3, Sun 25th May:
Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach Meals =
AF/T
Departing Cheshire early morning we take a
scenic run over the Cat and Fiddle to Buxton for coffee and scones on
the coach. A country route will take us to Crich Tramway museum to
visit the wonderful extravaganza of transport at this open air museum.
Admission is included and there will be time for lunch (NIIP) before
carrying on our journey to the fine Robin Hood city of Nottingham and
the Mercure hotel in time for dinner and a good nights sleep.
After a hearty breakfast to set you up for the
day you will have a choice of joining our AEC as we make our way to
the AEC rally at Newark showground. Enjoy the day browsing at this
large selection of old classic vehicles lovingly restored by various
individuals and enthusiasts. Or you could stay in the city of
Nottingham famous for its lace making and enjoy the shops and
various museums. Late afternoon we head back to the hotel with time
to make use of the leisure facilities or relax before dinner.
Leaving the hotel after breakfast this morning
we shall head back to the rally field for the morning and watch the
vehicle parade. During the afternoon we shall make a direct route
home. Approx 90 Miles.
The Average Daily all inclusive cost is approx: £83
Tour No. Date Out Date Ret SRS Bal Due Cancel Date Hotel Grade DBB/BB Tea Fac in Rm Lift Coach Meals Passport Rq'd Ferry Accom Ferry Meals
1406 23rd May 25th May £55 11th Apr 2nd Apr 3* DBB Yes Yes Yes No No No
O/Night Bag
No
Nottingham Delights and the AEC RallyStaying at the Mercure Hotel, NottinghamAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday
£249
3 Days Classic Coach Travel - Friday 23rd May - Sunday 25th May
15
All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions,
Entrance To Crich And Aec Rally. Porterage & Choice Of Menu.
Items included in the Tour Price
The Hotel
The Mercure hotel is ideally situated in the heart of the city of
Nottingham. Located in the Lace Market area of the city just minutes
away from the castle dating back to 1822 and the old market square.
Luxury soft furnishings alongside the finest points of Georgian
architecture make this hotel the perfect place to stay on this short
break. All rooms are ensuite with TV, WIFI, telephone and hospitality
tray and there is a lift to all floors. For your added enjoyment there are
full leisure facilities including indoor heated swimming pool, Jacuzzi
and gymnasium.
Your Coach
EUU 117J
www.gogoodwins.co.uk
Join us on this new tour for the AEC rally at Newark. Enthusiasts along with ordinary holiday makers will enjoy this
short break through Derbyshire to Nottinghamshire taking in the pleasant scenery and enjoy a visit to the Crich
tramway museum. The AEC rally is held at the Newark showground boasting a host of delightful old vehicles lovingly
restored for your enjoyment to browse around.
Majestic scenery awaits you on this wonderful tour through the Scottish
Highlands, plus a magnificent castle in a wonderful setting and a world
famous historic garden along with. Lochs, glens and beautiful coastal
scenery all helps to make this tour a must for everyone. A visit to Dunrobin
Castle and Inverewe gardens will be included in the price of this tour.
Day 1, Wed 4th June:
Approx 250 Miles, Hotel Meals = D, Coach Meals
= MC/B & SN
Day 2, Thur 5th June:
Approx 90 Miles, Hotel Meals = B & D, Coach
Meals = AF/T
Day 3, Fri 6th June:
Approx
60 Miles, Hotel Meals = B & D, Coach Meals = Lunch
Day 4, Sat 7th June:
Hotel Meals = B & D
Day 5, Sun 8th June:
Leaving Cheshire early morning we head north stopping formorning coffee & biscuits onboard the coach. A lunch stop will be made at the populartown of Moffat (NIIP) before motoring towards the outskirts of Glasgow, joining theA9 we by pass Stirling and Perth before arriving at Fishers hotel in Pitlochry for ourovernight stay. Time to relax or take a stroll before dinner is served. Your overnight bagwill be required this evening.
We will spend a short amount of time in this popular townbefore joining our coach for our journey North. Our route see’s us travelling throughdramatic Scottish scenery into the Highlands stopping in the well known town ofAviemore at the foot of the Cairngorms for lunch (NIIP). We then drive over theDrumochter Pass with the ever changing Highland scenery stopping for a visit to theCulloden Battle field. A cup of tea will be served on the coach here before arriving inthe village of Beauly and a warm welcome at the Priory hotel. Time to settle into yourrooms before dinner is served.
After breakfast we join our coach for a day of outstandingcoastal scenery as we travel North to Dornoch with its 13th century cathedral. A lightlunch will be served on the coach here before continuing to the spectacular DunrobinCastle with its fairytale spires, turrets and one of Britain’s oldest continuouslyinhabited houses dating back to the early 1300’s. We shall arrive back at the hotelwith time to relax before dinner is served. Entrance to castle included today.
Due to drivers hours and regulations today will be a free day torelax and enjoy the delightful pretty village of Beauly maybe take a stroll along theshores of the Beauly Firth. You will also have the opportunity of catching the local businto the city of Inverness, with its vibrant shops, museums and the River Ness Walk.Once again another sumptuous dinner this evening.
Another day of outstanding beauty as we leave the hotel afterbreakfast and travel through Strath Garve to Corrieshalloch and Dundonnell for coffeeat the Dundonnell hotel. Following the shores of Little Loch Broom we enjoy theoutstanding North Coast scenery of Easter Ross to Inverewe Gardens againadmission included today. Ample time to visit this historical botanical Garden famousfor its exotic plants and widely regarded as one of the most beautiful gardens inScotland. The afternoon part of the tour takes us past Loch Maree and Glen Docherty.
Time to relax before dinner after a superb day in the Highlands. Remember yourcameras.
As we say farewell to our hosts at the Priory Hotel we take ascenic run along the shores of Loch Ness stopping for a lunch break (NIIP) in FortWilliam. During the afternoon take in more breathtaking scenery of Glencoe anddesolate Rannoch Moor. A stop will be made for a glass of wine whilst enjoying thewonderful area of Scotland. We shall arrive at the Holiday Inn at East Kilbride for ourovernight stop with time to relax before dinner.
Sadly we say farewell to Scotland this morning & retrace oursteps South. A stop will be made at the Annandale Arms Hotel in Moffat for lunch allinclusive before crossing back across the border & joining the M6. A cup of tea will beserved on the coach before arriving home in the evening.
Approx 140 Miles, Hotel Meals = B & D, Coach Meals = MC/B &
SN
Day 6, Mon 9th June:
Approx 180 Miles, Hotel Meals =
B & D, Coach Meals = SN
Day 7, Tue 10th June:
Approx 220 Miles, Hotel
Meals = B, Coach Meals = Lunch & AF/T
The Average Daily all inclusive cost is approx: £89
Tour No. Date Out Date Ret SRS Bal Due Cancel Date Hotel Grade DBB/BB Tea Fac in Rm Lift Coach Meals Passport Rq'd Ferry Accom Ferry Meals
1407 4th June 10th June £60 28th Apr 18th Apr 3* DBB Yes Yes Yes No No No
O/Night Bag
Yes
Splendour of the Scottish HighlandsStaying at the Priory Hotel, BeaulyAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday
£629
7 Days Classic Coach Travel - Wednesday 4th June - Tuesday 10th June
16
All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions,
Admission To Dunrobin Castle & Inverewe Gardens, Coffee At
Dundonnell Hotel, Lunch At Annandale Hotel, Porterage.
Items included in the Tour Price
The Hotel
The Priory hotel is the main stay for this tour situated in the small
village of Beauly, the family home of Lord Lovatt (the first man to cross
Pegasus Bridge on 5th June 1944.This is a small family run hotel with
traditional values and highland hospitality offering excellent cuisine
and a warm welcome. A lift serves all floors and all rooms are ensuite
with TV and tea tray.
Your Coach
EUU 117J
Booking Line 0161 789 4545
Explore this pretty area of the South west coast of Scotland with
stunning sea and landscapes as you visit the Isle of Bute and the
Isle of Arran known as Scotland in miniature. We have also
included a visit to Culzean Castle, a Robert Adam 18th century
masterpiece situated on the dramatic cliff tops of the Ayrshire
coast and Mount Stuart house and gardens at Rothesay on the Isle
of Bute.
Day 1, Mon 14th July:
Approx 220 Miles. Hotel Meals =
D. Coach Meals = MC/B, SN
Day 2, Tue 15th July:
Approx 60 Miles. Hotel
Meals = B, D. Coach Meals = AF/T
Day 3, Wed 16th July:
Approx 80 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach Meals
= SN
Leaving Cheshire this morning we head north upthe M6 with a stop for coffee & muffins on the coach. Once over the borderwe will make a stop for lunch in the town of Dumfries (NIIP). The afternoonsee's us cut across pretty countryside through Dalmellington and Ayr andonto Irvine and the Menzies hotel. Enjoy a cup of tea and shortbread whilstyour luggage is taken to your room.
After breakfast we make our way North to WemyssBay and sail over to the Isle of Bute where our first visit will be made toMount Stuart house and gardens truly a house of firsts. We believe MountStuart was the first home in the world to have a heated indoor swimmingpool and the first house in Scotland to be purpose built with electricity,central heating and a telephone, most of which are quite remarkably still inuse today. During the afternoon we will enjoy a scenic tour around the Isleof Bute stopping for a cup of tea and scotch pancakes by the sea inRothesay. Back to the hotel in time for dinner.
After breakfast we join another ferry as we crossthe Firth of Clyde to Brodick on the Isle of Arran known as Scotland inminiature. A scenic coastal drive North takes us through the pretty villageof Sannox to Lochranza and the Isle of Arran whisky distillery for lunch allincluded. As we drive along the shores of the Kilbrannan sound we shallpass through Blackwaterfoot and over the String road back to Brodick withtime at the Arran Heritage Museum. After our 55 minute sailing back toArdrossan we soon find ourselves back at the hotel with time to relaxbefore dinner.
Day 4, Thur 17th July:
Approx 50 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach Meals = AF/T
Day 5, Fri 18th July:
Approx 240 Miles. Hotel Meals = B.
Coach Meals = AF/T
Another scenic run along the coast today as wehead south to Culzean castle for a guided tour of this beautiful imposingcastle on the cliff side. We will have an afternoon visit to the Robbie Burnsvisitor centre at Alloway where tea and cakes will be served on the coachbefore making our way back to the hotel with time to relax before dinner.
Leaving our hosts this morning we head southdriving through the countryside of the Scottish lowlands stopping at thefamous village of Gretna Green for lunch (NIIP). During the afternoon wefollow the A74 & M6. A cup of tea will be served on board the coach beforearriving home early evening.
The Average Daily all inclusive cost is approx: £94
Tour No. Date Out Date Ret SRS Bal Due Cancel Date Hotel Grade DBB/BB Tea Fac in Rm Lift Coach Meals Passport Rq'd Ferry Accom Ferry Meals
1408 14th July 18th July £60 2nd June 26th May 4* DBB Yes Yes Yes No Sail Only No
O/Night Bag
No
The Ayrshire Coast & the Islands of Bute & ArranStaying at the Menzies Hotel, IrvineAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday
£469
5 Days Classic Coach Travel - Monday 14th July - Friday 18th July
x 17
All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions,
Entrance To Mount Stuart House, Culzean Castle And Robbie Burns
Visitor Centre. Lunch On Day 3. All Ferry Sailings.
Items included in the Tour Price
The Hotel
Menzies Hotel Irvine stands on the outskirts of the town and is ideally
situated to explore the beautiful scenery and fascinating history of the
south west coast. Quality and choice awaits you in the restaurant
where you can choose from classic favourites or dishes inspired by the
finest continental cuisine. All rooms have TV, telephone, WIFI and tea
making facilities. There is a lift to all floors for your convenience.
Entertainment will be provided on two nights of your stay.
Your Coach
EUU 117J
www.gogoodwins.co.uk
Turn back the clock to the 1940’s during the 70th anniversary of the
Normandy landings and visit the farm utilised in the BBC TV series along
with the D-Day museum & overlord Embroidery, Britain’s only museum
dedicated solely to covering all aspects of the D-Day landings in
Normandy, France on 6th June 1944. Enjoy the fascinating maritime
city of Portsmouth home to HMS Victory, Henry V111’s battleship Mary
Rose and the Royal Navel museum. We have also included a visit to the
170ft high Spinnaker Tower. Enjoy this tour with a difference.
Day 1, Mon 28th July:
Approx 240 Miles. Hotel
Meals = D. Coach Meals = MC/B, B/L
Day 2, Tue 29th July:
Approx 20 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D.
Day 3, Wed 30th July:
Approx 60
Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach Meals = SN
Day 4, Thur 31st July:
Approx 70 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach
Meals = Snacks
Joining your tour coach you will no doubt meet friends
ready to enjoy yet another Goodwins Classic coach holiday. Our route will take us
south on the M6 stopping for coffee and shortbread on the coach. A light
sandwich lunch will be served on the coach as we motor south following the A34
bypassing Newbury and Winchester arriving at our hotel the Best Western Royal
Beach in time to settle in before dinner is served.
Breakfast over join us for a short journey to the sea front
for a visit to the D Day museum and Overlord Embroidery which is very similar to
the Bayeaux Tapestry. The afternoon will be spent in Portsmouth visiting the
Spinnaker tower for a guided tour of this wonderful building which reaches 170 ft
high with breathtaking views over the harbour. Time to relax before dinner.
The popular BBC TV series Wartime farm was filmed at
Manor Farm where the presenters were challenged to turn back the clock, dig for
victory and run the farm as it would have been during the 2nd world war. During
the afternoon we will visit Lyndhurst in the heart of the New Forest with time for a
late lunch (NIIP). Time to relax back at the hotel before dinner.
We cruise today across the solent to the Isle of Wight,
enjoy a visit to Rosemary’s Vineyard for coffee and wine tasting. Time to explore
the popular resort of Shanklin for lunch (NIIP) before having a nostalgic ride on the
Isle of Wight steam railway. We then join our coach for our journey back through
Ryde to Fishbourne and our sailing over the water to Portsmouth after an
enjoyable day at the seaside.
Day 5, Fri 1st Aug:
Approx 220 Miles. Hotel
Meals = B. Coach Meals = Lunch
Saying farewell to our hosts this morning we motor North
stopping for a picnic lunch on the coach today. As we by pass Birmingham and
join the M6 we will arrive home early evening.
The Average Daily all inclusive cost is approx: £86
Tour No. Date Out Date Ret SRS Bal Due Cancel Date Hotel Grade DBB/BB Tea Fac in Rm Lift Coach Meals Passport Rq'd Ferry Accom Ferry Meals
1409 28th July 1st Aug £35 9th June 1st June 3* DBB Yes Yes Yes No Sail Only No
O/Night Bag
No
Portsmouth, Southsea and the Wartime FarmStaying at the Royal Beach Hotel, PortsmouthAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday
£429
5 Days Classic Coach Travel - Monday 28th July - Friday 1st August
18
All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions,
Entrance To D-day Museum & Wartime Farm, Sailing To Isle Of Wight,
Coffee At Rosemary’s Vineyard, Steam Train Ride, Porterage & Choice Of
Menu.
Items included in the Tour Price
The Hotel
Picture yourself in a wonderful Victorian hotel, enjoying panoramic
views over the Solent and here you have BEST WESTERN Royal Beach
Hotel. Standing proudly on the seafront at Southsea since 1866, this
historic hotel evokes an authentic feeling of bygone days, hand in hand
with modern day facilities makes this one of the top hotels in
Portsmouth. Step inside and sample the atmosphere experienced by
generation upon generation, magnificent chandeliers, grand staircases,
seafaring memorabilia, enchanting restaurants, and a relaxing lounge to
wind away the hours. Each of the hotels spacious 124 bedrooms has
recently been refurbished to a high standard. A fine selection of twin
rooms, double rooms and single rooms are available, many with
delightful sea views. All of the bedrooms enjoy complimentary high
speed Wi-Fi.
Your Coach
EUU 117J
Booking Line 0161 789 4545
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Classic Coach Holiday
Booking Form
Each person booking their Door to Door Fully Inclusive Coach
Holiday must sign here...
I have read and accepted the terms and conditions of Goodwins Classic
Coaches as set out in their Winter/Spring 2014 brochure.
For Bookings and Enquiries Contact:
0161 789 4545Return your completed booking form signed below with your deposit
( : ) to:
Lyntown Trading Estate, 186 Old Wellington Road,
Eccles, Manchester M30 9QG.
Cheques made out to Goodwins Classic Coaches Trust Account
Goodwins Classic Coaches
Person 1 Date
Person 2 Date
Signed
Signed
If We Cancel Your Booking: We reserve the right, in any circumstances, to cancel yourbooking, giving you six weeks notification (except in circumstances beyond our control)and a full refund of all monies paid. However, should the acceptable minimum number ofplace on the tour not reached we will offer you:
a) a full refund, b) comparable settlement or c) a supplement in order to operate thetour with minimum number of persons.
We cannot be responsible for any unforseen delays in yourferry crossing to or from the UK whether caused by bad weather or other unforseencircumstances. In the event of a delay you will be responsible for providing your ownmeals and accommodation.
(for overseas tours only) The total cost of this holiday will beheld in Trust until the holiday is complete. In case of insolvency during any stage of theholiday, Goodwins Classic Coaches undertake to repatriate all passengers to their pointof origination by providing a ferry crossing and a replacement coach if necessary.
(for overseas tours only) UK Passport holdersneed only a passport for visiting EC countries. Please advise if you hold a non-UKpassport as you may be prevented from travel without the proper visas anddocumentation, according to the Carrier LiabilityAct.
(for overseas tours only) You should obtain an E111 form from theDept. of Health, which is an agreement with EC countries enabling you to claim back apercentage of medical fees.
The organiser of this trip is Goodwins Classic Coaches,Lyntown Trading Estate, 186 Old Wellington Road, Eccles, Manchester M30 9QG. Wemay be contacted as follows: Telephone: 0161 789 4545. Your Driver/Courier will beavailable to assist with any problems during the holiday.
We accept responsibility for ensuring that each part of the holidaybooked with us is supplied as described in this brochure and to a reasonable standard.In the event that any part is not provided as described and has affected the enjoyment ofyour holiday, please remember that:
i) Some amenities (e.g. hotel lifts, swimming pools, etc. ) require servicing and cleaningand may not therefore be available at all times. Some services may be affected byweather conditions and their availability is entirely at the discretion of the provider of theservice. Entertainment provided by hotels is frequently subject to demand and its natureand/or frequency may be varied if there is lack of demand or insufficient numbers stayingin the hotel.
ii) Some excursions itineraries include the use of ferries and other forms of transportwhich can be affected by inclement weather, and may have to be cancelled orarrangements changed. Whenever possible a suitable alternative excursion will beoffered.
iii) The published running times of services are estimated only and we will not be liablefor any loss (howsoever caused) arising from the delay or failure to operate services inaccordance with published timings. We make every effort to ensure that properarrangements have been made for all holidays advertised in our brochure and that thesuppliers of these services which you will be enjoying during your holiday are efficientand reputable. We accept responsibility for any deficiencies in the services that we arecontractually obliged to provide. We shall not be responsible for death, bodily injury orillness caused by activities engaged in, which are outside the scope of the holidayitinerary. If necessary, please follow our complaints procedure (see below).
There may be instances where circumstances beyond our control dictatean increase in the cost. We will not pass on any increase less than 2% which occurs afterthe printing of this brochure. We reserve the right to introduce a surcharge for increaseslarger than this if they occur more than 6 weeks before travel. You will be given the optionof cancelling without penalty 6 weeks before we travel, as stated earlier. Cancellationcharges will be levied as follows:
beyond our control dictate an increase in the cost. We will not pass on any increase lessthan 2% which occurs after the printing of this brochure. We reserve the right tointroduce a surcharge for increases larger than this if they occur more than 6 weeksbefore travel. You will be given the option of cancelling without penalty 6 weeks beforewe travel, as stated earlier. Cancellation charges will be levied as follows:
No. of Days Before Travel
42 days Deposit Only
28 - 42 days 30%
14 - 27 days 45%
07 - 13 days 60%
6 days or less 100%
If the customer is prevented from travelling for any reason, hemay transfer the booking to another person, providing that a minimum of 2 weeks noticeis given.
This holiday is operated by Goodwins Classic Coaches, LyntownTrading Estate, 186 Old Wellington Road, Eccles, Manchester M30 9QG. Followingrecent government legislation, we are pleased to confirm that all passengers monies arepaid to Goodwins Classic Coaches Trust Account which is operated through YorkshireBank plc. This Trust Account conforms with the requirements of the Package TravelPackage Holiday Tour Regulations 1992. This is the protection required by law for allpassengers money. Once you have paid your holiday fares, your money is deposited inthe Trust Account where it is held until completion of the holiday for which you havebooked.
Should you have any reason to feel that we have not met ourobligations, please put your comments in writing, within 3 days of return, quoting tourreference and departure date to :
Delays In The Journey:
Security Repatriation:
Passport and Visa Requirements:
Health Formalities:
If You Have A Problem:
Our Responsibility:
Surcharges:
Transfer of Booking:
Financial Protection:
Complaints Procedure:
Sarah Phillips, Goodwins Classic Coaches.
Due to changes in the regulations of travel insurance Goodwins Classic Coacheswill no longer be able to sell holiday travel insurance. Goodwins Classic Coacheshas become an introducer for P.J.Hayman Coach Plus Insurance. We can providesales leaflets which include an application form. You may call the dedicatedCoach Plus line or apply online. Alternatively, you may wish to purchase yourtravel insurance elsewhere.
ENQUIRIES INFORMATION AND ADVICE
0161 789 4545
HOLIDAY BOOKING PROCEDURE
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Call at our travel office or telephone . We are open from 10.00 am until4.00 pm on weekdays. You will find us happy to answer any queries you may have. Wekeep brochures for all the hotels that we use, so please just ask.
Choose the holiday of your choice.
Telephone 0161 789 4545
Quote:
Number and destination of holiday.
How many people are travelling.
Where you would like to sit on the coach.
Name,Address and Telephone Number.
Are you travelling with friends? Even if
they have booked before (if so their names
and addresses).
Type of rooms required i.e.Double Bed,
Twin Beds, Single Bed or 3 Beds.
Any special room requirements.
Any disabilities.
We will then send you a
Please check all the details.
Return this form with to the value of the deposit, per person. Deposit chequesshould be made payable to .
Your receipted Booking Form will be returned to you.
On or before the date when the balance is due (we do not send reminders) send theBooking Form with your cheque made payable to
7/10 days before departure you will receive your luggage labels and details of theplace and pick up time. Please check this and if it is not correct or you do not understandit then phone immediately.
Picking clients up from near their homes can occasionally cause problems on theday. We try our best not to let any problem occur.
Goodwins Classic Coaches (TrustAccount)
Goodwins Classic Coaches (TrustAccount).
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LUGGAGE - IMPORTANT NOTICE
SPECIAL CARE FOR THE DISABLED
DEPOSITS REQUIRED
Payment of Deposit:Goodwins Classic Coaches Trust
Account
Payment of Balance:
If We Change Your Booking:
Period Before Departure:
We kindly ask you to keep luggage down to one medium sized suitcase. Approxsize 30" high, per person plus a small case or holdall. For health & safety ofdrivers and porters handling luggage we request a weight limit of 18kilos / 40lbsper case. Your co-operation would be very much appreciated in this matter.
ALL HOLIDAYS OPERATED BY GOODWINS CLASSIC COACHES AREFINANCIALLY BONDED BYYORKSHIRE BANK LTD
Goodwins Classic Coaches cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissionsduring the compilation of this brochure.
The holidays in this brochure have been carefully planned to include as much of interestas possible. Inevitably some of the holidays include lengthy periods of travel and somewalking on sightseeing excursions. Additionally, many of the hotels will have steps tocontend with and may not possess lifts, and although we will try our best to look afterdisabled passengers, it is important that you enter the word DISABLED in block capitalsin the special requirements section of the booking form, together with a brief descriptionof your disability. We will make every endeavour to minimise the discomfort andinconvenience, but for obvious reasons are unable to make any guarantees.
Br i t ish. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£50
Cont inenta l . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£75
Hol idays over £500.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£100
Hol idays over £1000.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£250
Your contract is protected by GOODWINS CLASSIC COACHESTRUST ACCOUNT. Your deposit payment to:
where the money will be held in trust until the contract has been fullyperformed.
You must pay this 8 weeks before travel, or cancel, otherwise youcould be liable for cancellation charges up to 100% of the value of the final invoice.
The stated content of the holiday in this brochure is mademonths in advance and changes are sometimes unavoidable. Most of these changesare, however, very minor, but where they are significant we will notify you as soon as isreasonably possible before your departure date. A significant change would beregarded as changes in the departure date, departure point, or resort area, reducing thequality of your main hotel (not single overnight hotels during touring holidays) or changeof tour itinerary which involves a destination being completely eliminated from therevised itinerary. In the event of a significant change you may decide to:
a) continue with the holiday as amended (or)
b) accept an alternative holiday which we may offer to you (or)
c) cancel your booking
If you choose (a) or (b) we will pay you compensation on the scale below. If you choose
(c) we will refund all the monies paid by you, plus compensation on the scale below. Noother claims for compensation or expenses will be considered.
Within which " a significant change" is compensation notifiedto you per person.
More than 42 days nil
29 - 42 days £10.00
15 - 28 days £15.00
08 - 14 days £20.00
01 - 07 days £25.00
GOODWINS CLASSIC COACHES
Registered in England No 8516531
Registered Office: Lyntown Trading Estate,
186 Old Wellington Road, Eccles,
Manchester M30 9QG.
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What Do You Get For Your Money?
THE COACH
THE HOTELS
THE SHIPS
Door to Door Service
Reserved seats of your choice on the coach at seats with generous leg room or at tables for four.
The attention of a Hostess to serve you.
Sweets and snacks during your journey.
Morning coffee or tea with biscuits.
Full lunches on some tours.
Full afternoon teas on each day on most tours.
All served to you at your seat or table 'using Staffordshire China' by your hostess (Similar to the Orient Express)
Regular comfort stops.
Driven by attentive crew at realistic speeds so that you enjoy the scenery and know about the places on your journey.
Coaches maintained by professional engineers.
Total financial security.......and returned safely to your doorstep.
Certainly 3 star and quite often 4 or 5 star 'quality hotels'. Your room will be with ensuite facilities. Dinner served in the restaurant and Full English,
served in the Breakfast Room.
(Continental Tours Only) A large cruise / ferry ship with all modern facilities and stabilisers. Cabins on the outside of the ship so that you can see out.
Each with own toilet and shower. Dinner ( as much as you want ) in the ships' restaurant. Full English breakfast in the restaurant. On board
entertainment of your choice. Assistance on and off the ship, should you require this.
Goodwins Classic CoachesLyntown Trading Estate186 Old Wellington RoadEcclesManchesterM30 9QG
Booking Line: 0161 789 4545www.gogoodwins.co.uk