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187 tours from £249pp
You don’t have to get away for weeks at a time to enjoy a fun-packed holiday, in fact, you’ll be surprised at the experiences you can enjoy on a short break with Shearings. With our carefully crafted itineraries, we make sure that you will enjoy the very best of your chosen destination throughout the UK and Europe, giving you a great value holiday with no compromise.
Whether it’s a rendezvous in Paris, a beach break on the North Devon coast, a getaway to Ostend or even a trip to the spectacular Dutch Bulbfields, we’ve got a fantastic collection of short breaks to choose from, so why not find your perfect escape today?
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Visit the truly stunning Keukenhof Park with its beautiful floral displays, and enjoy the cosmopolitan city of Amsterdam in one short break.
- 3 or 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Uncover the rugged beauty of the Northumbrian Coast, famed for its golden sands, history and mystery, and visit the impressive Holy Island.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Join the Snowdon Mountain Railway and admire the views. We also visit the Italianate village of Portmeirion.
- 4 nights hotel with Welsh breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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A celebration of music, dance, military pageantry – the Edinburgh Tattoo is always a unique and memorable experience.
- 4 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
- 3 evening meals
- Porterage at the hotel
- Local joining points
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Taking in just over 500 miles of stunning scenery in the Scottish Highlands, the North Coast 500 is one of the world’s most beautiful road trips.
- 7 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
- 7 evening meals
- 1 lunch
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotels
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Discover the stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, visit the magical Isle of Skye and admire the view of Eilean Donan Castle.
- 5 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 5 evening meals, and 2 overnight stays in Northern England with breakfast and evening meal (South Departures: 8-Day Itinerary)
- 4 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 4 evening meals (North Departures: 5-Day Itinerary)
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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This short break combines a visit to the house and gardens of Claude Monet with a full day in Versailles, home to the famous château!
- Convenient local joining points
- 3 or 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- Porterage at the hotel
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From our base in stunning St Ives, we take in the beautiful Cornish coast and countryside including a trip to the tropical Isles of Scilly.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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From Newquay, we discover some of Cornwall’s most popular attractions, including the Eden Project – home to plants from all over the world!
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Railway Journeys of the Isle of Man
4.1
22 reviews
Discover the beautiful Isle of Man, where we enjoy memorable rail journeys, seeing the island’s town and country, land and sea along the way.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Weston-super-Mare, Bristol and Bath
4.0
45 reviews
Weston-super-Mare is a traditional seaside town with Somerset’s stunning scenery just on the doorstep, along with the cities of Bristol and Bath.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Enjoy time exploring the delightful resort of Ostend and the beautiful medieval city of Bruges, with its canals and cobbled streets.
- 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast and 4 evening meals
- 5 included drinks per day (lager beer, red or white wine, soft drinks, coffee, tea)
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Whitby and North Yorkshire Moors Railway
4.2
55 reviews
From our base in charming Whitby, take to the tracks aboard the North Yorkshire Moors Railway and admire the beautiful scenery.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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The Isle of Wight boasts Royal connections through its association with Queen Victoria who made Osborne House a home with Prince Albert.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Set on a breathtaking Georgian bay, Weymouth is a firm favourite and a great base from which to explore the delights of Dorset.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Admire the Isle of Wight like never before as we chug through the countryside on board a lovingly restored vintage steam railway.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Scarborough, Whitby & North Yorkshire Moors Railway
4.3
16 reviews
Discover Yorkshire’s highlights on this superb short break, with visits to York and Whitby, and a journey along the North Yorkshire Moors Railway.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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The Royal Palaces of London are remarkable! Join us as we discover some of the city’s finest buildings, including Buckingham Palace.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Porterage at the hotel
- Local joining points
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Valkenburg, Aachen and Monschau
4.4
21 reviews
Relax in the lovely town of Valkenburg and enjoy excursions to the wonderful towns and cities of Aachen, Monschau and Maastricht.
- 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- 3 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Bruges - Venice of the North
4.6
19 reviews
Explore the medieval city of Bruges, charming Ghent and the seaside resort of Ostend on this coach holiday to Belgium.
- 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Take in beautiful lochs, majestic mountains and idyllic glens as we enjoy a ride on one of the most scenic rail journeys in Scotland.
- 4 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 4 evening meals (North Departures: 5-Day Itinerary)
- 5 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 5 evening meals, and 2 overnight stays in Northern England with breakfast and evening meal (South Departures: 8-Day Itinerary)
- Porterage at the hotel
- Local joining points
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Rediscover your 'joie de vivre' and join us on a holiday to the city of love, taking in the sights of the wonderful French capital of Paris.
- 3 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- Convenient local joining points
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Enjoy the best of Paris, the exquisite Palace of Versailles with its sumptuous interior, and Monet’s garden at Giverny.
- 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- 3 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Explore the Lake District from the water and the tracks with a journey on board the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway and a cruise along the famous waters.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Enjoy a visit to the picture-postcard town of Tobermory on magical Mull and take in the magnificent surrounding scenery of the Scottish Highlands.
- 4 nights hotel and Scottish breakfast and 4 evening meals (5-day breaks from North)
- 5 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 5 evening meals and 2 overnights stays in northern England with breakfast and evening meal (8-day break from South)
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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From tales of pirates and smugglers to beautiful coastal towns, enjoy a combination of rich history and stunning scenery on this Cornish escape.
- 4 nights hotel with English Breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Set in 24 hectares of magnificent parkland and exquisite gardens, visit Sandringham, perhaps the most famous stately home in Norfolk.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- 2 nights entertainment
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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The romantic gardens of Cornwall exude a timeless, magical quality and on this holiday we visit some of the finest gardens the region has to offer.
- 7 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 7 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Explore Ireland’s most famous coast and see the spectacular sights of the Beara Peninsula and the renowned Ring of Kerry.
- 5 nights hotel with Irish breakfast
- 5 evening meals (2025)
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- Regional joining points
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Enjoy a slice of luxury on this fantastic tour staying at Warner's Norton Grange, with its chalet-style accommodation, fantastic on-site restaurant and daily leisure activities.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Discover the pretty coastal resorts of delightful Eastbourne and beautiful Brighton on this charming 5-day break.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Redworth Hall, Beamish and Delightful Durham
4.5
2 reviews
Explore delightful Durham from Redworth Hall Hotel, a stunning 17th-century Jacobean Manor House with acres of tranquil landscaped grounds.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Porterage at the hotel
- Local joining points
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Enjoy true Irish charm as we travel to Dublin for the St Patrick's Day celebrations – an experience you’ll never forget!
- 5 nights hotel with Irish breakfast
- 5 evening meals (2025)
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- Regional joining points
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Whitby, Scarborough and North York Moors
4.0
16 reviews
Enjoy the best of North Yorkshire with this fantastic break. From our base in Whitby, we explore the North York Moors and Scarborough.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Delve into a Devon cream tea on this exciting tour and discover the very best of Torquay, also including a harbour cruise in Plymouth.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Historic Northumberland and Hadrian’s Wall Country
4.6
8 reviews
Explore the glorious North East from our scenic riverside setting in the heart of Hadrian’s Wall Country, and discover the wonderful Northumberland Coast.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Combining charming towns and mountain scenery, enjoy the Irish delights of County Down, Belfast, the Giant’s Causeway, Derry and Dublin.
- 5 nights hotel with Irish breakfast
- 4 evening meals for 2023 tours or 5 evening meals for 2024 tours
- Porterage at the hotel
- Regional Joining Points
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With its majestic old towns, sleepy countryside and elegant seaside resorts, Normandy is the ideal destination for a short break in France.
- 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- 3 evening meals
- Local joining points
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Combine the famous Dutch Bulbfields with the best of Holland including a cruise on the Ijsselmeer, a steam train ride, and cheese and clog factory visit.
- 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- 3 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Belfast and Giant’s Causeway
4.2
11 reviews
Discover the beautiful Antrim Coast with its stunning seascapes and the magnificent Giant’s Causeway, before exploring vibrant Belfast.
- 4 nights hotel with Irish breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Enjoy a magical Christmas in the lovely seaside resort of Llandudno, with visits to beautiful Snowdonia and Anglesey.
- 4 nights hotel with Welsh breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Traditional Christmas Lunch with all the trimmings
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Relax on the 'diamond' Isle of Wight, journey through the scenic countryside aboard the steam railway, and enjoy a visit to Osborne House.
- 7 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 7 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Relax at a fantastic adults-only Warner Hotel and see the unforgettable Thursford Christmas Spectacular!
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Join us as we travel on board a vintage tram to admire the dazzling lights of one of the greatest free shows on Earth – Blackpool Illuminations!
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Scarborough is the perfect base from which to discover the festive charm and Christmas markets of York.
- 3 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 3 evening meals including Christmas dinner with a complimentary glass of wine
- Tea, coffee or mulled wine on arrival with a festive treat
- One festive cream tea
- One night live entertainment
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Discover the best of North Wales from Warner’s Bodelwyddan Castle, a Grade II listed Victorian building, complete with walled gardens and sweeping lawns.
- 4 nights hotel with Welsh breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
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Loch Ness, Inverness & Black Isle
5.0
1 reviews
Discover the legendary Loch Ness before exploring the mysterious Black Isle and Inverness, the ‘capital’ of the Highlands.
- 4 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Discover Perthshire, much loved by Queen Victoria and many Royals, and explore the castles, palaces and towns that dot this beautiful area.
- 5 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 5 evening meals and 2 overnight stays in northern England with breakfast and evening meals (8-day break)
- 4 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 4 evening meals (5-day break)
- Porterage at the hotel
- Local joining points
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Make it a Christmas to remember in spectacular Windermere in the Lake District on this 5-day festive coach break.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Mulled wine and a mince pie on arrival
- Traditional Christmas Lunch with all the trimmings
- A visit from Santa
- Festive cream tea on two days
- One night live entertainment
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Discover the best of the North West on this short break, combining a stay in Blackpool with the Lake District and the East Lancashire Railway.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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2026
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Share amazing experiences with like-minded people as we discover some of the finest cities and towns that Yorkshire has to offer.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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2026
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From your landmark base at the 4-star Imperial Blackpool, enjoy a journey on the Settle-Carlisle Railway and a visit to the Lake District.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Based in Oswestry at 4-star luxury Lion Quays Resort, cruise along the River Severn and steam through the rolling landscape of the Welsh Borders.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Follow in the footsteps of Robert the Bruce and William Wallace on this unique tour exploring Scotland's ancient past.
- 4 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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2025
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Delights of Cheshire at Warner Alvaston Hall
4.1
9 reviews
Enjoy the facilities at Warner Alvaston Hall in the pretty Cheshire countryside on this delightful tour, also visiting Chester and Shrewsbury.
- 4 nights hotel with breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
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2025
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Discover Lincoln and Nottingham from our base at Warner’s Thoresby Hall – a magnificent Grade I listed building set on the edge of Sherwood Forest.
- 4 nights hotel with breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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The Manxman
5.0
4 reviews
Discover 200 square miles of beautiful countryside and wonderful coastline on the popular Isle of Man.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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2025
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Scarborough, York and Whitby
4.0
46 reviews
Discover the elegance of York with its marvellous Minster and the quirky Shambles, before exploring seaside Whitby.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Porterage at the hotel (at Norbreck)
- Local joining points
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Eastbourne and Romantic Railways
4.2
9 reviews
Absorb the spectacular countryside from aboard the railways of the Bluebell Line and the Kent & East Sussex Railway.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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2026
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Discover charming Westport, the stunning scenery of Achill Island and breathtaking Connemara National Park on this fantastic 6-day tour.
- 5 nights hotel with Irish breakfast
- 5 evening meals (2025)
- 4 evening meals (2026)
- Regional joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Explore the best of the South East of Ireland, famous for its history, with highlights including medieval Kilkenny and Viking Waterford.
- 5 nights hotel with Irish breakfast
- 4 or 5 evening meals
- Porterage at the hotel
- Regional joining points
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2025
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2026
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Make it a Christmas to remember in the spectacular Lake District on this 5-day festive coach break.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 3 evening meals
- Traditional Christmas Lunch
- Seasonal package full of festive treats
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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2024
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Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick Castle
4.3
4 reviews
Based in rural Warwickshire, with Stratford on the doorstep, discover awesome Warwick Castle, Shakespeare's Stratford and the pretty Cotswolds!
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Porterage at the hotel
- Local joining points
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2025
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Western Highlands and Jacobite Steam Railway
4.4
5 reviews
One of the greatest railway journeys in the world, travel in style aboard the famous Jacobite Steam Railway from Fort William to the fishing port of Mallaig.
- 4 nights hotel and Scottish breakfast and 4 evening meals (5-day breaks from North)
- 5 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 5 evening meals and 2 overnights stays in northern England with breakfast and evening meal (8-day break from South)
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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2025
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Enjoy a traditional Cornish cream tea on this delightful break staying in St Mawes, also visiting charming Padstow and historic Truro.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Cornish Cream Tea at Healeys Cyder Farm
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Discover the best of North Devon and visit beautiful Clovelly, a fishing village known for its maritime history and stunning clifftop position.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Discover the very best of Northumberland's stunning coastline from your base at the award-winning Bamburgh Castle Inn.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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Head up north and discover the traditional chalets, tempting food options and sparkling lights of the Edinburgh and Glasgow Christmas Markets.
- 4 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
- 4 evening meals including Christmas dinner
- Mulled wine and mince pie on arrival
- Porterage at the hotel
- Local joining points
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2025
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Get into the festive spirit in Newquay with a fantastic visit to Eden Project, where the biomes will be illuminated with magical lights.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 3 evening meals including Christmas dinner
- 1 lunch (included on day of Eden Project evening visit)
- Tea, coffee or mulled wine on arrival with a festive treat
- Festive entertainment
- Local joining points
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2025
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Enjoy the huge celebrations of the spectacular Tall Ships Race as the French port of Dunkirk plays host for the second time!
- 3 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- Local joining points
- Porterage at the hotel
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