2016 Roadmark Holidays Brochure

UK & European Coach Holidays 2016

Torquay (page 5)

Dordogne (page 14)

River Seine Cruise (page 17)

Portugal (page 13)

Bournemouth (page 8)Spring Mystery (page 12)Autumn Mystery (page 26)

Cricket St. Thomas (page 4)

Tiverton (page 19)

Tortworth Court (page 9)Chepstow (page 27)

Cardiff (page 20)

Sidmouth (page 9)

Ludlow (page 6)

Outer Hebrides (page 18)

Bodelwyddan Castle (pages 4 & 22)

Llandudno (page 8)

Potters Resort (page 3)

Thursford (page 28)

Wells (page 11)

Longleat (page 29)

Constable Country (pages 20 & 29)

Killarney (page 24)

Ullswater (page 15)

Proud to be British (page 12)

Wetheral (page 25)

Edinburgh Tattoo (page 19)

Liverpool (page 16)

Bronte Country (page 22)

Alvaston Hall (page 27)

Cologne (page 5)

Boppard (page 26)

Berlin (page 11)

Bruges (page 28)

Dutch Bulbfields (page 7)

Budapest (page 21)

Riva Del Garda (page 23)

Mechelen (page 10)

Where can I go with Roadmark in 2016?

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2016 World IndoorBowls Championshipsat Potters Five-Star Holiday Resort

Friday 8th January for 5 days

We received very favourable reports following our first visit to Pottersin 2015. Now you can join the World’s Top Bowlers as they return toPotters for the 18th year of this fantastic tournament. This is thepremier competition in the world bowls calendar, and only the verybest players are invited to compete.

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DAY 1 A taxi will collect you from home and take you to the Roadmark coach. There will be astop for coffee at Polhill Garden Centre and for lunch in Colchester. We will reach Potters mid-afternoon so that you can settle into your room and discover all about the activities andentertainment provided during your four-night stay.

DAYS 2-4 Potters provide a greatprogramme of activities to keep youentertained and there are bars and lounges inwhich to relax with a good book or thenewspaper. Bowlers will want to head to themain arena morning and afternoon to watchthe top-class players in action. For those whowould like to see more of the area there will bea coach excursion on one day through theNorfolk Broads to the City of Norwich.

DAY 5 After a leisurely breakfast we willtravel home, reaching the local area for taxisby mid-afternoon before it gets dark.

Potters Five-Star Holiday ResortSet on the coastline border of Norfolk and Suffolk, Potters is situated in Hopton-on-Seabetween Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft. Potters 5-star breaks include first classentertainment every night in the Atlas Theatre and a full range of daytime activities. There isa heated indoor swimming pool with sauna, whirlpool and steam room. Other activitiesinclude snooker, pool and billiards, squash, badminton and table tennis. Beauty Treatments(available at an extra cost) provide an opportunity to relax and pamper yourself. Your breakincludes breakfast, lunch and dinner and the restaurant offers an excellent choice ofcuisine with friendly and efficient service. There is even a midnight snack on offer if youwish. You keep the same table for the duration of your stay and you can help yourself to asmuch as you want, meaning you can have seconds, thirds and even fourths! All rooms havetelevision, central heating and tea/coffee making facilities, and you can choose between acomfortable standard bungalow, a bungalow plus or a Hotel Premier Room.The price of your holiday includes daily entry to the International Arena for the World Bowls,Championships and full board from dinner on arrival to breakfast on the day of departure.Saturday night includes the Annual World Bowls Tour Awards and Gala Dinner – a starstudded evening not to be missed!www.pottersholidays.com

£329 per person(Standard Bungalow)

£349 per person(Bungalow Plus)

£399 per person(Hotel Premier Room)Deposit £75

Emerald Insurance £22.75

WelcomeYou will see from the mapopposite that we have agreat range of holidays for2016. A small company,established in 1989, wepride ourselves onarranging high quality toursto some of the most attractive and interesting areas ofBritain and Europe.

Going on a Roadmark holiday is about meeting people, sharing experiences andenjoying the friendly atmosphere on board. There are new destinations tochoose from and we have introduced different itineraries for some of ourregular tours. We are delighted that Tony Pragnell will be escorting ‘The GreatEscape’, ‘Dordogne’ and ‘By Appointment to the Crown’, all tours that he haspersonally planned and which are guaranteed to be full of interest. Among ourcontinental holidays are beautiful cities like Lisbon and Budapest, and weinclude our first ever River Seine Cruise with CroisiEurope. Closer to home wewill be going bowling at Potters in Norfolk, jaunting in Ireland and island-hopping in the Hebrides. 2016 also sees the return of the Roadmark MysteryHoliday with one in the spring and another in the autumn. These are alwaysgreat fun!

We hope that you will decide to join us and look forward to seeing you.Booking is easy – simply contact one of our helpful team.

Roadmark Travelp.s. There is still availability on several holidays in the remaining months of2015 – please enquire for details

Your Holiday withRoadmark features…� Air-conditioned touring coach with the latest safety

features� On board toilet for peace of mind� Door-to-door service*� A friendly, professional and courteous driver (two

drivers on most continental tours)� Dinner, bed and breakfast at all hotels (unless stated)� A programme of excursions, usually with admissions

included� Reductions for National Trust members on some

tours� We do not use ‘feeder’ coaches – just 2 or 3 local

pick-ups and you are on your way * Door-to-door service is included within approximately 15 miles of

Horsham/Washington. Please see Booking Form for details.

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Cricket St. Thomas‘Drinks Inclusive’Monday 18th January for 5 days

With its peaceful setting in the heart of the Somerset countryside,Cricket St.Thomas has become a firm favourite with Roadmark clients.Relax and unwind after the hurly burly of Christmas with a 4-night‘DRINKS INCLUSIVE’ break at this elegant Regency-style mansion thatwas frequented by Lord Nelson and Lady Hamilton and provided thelocation for the popular sitcom ‘To The Manor Born’.

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DAY 1 Taxi pick-up from your home. Travel to Dorchester for a lunch break then continue toCricket St.Thomas near Chard.

DAYS 2, 3, 4 There will be ample time in which to enjoy all the activities and facilities onoffer at Cricket St.Thomas. In the Leisure Centre you can swim in the heated indoor pool orpamper yourself with a visit to the health and beauty salon. There is a wide variety of daytimeand evening entertainment with great shows, live music, dancing and a comedy act on onenight. If you wish to get out and about there are beautiful walks in the grounds and we includeexcursions to the County Town of Taunton and Clarks Shopping Village, perfect for grabbing abargain or two in the January sales.

DAY 5 We leave after breakfast and will arrive home in Sussex before the end of theafternoon so as not to be travelling in the dark.

Bodelwyddan CastleFebruary SupersaverMonday 15th February for 5 days

Warner Leisure Hotels have recently invested £6 million upgradingtheir country house hotel Bodelwyddan Castle in North Wales. Set in260 acres of Victorian parkland, the imposing Castle is home to theNational Portrait Gallery’s Victorian Collection.

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DAY 1 A taxi will collect you from home and bring you to the coach. We drive through theMidlands, past Chester and arrive at Bodelwyddan Castle by the end of the afternoon.

DAYS 2,3,4 There is a full programme of leisure activities and entertainment at the Hotel.We include a “Scenic Snowdonia” excursion taking you through the rugged and mountainous

landscape of the National Park. There will alsobe an optional half day visit to the NationalTrust’s Bodnant Garden in the Conwy Valleyto see the specially designed Winter Gardenand carpet of snowdrops.

DAY 5 We are homeward bound afterbreakfast and when we reach Sussex therewill be taxis waiting to take you to your door.

Your Holiday HotelCricket St.Thomas is an historic hotel in South Somerset set in 160 acres of lakes,cascades and gardens designed by Capability Brown. The comfortable ensuite bedroomsfeature hairdryer, telephone, television and tea/coffee making facilities. Meals are taken inthe elegant Tree Tops Restaurant. There is a lift to most of the rooms. Roadmark guests willhave Courtyard Rooms in the main building. Each evening of your stay a great range ofdrinks is available free from the bar between 6pm and midnight. These include draughtbitter and lager, cider, wine, spirits, vermouths and sherry, soft drinks and standardtea/coffee. Only certain brands are included – a full list is available on request.www.warnerleisurehotels.co.uk/hotels/cricket-st-thomas-hotel

Your Holiday HotelBodelwyddan Castle lies just a few miles inland from the coast of North Wales and lessthan an hour’s drive from the peaks of Snowdonia. It is not a real castle but a glorious andromantic folly, an appealing mixture of Gothic, Jacobean and Greek revival styles. A multi-million pound investment has included the opening of the new Gallery Bar and a beautifulglass atrium joining the hotel reception with Princes Hall. The Mulberry Lounge has beencompletely refurbished with extra seating, glass walls and natural stone finishes. Guestsenjoy use of the Leisure Club with its heated indoor pool, sauna, tropicarium and spa pool.Other activities include Snooker, Tai Chi, Zumba and Table Tennis, and you can admire theVictorian portraits on display in the opulent interiors of the Castle. Bodelwyddan has a greatentertainments team, with music, dancing and comedy – no two nights are ever the same!www.warnerleisurehotels.co.uk/hotels/bodelwyddan-castle-hotel

� Just £299 per person

£329 per personIncludes a complimentary upgradeto a Signature bedroomFor only £45 per person you can treatyourself to an Historic Room (twin/doubleonly). These are the finest rooms in theHotel, situated in the Mansion itself, andcapture the essence of the House and thecharacteristics of its former residents.Each room comes with a luxury bathroom,fluffy towelling robes and either a Four-Poster bed or a Sleigh-Bed for that reallycomfortable night’s sleep.

Deposit £75


£299 per personBased on a standard roomUpgrades may be possible – enquire fordetails and prices

£5 additional charge for entrance toBodnant Garden payable on the day(National Trust members free)

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West CountryWinter WarmerMonday 29th February for 5 days

It is not often that you get a chance to go anywhere on 29th February,so why not join us for our annual WINTER WARMER? A short earlyseason break to the English Riviera has become something of aRoadmark tradition and enables you to explore some of this beautifulpart of Britain without the summer crowds. We are returning to stay atthe excellent Carlton Hotel, one of the well-respected Torquay LeisureHotels Group.

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DAY 1 Once everyone is on board we will be on our way to the West Country. After a lunchbreak in the attractive hilltop town of Shaftesbury we continue through rural Somerset to reachTorquay by late afternoon.

DAY 2 After breakfast we will set off across the Tamar to visit The Eden Project in Cornwall.Established by Sir Tim Smit in 1995, Eden has been constructed in a giant disused clay pit nearSt. Austell and has grown to become one of the major visitor attractions in the Southwest.Explore the largest indoor rainforest in the world housed within an amazing giant ‘Greenhouse’.

DAY 3 A day at leisure to enjoy the facilities at your Hotel. The centre of Torquay is a shortbus or taxi journey away and there are frequent buses to Babbacombe, Paignton and Brixham.

DAY 4 Today’s coach excursion will takeyou to Exeter. On arrival one of the City’ssmart Red Coat Guides will come on board toconduct an informative tour, providing a shorthistory and introducing the most importantlandmarks. Afterwards there will be time forlunch, shopping and a visit to Exeter Cathedral,one of England’s most beautiful medievalcathedrals.

DAY 5 We make our way back along theSouth Coast, with a lunch break inDorchester. On arrival in Sussex our taxis willbe waiting to take you home to your door.

Your Holiday HotelThe Carlton Hotel is about a ten-minute walk from the seafront, close to Torre AbbeyGardens and the Riviera Centre. There is a lift to most bedrooms, which have tea andcoffee making and free Wi-Fi. Dinner is a three-course table d’hôte menu and a deliciousbuffet breakfast is served each morning. The Hotel is linked to the main building so thatguests can easily avail themselves of all the facilities throughout the TLH resort. Theseinclude the indoor swimming pools, games area, Aztec Spa, bars, lounges andentertainment venues. Every evening there is live music and dancing.www.tlh.co.uk

£317 per personNo single room supplementDeposit £75


André RieuKing of WaltzThursday 25th February for 4 days

André Rieu is the undisputed modern day King of Waltz and packsconcert venues across the globe. Join Roadmark to travel to thebeautiful city of Cologne where we have reserved top-price seats inthe Lanxess Indoor Arena for a sensational evening that will remain inthe memory for years to come.

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DAY 1 Taxi pick-up from your home to thecoach. Eurotunnel crossing then drive throughFrance, Belgium and Germany to the 4-starMercure Cologne City West Hotel. The Mercureis a bright, modern hotel with a swimming pooland sauna, about six miles from the CityCentre. Dinner is included at the hotel thisevening.

DAY 2 Cologne’s Cathedral is a WorldHeritage Site and Germany’s most popularattraction, hugely imposing with twin steeplesover 500 feet tall. Your guide will explain allabout the construction which lasted over 600years! After dinner at the Hotel we will makeour way to the Lanxess Arena, one of Europe’s largest, where André Rieu and the JohannStrauss Orchestra take to the stage. The Dutch maestro and violinist is famed for his sense ofhumour, enthusiasm and ability to wow audiences with a mix of melodies including Vienneseoperettas, film scores, musicals, folk songs and marches.

DAY 3 After a leisurely breakfast we will take you on a guided tour of Cologne to discover itslong and illustrious history which stretches back to Roman times. We will visit the ChocolateMuseum on the banks of the Rhine, showcasing the 3000-year culture of chocolate around theworld. The highlight is a 10 feet-highChocolate Fountain from which visitors areinvited to taste. This evening we round off ourvisit to Cologne with a typical three coursemeal in an historic beer cellar, accompanied bya glass of Kölsch.

DAY 4 Departure after breakfast. Homewardjourney and Eurotunnel to the UK. Arrive mid-evening in Sussex for taxis to your door.

Holiday cost fully inclusive of:

� Top Price (category 1) ticket for the André Rieu Concert

� Door-to-door taxi service (within 15 mile radius of Horsham/Washington)

� Return coach travel and Eurotunnel crossing

� 3 nights at the Mercure Cologne West (German 4-star) with buffet breakfasts

� 2 x 3-course evening meals in the Hotel

� 1 x 3-course dinner in a beer cellar with a glass of local beer

� Guided coach & walking tour of Cologne including the Cathedral and Old Town

� Admission and a Guided Tour at the Lindt Chocolate Museum

� The services of a Roadmark Travel Tour Manager

£349 per personSharing a twin/double room£69 sole occupancy supplement

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DAY 3 We begin today with a visit to the Secret Hills Discovery Centre, the perfect place tostart our exploration of the Shropshire Hills. The exhibition includes a fascinating film panoramamade from hot air balloon flights over the area. We will then take a gentle drive through CorveDale to the town of Bridgnorth, perched high above the River Severn, where there will be timeto stroll and find lunch. After dinner enjoy a local Quiz.

DAY 4 This morning a short ride takes us to the Ludlow Food Centre where over 80% ofthe produce is sourced from Shropshire and the surrounding counties of Herefordshire,Worcestershire and Powys. We will have an introductory talk and tasting at The Ludlow Kitchenwhich features eight production areas preparing bread, cheese, meat, jams, pickles, chutneysand deli products. We return to Ludlow where you can spend the rest of the day exploring thisattractive town beside the River Teme. There will be musical entertainment in the Hotel thisevening.

DAY 5 After breakfast we visit the HopPocket Craft & Garden Centre, an Aladdin’sCave of crafts and gifts. Old agriculturalbuildings have been cleverly converted into aunique collection of shops, including a FarmShop, Plant Centre, fashions, shoes, antiques,gifts and furniture. Our lunch stop today will bein the historic town of Cirencester and we willreach Sussex by late afternoon/early eveningfor taxis to your door.

Ludlow andThe Shropshire HillsMonday 7th March for 5 days

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DAY 1 We drive through the Cotswolds to the Cathedral City of Worcester where there willbe time to explore and find lunch. In the afternoon we continue through the charming villagesand countryside of Shropshire. A welcome tea or coffee will be served on arrival while luggageis being taken to your room. After dinner we will be entertained by a local speaker who will givean introductory talk on Ludlow and the surrounding area.

DAY 2 Today we will be joined by Blue Badge Guide Penny Platts. We will travel with Pennyto Hereford through some of the beautiful Black & White Villages for which the area isrenowned. After time to find lunch you can choose between a short guided city walk and a visitto the Cathedral. For those that wish there will be an opportunity to see the Mappa Mundi, thefamous medieval map of the world (admission not included). In the evening at the Hotel there

The charming town of Ludlow withits spectacular castle lies in TheMarches, the region flanking theEngland/Wales border. This earlyspring tour is full of interest andhas been designed to blow awaythose winter blues. You will enjoypleasant local excursionscombined with evening activitiesin the historic Feathers Hotel, rightin the town centre. We last ran thistour in 2014 and found it was verywell received.

Your Holiday HotelDescribed by the New York Times as ‘the most handsome inn in the world’, the 3-starFeathers Hotel is internationally recognised for its beautiful Jacobean architecture andmedieval heritage. The Feathers offers the combined atmosphere of a 17th century coachinginn with the facilities of a modern hotel to create a truly memorable experience. Situated atthe heart of the ancient market town of Ludlow, there are craft and antique shops and awealth of historic buildings all within easy walking distance. Dinner is a three-course menuwith choice and includes tea or coffee. A full English breakfast is served each morning.All rooms are ensuite with bath and shower, television, telephone and tea/coffee making.The comfortable bar is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail before or a liqueur after dinner.There is a lift, although the historic nature of the building means that there are still steps tosome bedrooms. www.feathersatludlow.co.uk

£319 per personSharing a twin/double/single room£59 sole occupancy supplement

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There are few places as beautifulas Holland in springtime, withfields of bulbs bursting intobloom, gentle waterways andwindmills. A full day will bedevoted to visiting KeukenhofGardens, the so-called ‘Garden ofEurope’, where over 7 milliontulips, daffodils and hyacinthscreate a spectacular display.We will also spend a day in thecapital, Amsterdam, taking in thesights and enjoying a canal cruiseand visiting a diamond centre.

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DAY 3 After breakfast we will drive to Amsterdam, a small city of romantic tree-lined canals,row upon row of bicycles, elegant gabledtownhouses and historic buildings. For over400 years Amsterdam has been famous forits diamonds and we pay a visit to GassanDiamonds, a company established in 1945and specialising in the import and export ofraw and cut diamonds. During a guided tourwe will learn about the origin of diamonds,diamond cutting and the unique Gassan 121.Amsterdam’s canals have been awardedUNESCO’s World Heritage Status, and thebest way to see the main sights is by boat.We include a one and a half hour lunch cruise.Your guide will point out the main features ofinterest whilst cruising along the famouscanals passing all of the City’s highlights andenjoying a delicious lunch with drinks onboard. Before we return to the Hotel there willbe some free time to explore further at yourown pace and perhaps visit one of the manyworld class museums in the City.

DAY 4 This morning you can join anoptional excursion to the fascinating FlowerAuction at Flora Holland (see separate panel).Alternatively enjoy a leisurely breakfast beforewe leave mid-morning to return to Calais forthe ferry home to the UK. When we arrive inSussex taxis will be waiting to take you toyour door.

The GloriousDutch BulbfieldsFriday 1st April for 4 days

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DAY 1 We will make our way to Dover for the short Channel crossing with P&O Ferries.A journey of just over 200 miles through Belgium and Holland takes us to Loosdrecht whichis situated approximately 20 miles to the southeast of Amsterdam. The area is well known forits beautiful lakes, the Loosdrechtse Plassen, which attract thousands of visitors every year.Our hotel is in a peaceful setting overlooking one of the lakes.

DAY 2 It is about an hour on the coach to the magnificent Keukenhof Gardens at Lisse.Keukenhof, which translates as ‘Kitchen Garden’, receives over a million visitors each year andis one of the world’s largest flower gardens. It was established in 1949 by the then mayor ofLisse as somewhere for growers from all over the Netherlands to show off their hybrid flowersand it has helped Holland to become the world’s largest flower exporter. Across the 79-acre sitethere are a number of different gardens and garden styles to enjoy, together with 4 grandpavilions each showcasing specific varieties. Each year Keukenhof has a different theme andfor 2016 it will be ‘The Golden Age’, a time when the Netherlands went through a flourishingperiod in the field of trade, arts and sciences, when explorers discovered the world and thetulip trade thrived.

Your Holiday HotelThe Princess Hotel Loosdrecht/AmsterdamIn a tranquil setting next to one of the Loosdrecht Lakes, the Princess Hotel is Dutch 4-starand obtains generally good reviews. All the bedrooms have a balcony, some with a view of theLakes. Rooms are equipped with television, hairdryer, safe, telephone and free Wi-Fi (but nottea/coffee making). The bright and airy restaurant serves a hot & cold buffet breakfast anddinner is a 3-course buffet with a choice of 3 dishes plus tea and coffee. The Hotel has a lift.www.princesshotelloosdrecht.com

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Aalsmeer Flower AuctionTo round off your stay in Holland, why not visit the largest trading centre for plants and flowersin the world? You will need to get up early (we will leave at 6.30-7.00am) for the half-hour driveto Aalsmeer, where the world’s largest flower auction is run by ‘Flora Holland’ a co-operative of5,000 growers. Experience the hustle and bustle of the auction floor, watch traders biddingagainst the clock, and be amazed at the vast quantity of flowers arriving from more than tencountries. From the Visitor Centre you will walk across a gallery through the auction complex.At the end of the gallery, you'll arrive at the auction halls where the flowers come before theauction clock. As you walk around, you'll find information panels which explain the auctionprocess and the activities you'll be watching. We will spend around an hour and a half at theauction before returning to the Hotel for a late breakfast. £7.50 per person including admission.Please note that a considerable amount of walking will be required to obtain maximumenjoyment from this tour. Therefore it is not recommended for anyone with a walking difficultyor disability.

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A Dorset SpringSunday 10th April for 5 days

Although this is a new holiday, the Hotel Miramar will be familiar tomany customers who have travelled on the Roadmark ‘Newcomers’Tour’ in recent years. We feel that it is unfair to offer this beautifulhotel just to new clients and hope that both existing and newcustomers will enjoy this spring tour to one of the most beautiful partsof Britain.

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DAY 1 After a taxi has collected you from home we will drive to the Harold Hillier Gardensnear Romsey in Hampshire. Spring is one of the best times to visit this world famous gardenand arboretum created by Sir Harold Hillier during the 1960s.Enjoy Magnolia Avenue, SpringWalk and carpets of bulbs in full bloom. After time to explore and have lunch we continue toBournemouth, arriving at our Hotel mid-afternoon. Tea or coffee will be served while yourluggage is being taken to your room.

DAY 2 Today there is a choice of visits. You can spend it in Poole with its historic quaysidewhere you will find a variety of boat trips around the harbour and across to Brownsea Island.Visit the popular Pottery with its exclusive designs and explore the town centre shops.Alternatively join our coach excursion through the Purbeck Hills to the Victorian resort ofSwanage.

DAY 3 After breakfast we leave for a full day excursion through the pretty Dorset countryside.Passing Blandford and the Vale of Blackmoor we arrive at Sherborne Castle. Built by Sir WalterRaleigh in 1594 the Castle reflects a glorious variety of decorative styles from over 400 years ofEnglish history. As well as the rich interiors there are 42 acres of gardens to enjoy.

DAY 4 This morning we visit the little town of Wimborne Minster and take a guided tour ofthe Priest’s House Museum & Garden. The Museum tells the story of East Dorset and theperiod rooms date from a 17th century hall to a working Victorian kitchen. After time to findlunch in the town we continue to Cranborne Manor Garden. This compact but beautiful gardensurrounds an ancient manor house and hasmodern planting with Jacobean style features.

DAY 5 On the homeward journey we will bevisiting Bucklers Hard on the edge of the NewForest. Situated on the banks of the BeaulieuRiver this well-preserved maritime villageplayed a major role in Britain’s shipbuildinghistory. A 30-minute river cruise is includedand there will be plenty of time to explore there-designed Maritime Museum, Chapel,Woodland Walk and Shipwright’s Cottage.

Llandudno andSnowdoniaMonday 11th April for 5 days

This holiday will take you to Llandudno on the coast of North Wales,where we have found a great family run hotel offering comfortableaccommodation and delicious food. The area has fantastic coastal andmountain scenery, and Llandudno positively radiates Victorian seasidecharm.

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DAY 1 Taxi pick-up from your home to the coach. We drive through the Midlands then passChester and travel along the coast to arrive in Llandudno by late afternoon.

DAY 2 We drive across the Britannia Bridge to the Isle of Anglesey for a visit to Plas NewyddHouse & Gardens. This fine 18th-century mansion sits on the shores of the Menai Strait withbreathtaking views of Snowdonia. At the heart of the 1930s interior of the Marquess ofAnglesey’s ancestral family home is a 58-feet long fantasy landscape mural by Rex Whistler.

DAY 3 A free day in which to relax at the Hotel and take a stroll in the Town. If the weather isfavourable you can take the Tramway or Britain’s longest cable-car ride to the top of the GreatOrme to enjoy the spectacular views across the Irish Sea. This afternoon you might like to headto the North Wales Theatre for a performance of the musical comedy ‘Hairspray’ (see below).

DAY 4 Today you will enjoy an excursion through the Snowdonia National Park. We will visitBetws-Y-Coed with its pretty shops and tea rooms. Continuing past the slate quarries ofBlaenau Ffestiniog we descend to the sea at Porthmadog where there will be time for lunch. Inthe afternoon there will be stunning views of the mountains as we drive in the foothills ofSnowdon and through the dramatic Pass of Llanberis before returning along the coast toLlandudno.

DAY 5 After breakfast we will say farewell to our hosts at the Merrion and travel home. Westop to visit Erddig Hall, one of the most complete country houses in Britain. Imposingstaterooms display 18th and 19th century furniture whilst outside you can enjoy the walledGarden and splendid Victorian Parterre. We continue to Sussex, arriving for early evening taxis.

Your Holiday HotelRoadmark has become a regular visitor to the 3-star Hotel Miramar which styles itself as‘The Country House Hotel overlooking the Bay’. The Hotel is the epitome of an EnglishCountry House, with a façade of Roman inspired pillars and curved balconies overlookingterraces and sweeping lawns. The restaurant offers an imaginative menu, using fresh localproduce. Attentive and friendly staff provide a high standard of service. There are 43comfortable ensuite bedrooms served by a lift.www.miramar-bournemouth.com

Your Holiday HotelThe family-owned 3-star Merrion Hotel is located on Llandudno’s famous seafrontpromenade. The Merrion has a reputation for being warm, friendly and comfortable, andreceives very favourable reviews. There are 65 bedrooms served by a lift. The ensuitebedrooms have television, hairdryer and hot drink making facilities. Most of the bathroomshave a shower over the bath. There is level access to the Hotel and all the public areas.Breakfast is a cold buffet followed by hot served and the evening meal is table d’hôte.Much of the food is sourced and bought locally.www.merrion-hotel.com

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£439 per personSingle/twin/double£95 supplement for sole occupancy of adouble room

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*HAIRSPRAYLlandudno is the home of Theatre Cymruand the smash hit musical comedy‘HAIRSPRAY’ will be performed thereduring our stay. There is a matinee onWednesday afternoon – please let usknow if you are interested in going to theShow? Tickets will be in the region of£25-£30

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Spring atTortworth CourtSunday 24th April for 5 days

Our last visit to Tortworth Court in rural Gloucestershire was in theautumn of 2014, so we thought it would a good idea to stay in Aprilwhen the extensive grounds of this imposing Grade II Victorian listedmansion will be full of spring colour.

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DAY 1 Taxi pick up from your home to the coach. We drive to the Wiltshire town ofMarlborough for a lunch stop, then on through the Gloucestershire Cotswolds to reach TortworthCourt in time to take a stroll around the grounds before dinner.

DAY 2 This morning we drive to Berkeley Castle & Gardens, ancient fortress home of theBerkeley Family. Standing in a deer park overlooking the Severn Estuary, it is probablyEngland’s oldest lived-in castle. A guided tour is included. Later we will visit WWT Slimbridge,the wetland reserve founded by Sir Peter Scott in 1946. A great opportunity to get close towetland creatures including otters and some of the world’s most spectacular ducks, geese,swans and flamingos.

DAY 3 Today we will cross the Severn Bridge into Wales. Dewstow Gardens were builtaround 1895 but lay abandoned for many years until being rediscovered in 2000. There areponds, underground grottoes, ferneries and rock gardens to explore and our visit includes asandwich lunch. This afternoon sit back and enjoy the scenery as we take a scenic drivethrough the Forest Of Dean and along the incredibly beautiful Wye Valley.

DAY 4 We will spend the day visiting the National Trust’s Tyntesfield Estate. The Housecharts the fascinating history of the Gibbs family through their collection of more than 50,000objects. The extensive garden has flower-filled terraces and champion trees, as well as aproductive walled kitchen garden.

DAY 5 Home today, stopping to visit another fine National Trust property, Lacock Abbey.Once a medieval nunnery, the Abbey sits at the heart of a charming village surrounded by

informal woodland and gardens. Lacock isthe birthplace of photography and a popularfilm location. During the afternoon we returnto Sussex for taxis home.

Your Holiday HotelTortworth Court Hotel is situated in on the edge of the Cotswolds in 30 acres of parkland.The Hotel exudes elegance and character, having been totally restored to its former gloryfollowing a major fire in 1991. Dining will be in the main restaurant with a good menuchoice. Bedrooms will be in the newer Courtyard part of the Hotel and, although there is nolift, ground floor rooms can be booked on request. There is a heated indoor swimming poolwith sauna, steam room and spa bath.www.tortworth-court-hotel.four-pillars.co.uk

£439 per personSharing a twin/double roomSupplement for sole occupancy £80

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Sidmouth inthe SpringCream Tea included

Saturday 16th April for 6 days

It is easy to see why Sidmouth is such a popular destination forRoadmark clients. Nestled between the majestic red cliffs of Peak andSalcombe Hills, and the green hills of the Sid Valley, the little seasidetown possesses a unique charm and calm restful atmosphere.

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DAY 1 After joining your holiday coach we make our way to Sidmouth, stopping to visitKingston Lacy in Dorset. Home of the Bankes family for more than 300 years, this striking17th-century house is noted for its lavish interiors.

DAYS 2-5 You will have plenty of time to explore Sidmouth and use your included voucherfor the best Cream Tea in Town. Additionally we include two coach excursions. One will takeyou along the spectacular Jurassic Coast to Abbotsbury Sub Tropical Gardens which AlanTitchmarsh described as ‘One of the finest Gardens I have ever visited’. The other heads in theopposite direction to Exmouth for a cruise on the calm and sheltered waters of the River Exe,one of the country’s top rivers for wildlife.

FINAL DAY After breakfast we drive to Stourhead in Wiltshire. This world-famous landscapegarden first opened in the 1740s and has as its centrepiece a magnificent lake reflectingclassical temples, mystical grottoes and rare and exotic trees. Stourhead inspired the famous

landscaper ‘Capability’ Brown, providing themodel for many great English gardens.This afternoon we make our way home toSussex where taxis will be waiting for us.

Your Holiday HotelThe Royal York & Faulkner Hotel has been run by the Hook family, resident proprietors, forover seventy years. It offers comfortable accommodation in a magnificent Regency buildingat the centre of the Esplanade, and the food is highly thought of. Bedrooms differ in styleand décor and feature TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The Hotelhas two lifts. There are comfortable lounges and bar meals are available at lunchtimes.www.royalyorkhotel.co.uk

Please note:Another well-known local coach operator is offering 5-day holidays to the Royal York &

Faulkner in June & September 2016 for exactly the same cost as our 6-day tour – with noCream Tea!

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ship carrying supplies ran agroundand all efforts to relaunch it failed– that is until a wooden statue ofthe Virgin Mary was taken off theboat and placed on shore. Andsuddenly the vessel was afloat!The grateful citizens decided topay homage by staging theHanswijk Procession, an annualtradition that continues to this day.The 90-minute long processionthrough the medieval streets is anelaborate affair, with more than2000 participants, 100 horses, 20chariots, dozens of musicians,choirs and dancing groups. So thatyou can watch in comfort we include a seat in one of the stands (subject to availability).Mechelen is a fascinating city to explore, with an impressive cathedral, churches, museums anda brewery. There is a good choice of restaurants and pavement cafes – dinner is not included atthe Hotel today.

DAY 4 On today’s homeward journey we will be visiting Bruges, often known as ‘The Veniceof the North’. One of the finest preservedmedieval cities in Europe, Bruges is filled withcanals and atmospheric cobbled streets. Takea canal cruise, drool at the windows of thechocolate shops filled with mouth-wateringspecialties, or purchase some fine quality laceas a souvenir of your holiday. We return toCalais for a ferry to the UK and continue toSussex to meet the waiting taxis.

£369 per personSharing a twin/double roomSole occupancy supplement £65

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HISTORIC CITIES OFFLANDERSFriday 29th April for 4 days

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DAY 1 A taxi will collect you from home and bring you to the coach to join your driver andfellow passengers. We will make our way to Dover for the short sea crossing then drive throughFrance and Belgium to arrive in Mechelen by late afternoon. Dinner is included at our Hotel thisevening.

DAY 2 The Novotel serves a hot buffet breakfast, after which we depart for Ghent. Our visitcoincides with The Floralies, a wonderful show staged every five years. Exhibitors from thefour corners of the globe gather together in Ghent to display their horticultural and botanicalwonders. The exciting plant and floral festival, admission to which is included, takes placeacross four sites in the artistic quarter of the city, each site with its own theme. Flemish floralartists are world renowned for their innovation, talent and passion and at Floralies you will beable to enjoy their amazing creations, all to be seen within the historical setting of thisenchanting city. Dinner is included at our Hotel this evening.

DAY 3 A day at leisure in Mechelen. But it is a very special day for the historic city as you willbe able to witness an historic event with a fascinating history dating back to 988. In that year a

Your Holiday HotelThe Novotel Centre is a modern 4-star hotel in the centre of Mechelen in the lively fishmarket area, beside the River Dyle and a short walk from the market square. It has 122 guestbedrooms all with private facilities, free Wi-Fi, telephone, television, tea/coffee maker and airconditioning. As is typical with Novotel, rooms normally have a double bed and a bed-setteewhich is made up when the room is used for twin occupancy. The Hotel has a lobby bar, arestaurant, lift and fitness area.www.novotel.com

Often overlooked by tour operators,Flanders is packed with historic townsand cities. This short tour will take youto three of them. Our base isMechelen, one of Flanders’ real gems.It is a well kept secret that Mechelenboasts 3 UNESCO World Heritage sitesand almost as many classifiedmonuments and buildings as Bruges.Also included is a day in Ghent toenjoy the amazing Floralies Exhibitionheld once every five years.

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Wonderful WellsMonday 16th May for 5 days

This will be Roadmark’s first stay in the small city of Wells, whichtakes its name from the springs situated in the gardens of the Bishop’sPalace. Wells sits on the edge of the Mendip Hills, an Area ofOutstanding Natural Beauty in what is widely recognised as one ofEngland’s most attractive natural landscapes.

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DAY 1 We begin the holiday with a visit to Longleat, country seat of the Marquess of Bathand one of Britain’s finest stately homes. The House is set in 900 acres of ‘Capability’ Brownlandscaped parkland. Admission to The House and Gardens is included. On arrival at the SwanHotel porters will take your luggage to your room and a welcome glass of Bucks Fizz will beserved before dinner.

DAY 2 We will be joined by a Local Guide for a fascinating excursion through the MendipHills and Somerset Levels. Our route will include the famous Cheddar Gorge and a stop inGlastonbury to visit one of England’s earliest and most important abbeys.

DAY 3 The Swan Hotel is immediately opposite Wells Cathedral. Built between 1175 and1490 it is often described as ‘the most poetic of the English cathedrals’. As well as its iconicWest Front, the Cathedral boasts the Wells Clock which is believed to have the second oldestmechanism in Britain. Our guided tour will include the interior of the Cathedral, the grounds andVicars’ Close, Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited street. This afternoon is free to exploreWells at your own pace and perhaps visit the moated Bishop’s Palace.

DAY 4 Today we take a short drive to Shepton Mallet to visit Kilver Court Secret Gardens.The Gardens were created over 100 years ago by Ernest Jardine, an industrialist who wanted to

provide better conditions for his workforce.Hidden under lock and key until quite recently,the 3-acre Gardens are set in a beautifullyrestored textile mill with spring colour fromrhododendrons, camellias and azaleas.

DAY 5 We set off after breakfast and travelto Salisbury for a lunch stop before continuinghome to Sussex, arriving for taxis lateafternoon.

Your Holiday HotelA former coaching inn, the 3-star Best Western Plus Swan Hotel is a beautiful old building,nearly 600 years old, set in the heart of historic Wells. The Swan oozes character insideand out and is situated in a narrow street just footsteps from the Cathedral and the shops.In keeping with the traditional style of the Hotel its bedrooms are elegantly furnished. Thereis complimentary WiFi, TV and radio, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is nolift and, due to the historic nature of the building, there are steps both within the Hotel andin some of the bedrooms.www.swanhotelwells.co.uk

£449 per personSharing a twin/double room£74 single supplement

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� Berlin � Dresden � Meissen � Potsdam � Colditz

The Great EscapeWith Tony PragnellSunday 15th May for 10 days

We are delighted that Tony Pragnell has arranged, and will beaccompanying, another GREAT ESCAPE to Germany in 2016. Theitinerary is packed with interesting visits and the tour will be enhancedby Tony’s customary flair, knowledge and enthusiasm.

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BERLIN Vibrant new-lookBerlin now has glitz and cafesociety, but history never goesaway. We have a guided tour,and leisure time either side ofthe old borders of East andWest. The next day our coachtakes us into the centre,leaving us to explore at ourown pace, Check-pointCharlie, Unter den Linden,Brandenburg Gate, Cathedral,the Reichstag, PotzdammerPlatz, Holocaust Memorial, and a host of museums on Museum Island.

DRESDEN After wartime devastation, Dresden is now restored as the beautiful capital ofSaxony. This captivating city created by King Augustus the Strong is clustered by the riverbank,dramatic yet compact, the sights are within a stroll of our hotel... Church of our Lady, ZwingerPalace, Semper Opera House, Royal Palace, Elbe cruises and more.

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An enlightening tour of the infamous Colditz Castle and Escape Museum!

A visit to Mohne Dam, scene of the Dambusters' raid.

The lovely little city of Meissen, with a tour of the factory and galleries of Meissen Porcelain.

An historic paddle-steamer cruise on the Elbe, and a day exploring Potsdam with a visit to SansSouci Gardens as well as Cecilienhof Palace where the allied powers held the Potsdamconference. We even take you for a stroll over infamous Glienecke Bridge where spies wereexchanged during the cold war.

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Buffet breakfasts are included throughout theholiday. Dinner is included on all our eveningsexcept one in Dresden, and one inBerlin/Potsdam, kept free for guests to strollout and enjoy the atmosphere and localrestaurants.

You can of course dine independently in ourhotel on those evenings if you prefer.

Your Holiday HotelHotel Dorint Sanssouci Berlin/Potsdam Four nights here, chosen for its peaceful setting on the fringe of Berlin among the parklandand palaces of Potsdam, a charming, historic area.Dorint Hotel Dresden Three nights in the city centre, ideally located for the historic Aldstadt and all the sights. Maritim Hotel GelsenkirchenOne night on our outward journey and again on our return. A FULLY DETAILED ITINERARY IS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST


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Spring MysteryHolidayMonday 23rd May for 4 days

The Mystery Holiday is back and we have discovered a super newhotel! Over the past 20 years or so hundreds of Roadmark customershave enjoyed the fun of travelling in a friendly group to an unknowndestination. Trying to guess where you are going is all part of themystery, and the results can sometimes be hilarious as your driverattempts to ‘put you off the scent’. Whilst we cannot give too muchaway here are a few clues……..

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DAY 1 A Roadmark taxi will collect you from home and bring you to the coach. Join yourdriver and fellow passengers, all of whom will be scratching their heads and asking ‘where doyou think we are going?’ There will be plenty of time to ponder on this during the journey andyou will probably change your mind several times before we reach our final destination. Thisevening at dinner we will present a bottle of ‘bubbly’ to the person whose guess was theclosest.

DAY 2 ??? – No clues today. This evening there will be a talk on the local history of the area.

DAY 3 ??? – No clues today. This evening there will be a Quiz to find out just how much youhave been paying attention to the driver!

DAY 4 The journey home takes us through more beautiful countryside. Arrival in Sussex forlate afternoon taxis to your door.

Bonus clue 1: During the tour we will be visiting a grade 1 listed house (not National Trust) with30 acres of attractive gardens and an arboretum.

Bonus clue 2: You may well be visiting a seaside resort so feel free to bring your swimmingcostume and bucket & spade. The only way to discover more is to join us on May 23rd!

Proud To Be British –Part IVMonday 20th June for 6 days

Dust off your Union Jack and join Mark for the latest instalment of‘Proud to be British’. Following successful visits to the Midlands andNorthwest this new tour will be exploring some of our finest and mostsignificant achievements in Science, Industry and Engineering in theNortheast of England.

“PROUD TO BE BRITISH” WILL INCLUDE VISITS TO:CRAGSIDE This extraordinary Country House in Northumberland (NT) was the home ofthe Lord Armstrong, Victorian inventor, innovator and landscape genius. The world’s first

house to be lit by hydroelectricity, it is crammed full of ingenious gadgets. It also has one of thelargest rock gardens in Europe.

THE ALNWICK GARDEN An ambitious 21st century garden created by the Duchess ofNorthumberland. There is so much to see; the Cherry Orchard, Bamboo Labyrinth, Grand

Cascade and water sculpture and the intriguing Poison Garden.

BEAMISH The famous working museum which recreates how people lived and workedin North East England in the 1820s through to the 1940s. Discover how the Industrial

Revolution transformed agricultural life in the region and see the costumed characters bring tolife the Town, Pit Village, Home Farm and Pockerley Old Hall.

THE CITY OF DURHAM With time to explore the Cathedral, part of the UNESCO WorldHeritage Site and one of Europe’s greatest medieval buildings.

NATIONAL RAILWAY MUSEUM Shildon Also known as ‘Locomotion’, the Museumhas an important collection of historical engines and rolling stock as well as more

modern inventions such as the APT Tilting Train, which was not a great success!

FULL DAY BLUE BADGE GUIDED TOUR A local guide will take us to The Angel of theNorth, Newcastle/Gateshead, city of great buildings, public monuments and famous

bridges spanning the River Tyne, and the Durham Heritage Coast.

MIDDLESBOROUGH TRANSPORTER BRIDGE The Tees Transporter Bridge wasopened in 1911 and is one of only three such structures remaining in Britain. Whilst it is

possible to take a bungee jump from the bridge we will limit ourselves to the Visitor Centre andtake a ride in the newly opened scenic elevator.

HARTLEPOOL’S MARITIME EXPERIENCE Hartlepool was an important naval seaportand the Historic Quayside has a range of period shops and buildings with costumed

guides. It is home to HMS Trincomalee, theoldest British warship still afloat.

Please note that it will be necessary tohave good walking ability in order to gainmaximum enjoyment from this holiday.Not suitable for anyone with a disabilityor walking difficulty.

Your Mystery Holiday Hotel� is a 3-star hotel in a rural setting overlooking rolling countryside� is family-owned� is a new hotel for Roadmark� has 39 spacious, air-conditioned bedrooms� has a lift� has ‘Royal’ connectionsThe bedrooms are well equipped with tea/coffee making, hairdryer andcomplimentary Wi-Fi.

Your Holiday HotelThe 3-star Best Western Whitworth Hall is a country house hotel near Spennymoor inCounty Durham. It is set in a picturesque deer park, with elegant formal gardens andornamental lake. There are just 29 traditionally furnished bedrooms so we will almostcertainly have exclusive use of the Hotel. Facilities include free Wi-Fi, tea/coffee maker andhairdryer. Bathrooms all have shower over the bath (no walk-in showers). There is no liftand even the ground floor bedrooms are not completely step-free. There is a cosy bar anda conservatory lounge leading to an outside terrace, perfect for a pre-dinner drink.www.bw-whitworthhall.co.uk

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DAY 5 Today we drive to Sintra to visit the Palacio Da Pena (The Feather Palace). Perchedon a hilltop above the romantic town of Sintra, the Palace is a protected national monument andis considered to be one of the world’s best examples of 19th-century Romantic architecture. It isrecognised as one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal and in 2007 was designated a UNESCOWorld Heritage Site. You will be amazed at this flamboyant complex that was commissioned byan artistic king who wished his building to represent that of an opera. Each section of theexterior is individually styled with vivid colours and fine stone carvings.

DAY 6 We depart Lisbon after breakfast and drive north to the city of Coimbra for a lunchstop. The medieval capital of Portugal for over a hundred years, and the site of Europe’s oldestuniversity, Coimbra has a wealth of ancient churches and narrow streets. We continue to Portowhere our Hotel for two nights is the Mercure Oporto Centre. The 4-star Hotel occupies anelevated position in the centre of Porto and has 145 air-conditioned guest bedrooms withtea/coffee making facilities.

DAY 7 This morning we will be joined by a local guide for a tour of the city that is the historichome of the port wine trade. We will pass steep winding streets, stately bridges, historicbuildings and the houses of wealthy merchants. Included in the tour is a visit to a port house(with a tasting of course!) in the famous Gaia area overlooking the River Douro. This afternoonrelax and enjoy a cruise on the Douro to see the six bridges that join Porto with Gaia.

DAY 8 We leave Porto and travel past Guimaraes and over the Spanish border. Tonight wewill stay at the Hotel Rey Sancho in Palencia with dinner and breakfast included.

DAY 9 There will be some wild and rugged scenery today as we travel north. Climbing overthe Puerto Pozazal at around 3000 feet wedescend to the coastal plain of Cantabria andtake a short detour to drive along the shore ofthe Ebro Reservoir. This huge man-made lakewas built by Franco in 1945 and the remainsof 9 villages lie beneath its waters. We reachSantander early afternoon and board our ferryback to the UK.

DAY 10 Arrive Portsmouth and back toSussex, reaching the local area by the end ofthe afternoon.

£899 per personSharing a twin/double room andinside cabin with lower berthsSupplement for sole room & cabinoccupancy £195

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PORTUGAL’S GREAT CITIES…Lisbon and PortoSunday 5th June for 10 days

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DAY 1 A taxi will collect you from home and bring you to the coach. We drive to Plymouthand join the overnight ferry sailing to Santander, crossing time about 20 hours. Your cabin willhave twin lower berths (no bunk beds) and private facilities. Brittany Ferries offer a highstandard of accommodation and dining, with an à la carte restaurant, lounge bar andentertainment areas.

DAY 2 Arrive Santander early afternoon. A drive of approximately four and a half hours brings usto our overnight stop at the Exe Hall Apartahotel in Salamanca, with dinner and breakfast included.

DAY 3 This morning we continue south through Spain for a lunch stop in the UNESCO WorldHeritage Site of Cáceres. It is a magical, medieval walled city with fortified houses, a cathedral,churches and statues. This afternoon we arrive in Lisbon for a three-night stay at the MercureHotel. The stylish 4-star Mercure has a heated rooftop swimming pool with panoramic views. Itsspacious air-conditioned rooms have smart bathrooms, hairdryer and tea/coffee maker. Waterand wine are included with dinner each evening.

DAY 4 We begin the day with a guided walking tour of Lisbon. The guide will introduce theheart of both the old and new Lisbon. From Rossio Square you will discover how the city wasdestroyed by a massive earthquake in the 18th century and then totally rebuilt. See the intricatearchitecture of the old Central Station and learn about the Carnation Revolution of 1974. Walkthrough the elegant neighbourhood of Chiado and the old Moorish quarter of Alfama. Afterwardsthere will be time to explore further at your own pace, try the famous Pastel de Natta and enjoylunch in one of the many tapas bars.

Important note:Our itinerary has been planned using the 2015 Brittany Ferries schedule. Once their timetablefor 2016 has been published we will be able to confirm the ferry route and timings. Pleasenote that meals on board ship are not included in the holiday price.Even more important note:In order to gain maximum enjoyment from this tour a good walking ability will be required. Itis, therefore, unsuitable for anyone who has a walking difficulty or disability.

In Roadmark’s 27-year historythis will be only our second tour toPortugal. Crossing with BrittanyFerries to Santander we travelthrough Spain to Portugal’shistoric capital city of Lisbon for a3-night stay. We then continue toPorto with its attractive old townand port wine houses. As well asproviding a great introduction toPortugal’s two foremost cities, theholiday will show you the ruggedlandscape of Northern Spainwhich is surprisingly attractive.

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Saturday 18th June Taxis from home to the coach. Eurotunnel crossing and thensouth, beyond Paris. We stay at the 4-star Best Western Hotel Les Terrasses de Montargis.Dinner included.

Sunday 19th June Breakfast at our hotel. Travel to the tiny village of Vitrac in the Dordogne.Six nights at Hotel Le Clos Roussillon. Dinner at a nearby Auberge is included every evening.

Monday 20th June A later start, with a short drive to Le Roque Gageac, a picturesquevillage sitting right on the river, with homes and even cave dwellings clustered together beneatha huge overhanging cliff. Then through the countryside to Domme, a honey-coloured, walledtown, draped over a craggy hill. Great views of the Dordogne and the landscape of PerigordNoir. Little shops of arty stuff and classy local goodies line the flower-decked lanes, as well aspretty cafes ideal for lunch. Down at river level this afternoon, a Dordogne cruise on a traditionalstyle gabarre trading ship.

Tuesday 21st June A morning exploring Chateau de Beynac, a mighty fortress thatbrings alive the feudal history of the Dordogne. Panoramic views from the battlements, theriver, two other castles and far beyond. Lunchtime in Beynac, and then a leafy riverside routeto Le Chateau des Milandes, once the home of Josephine Baker. Follies Bergere dancer,entertainer, her Rainbow children and Resistance work. Revered in France, her moving story istold within this elegant chateau.

Wednesday 22nd June Morning in Sarlat-la-Caneda, wonderfully preserved, with narrowstreets, restored gothic and renaissance houses, with classy boutique shops and cafes inSarlat's delightful lanes. It is the jewel of the Dordogne, at the centre of The Perigord Noir.Our visit will be on market day, renowned for its array of a glorious local produce. We leaveafter lunch for a leisurely afternoon at our hotel, perhaps a swim in the pool. Or take a stroll intoVitrac, to the cafe alongside the Dordogne.

Thursday 23rd June A day of prehistoric sites. Firstly, La Roque St. Christophe, a cliff-dwelling since the Paleolthic Age. Intriguing history and Vezere River views from the precariouscliff-face where ancient man lived. See how it was then transformed in the middle ages, to aworking troglodyte village. Lunchtime in Montignac, a delightful Perigord town. Then a guidedtour in the caves of Lascaux II. The 17,000 year-old cave paintings cannot be opened to public,but the adjacent replica caves are. Admire paintings of bison, bulls, elk, horses and ritualsymbols. Learn how they were created, and now reproduced using the same technique andtools. Absorbing visit.

Friday 24th June Through the scenic Perigord lanes to Les Jardins du Manoir d’Eyrignac, one of the most renowned gardens in France. An elegant Manoir with formalgardens of topiary hornbeams, box and yew, Jardin Blanc, Jardin Potager, Jardin Fleuristeand the new and contrasting meadow of wild flowers of pastel colours. We enjoy lunchtime inSarlat – an opportunity to buy produce of the local region to take home.

Saturday 25th June Breakfast at our hotel, and then back to The Best Western HotelLes Terrasses de Montargis. Dinner included.

Sunday 26th June Eurotunnel from Calaisthis afternoon. Return to Sussex for taxishome.

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The Dordognewith Tony Pragnell“The Perigord Noir”Saturday 18th June for 9 days

Our Dordogne HotelWe have six nights at Hotel Clos de Roussillon, Vitrac. In a countryside setting fifteen minutesstroll to the River Dordogne, just south of Sarlat-la-Caneda, close to Le Roque Gageac andDomme. A smart professionally-run family hotel, quiet location, air-conditioned, comfortablemodern rooms, breakfast room, bar, terrace, outdoor pool. There is no lift at the hotel butground floor rooms are available on request.www.closroussillon-perigord.com

Tony Pragnell has done itagain! Join him to see thesights and taste the delightsof Perigord Noir, the mostpicturesque part of theDordogne. When we lastvisited the region in 2014 itwas an eight-day tour but wehave added an extra day,discovered a super family-owned hotel and improved the itinerary.

The perfect location at Vitrac. Easy days, low mileage; with all the topvisits nearby. The highlights flow faster than the Dordogne River!

Dark forests of oak from which the Perigord Noir derives its name,towering chateaux, bastide hilltop towns, walnut trees, sunflowers,tobacco fields, traditional cuisine, confit de canard, magret de canard,black truffles, cassoulet, cepes, pink garlic, and of course the prizedfoie gras with wines from the Bergerac vineyards.

Evenings with a real Perigord flavour!

The Dordogne trend is to dine out. There are very few quality hotels,even fewer with restaurants. However, we like to include eveningdinner so that you don't need to go searching and spending. And thereis a super solution. Our hotel has an arrangement with a nearbyAuberge. It's a fifteen minute country walk, but the coach will be onhand if preferred, taking less than five minutes.

Delicious Perigord cuisine, in a charming auberge atmosphere withwine included.

Produce of the region, farmed and cooked by people of the region.Heaven for foodies!

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DAY 4 The Lakes Distillery is Cumbria’s newest visitor attraction. A virtual tour will take youon a 25-mile journey from the source of the River Derwent to the sea and then on to thedistillery house to discover how the company makes its whisky, gin and vodka. Naturally, atasting is included. Later we will visit the pleasant northern Lakes town of Keswick beforerounding off the day with a cruise on Derwent Water.

DAY 5 There is no excursion today, allowing time to relax at our Hotel and enjoy thesurroundings. There are plenty of walks available, from a gentle stroll beside the Lake to thearduous ascent of Helvellyn, England’s third highest mountain. A short stroll will take you to thejetty from where you can take a boat trip on Ullswater. A new pier has been built connecting theNational Trust waterfall at Aira Force and the lakeshore path back to Glenridding.

DAY 6 This morning we will make our way over the narrow, winding Kirkstone Pass andarrive in Windermere. There will be time to visit Lakeland, home of innovative gadgets andkitchenware, before we take a cruise onWindermere aboard one of the famous‘steamers’. We will cruise the full ten and ahalf miles of the Lake then board a steam trainfor a journey along the Leven Valley on theLakeside & Haverthwaite Railway. At theend of the line the coach will be waiting totake you back to the Hotel.

DAY 7 We leave the Lake District and setoff on our journey south. Hopefully traffic willbe light so that we can reach Sussex lateafternoon for taxis to your door.

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� Reduction for National Trust MembersThe Inn on The LakeSunday 3rd July for 7 days

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DAY 1 Once everyone has been collected by taxiand is safely on board the coach we will drive norththrough the Midlands. The final leg of today’sjourney takes us over the Cumbrian fells and alongthe shore of Ullswater to our comfortable Hotel inGlenridding.

DAY 2 After breakfast we will be joined by anold friend of Roadmark, the Blue Badge Guide IanJones. Ian hails from Kendal and has an in-depthknowledge and genuine love of the Lakes. He hasdevised a tour that takes us to pretty villages likeHesket Newmarket and Caldbeck. We will takea lunch break in Cockermouth with an includedvisit to the Georgian townhouse that was thebirthplace and childhood home of WilliamWordsworth.

DAY 3 Today we head south passing Thirlmereand some of Cumbria’s mightiest peaks. We willstop for coffee in pretty Grasmere whereWordsworth is buried in the churchyard alongsidehis wife and family. You can take the opportunity totry some of Sarah Nelson’s famous Gingerbread, aLakeland speciality. Next we call at Bowness-On-Windermere where there will be time to find lunch. This afternoon we visit HolehirdGardens, home of the Lakeland Horticultural Society. Here you can stroll in 5 acres of hillsidegardens and enjoy some of the best views in Lakeland.

Your Holiday HotelThe 4-star Inn On The Lake enjoys one of the most spectacular settings in the Lake District,set in 15 acres of grounds with lawns sweeping to the shores of Ullswater. The Hotel wasawarded ‘Cumbria Tourism Large Hotel of the Year’ in 2013 and prides itself on courteousand friendly service. The Lounge Bar has stunning lake views, perfect for a coffee, pre-dinnerdrink or night cap. There are 47 beautiful bedrooms with hospitality tray, hair dryer, telephone,free Wi-Fi and Freeview TV. Some rooms look towards the mountains and fells and othersover the ever-changing Lake. The restaurant has an AA 2-Rosette rating and places a strongemphasis on local produce. The Ramblers Bar serves homemade food and real ale. There is alift to all floors. www.lakedistricthotels.net

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as you like during the day. The tour route covers a wide area of the City and stops includeSt.George’s Hall, the Walker Art Gallery, the Anglican and Roman Catholic Cathedrals, Radio CityViewing Gallery, Liverpool Wheel and Albert Dock.

DAY 3 Today’s excursion will take you to Tatton Park to visit one of our most completehistoric country estates. Awarded ‘England’s Large Visitor Attraction of the Year 2014’, theformer home of the Egerton family is set in a vast landscaped deer park. We include admissionto the stunning neo-classical mansion, formal gardens, and the working 1930s rare breedsfarm.

DAY 4 San Francisco has its cable cars, New York has its yellow cabs, and Liverpool has itsMersey Ferries. After breakfast today we will board one of the iconic little ships for a 50-minute River Explorer Cruise with a fascinating recorded commentary as we sail from the Cityacross to the Wirral. On completion of the cruise the rest of the day is free to visit more ofLiverpool’s attractions or head for the shops at Liverpool ONE.

DAY 5 We are homeward bound today, travelling via the motorways with refreshment breaksen-route. We shall arrive in Sussex late afternoon for taxis to your door.

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� From just £299 per personLiverly LiverpoolMonday 11th July for 5 days

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DAY 1 A taxi will collect you from home and bring you to the coach. We shall make our waythrough the Midlands and Cheshire to reach our Hotel in Liverpool by the end of the afternoon.

DAY 2 It’s midsummer, so a great way to experience the sights of the City is from the topdeck of an open-top bus. We include a ticket for the Sightseeing Liverpool Tour. The busesare frequent and stop close to our Hotel. You are allowed to hop-on and hop-off as many times

Your Holiday HotelDays Inn Liverpool has 154 contemporary and stylish ensuite bedrooms. Primarily a businesshotel, it is ideally located in the heart of the City, just a short stroll from the Waterfront,Museum of Liverpool, Pier Head and historic Albert Dock. The bedrooms, reached by a lift,have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen satellite TV, tea & coffee maker and hairdryer. The first floorrestaurant serves a 3-course choice dinner menu with tea/coffee included. Each morning ofyour stay you will enjoy a full English breakfast.www.daysinn.co.uk/Liverpool

If you have never beento Liverpool or notvisited in recent yearsyou will be amazed atthe new additions tothe City skyline. Latestof these is the Museumof Liverpool, with itsdistinctive white lines,built in 2011 to sitalongside the famous Three Graces. These comprise the Royal LiverBuilding, crowned with mythical Liver Birds that watch over the city,the Cunard Building and the Port of Liverpool Building. The old rubsshoulders with the new all over Liverpool, and nowhere is this bestdemonstrated than at the Albert Dock. A World Heritage Site with anarray of listed buildings, the former warehouses are now home toattractions like the Merseyside Maritime Museum and ‘The BeatlesStory’. The latter charts the story of the Fab Four from the early daysthrough to their solo careers. Art and Culture are well represented bythe Tate Liverpool and impressive Walker Art Gallery. It’s all a far cryfrom the 1970s, when Sandra and Beryl first appeared on our screensas the mini-skirted flatmates in ‘The Liver Birds’ sitcom.

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the finest examples of 10th-centuryNorman architecture. Later the shipsails for Rouen, passing steep cliffsat the foot of which nestle quaint littlevillages. Botticelli will arrive in theCity at around 4.00pm with theopportunity to join a guided tourtaking in the cathedral, historicquarters and the “Place du VieuxMarché” where Joan of Arc wasburied alive at the stake.

DAY 4 – ROUEN – PARIS After anearly morning start and breakfastwhile sailing, MS Botticelli will make a stop in Mantes la Jolie. There will be an optionalexcursion to the Chateau of Versailles, one of the finest achievements of 17th century Frenchart and architecture. This afternoon is spent cruising towards Paris, passing the futuristicquarter of La Défense. This evening enjoy a farewell Gala Dinner served on board.

DAY 5 – PARIS Breakfast is served on board before disembarking at around 9.00am.The Roadmark coach will be waiting with aguide to take you on a tour of the sights. Parishas a reputation for taste and elegance andwe will show you some of the most famousgrand shopping boulevards like the ChampsElysees as well as landmarks like theConcorde, the Louvre, the Bastille, the Arc deTriomphe and the Eiffel Tower. After your tourthere will be time for lunch before we makeour way home to Sussex.

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Discover The Seine Valleywith CroisiEurope Thursday 28th July for 5 days

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DAY 1 – HONFLEUR A Roadmark taxi will collect you from home in the normal way.We make our way to Dover for the short sea crossing to France. By late afternoon we reachHonfleur and are welcomed aboard the MS Botticelli, our home for the next 4 nights.There will be time to settle comfortably in your cabin before meeting the crew for a welcomecocktail reception. The boat stays alongside in Honfleur tonight, providing an opportunity to goashore if you wish.

DAY 2 – HONFLEUR – CAUDEBEC-EN-CAUX After breakfast you can undertake your ownexploration of Honfleur with its fishing port, picturesque old houses, salt attics and Church ofSt. Catherine, the biggest wooden church in France. Alternatively join the optional guided tourprovided by Croisieurope. After lunch on board you can enjoy an optional excursion to the CoteFleurie visiting Trouville, Deauville and a Calvados distillery.

DAY 3 – CAUDEBEC-EN-CAUX – ROUEN This morning an optional guided tour will takeyou to the abbey of Saint-Wandrille then on to Jumièges and the church of St. Pierre, one of

A five-day cruise from the prettyport of Honfleur in Normandy tothe great capital city of Paris.What could be more relaxing thanto sail at a gentle pace betweenwooded river banks and chalkcliffs through a superb valleywhose variations in light haveinspired countless poets andpainters throughout history?

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Your accommodationMS BOTTICELLIIs it a boat or is it a ship? We arenot quite sure, but the MS Botticelliis certainly an extremely smartvessel. MS Botticelli, which is over350 feet in length, was built in2004 and completely refurbished in 2010. It has 75 ensuite cabins on two decks, with about15 steps separating one deck from another. All the cabins provide a panoramic view and havea bathroom (shower & WC), 220V electricity, air conditioning, hairdryer and a safe. There is apanoramic lounge and bar, a souvenir shop and a sun deck. Your CroisiEurope cruise includes full board (breakfast + lunch + dinner) from dinner on thefirst evening to breakfast on day 5. Also included are drinks – water, wine, beer, fruit juicesand coffee served during meals and from the bar (excluding champagne and wines from thewine list). Lunch and dinner comprise a set 3-course menu. Please indicate any specialdietary requirements (e.g. vegetarian, celiac) on the booking form.

CroisiEuropeWhen river cruising was a privilege only for the wealthy CroisiEurope developed a newconcept aimed at providing the best service at the right price. After nearly 40 years thisremains the Company’s core principle today and it is firmly established as Europe’s largestfamily owned river cruise operator, currently with 43 ships on European rivers and canals.CroisiEurope is very conscious of environmental concerns and ships are fitted with enginesmeeting the latest European standards. Much of the waste collected onboard is recycled andall ships have water savers and waste-water disposal systems. www.croisieurope.co.uk

ExcursionsWe are aware that some clients may wish to remain on board for the entire cruise, while otherpeople will prefer to join one or more of the shore excursions offered by CroisiEurope. So as toprovide maximum flexibility, the holiday price does not include excursions, other than theguided Paris Tour on day 5. A list of excursions and prices will be sent to you and bookingscan be made in advance or on board, subject to availability.


and ancient stone circles and standing stones can be found everywhere. Our guide will show usthe traditional Blackhouses, amazingly still lived in until recently, the “Hebrides Stonehenge” atCallanish, and Carloway Broch, one of Scotland’s best preserved defensive structures.

DAY 5 Today will be a day of Island-hopping and breathtakingly beautiful scenery. We drivesouth through Lewis, North Harris and South Harris and take a ferry to the tiny Isle ofBerneray. From here causeways take us to North Uist, Benbecula and South Uist where thewest coast is a continuous sandy beach while the east is dominated by mountainous peaks.Another causeway links to Eriskay, known to many as the ‘Whisky Galore’ Island. Local peoplecould not believe their good fortune when, in 1941, a ship carrying 50,000 cases of Whiskysank, providing the opportunity for salvaging some of the ‘Water of Life’ and a subsequent bookand film. A short ferry hop brings us to the Isle of Barra where we stay for two nights at the Isleof Barra Hotel.www.isleofbarrahotel.co.uk

Please note that breakfast on Barra will comprise a continental style cold buffet only.

DAY 6 A leisurely day on Barra with its tranquil beaches and distinctive culture with Gaelicbeing widely spoken. There are excellent coastal walks and car/cycle hire from our Hotel.

DAY 7 Early breakfast and ferry from Castlebay to Oban. This wonderful cruise takes nearlyfive hours, crossing open sea for the first section then through the Sound of Mull and into ObanBay. The rest of the afternoon is spent drivingsouth alongside Loch Awe and Loch Lomondwith views of the Trossach peaks. Our finalnight of the tour is spent at the Erskine BridgeHotel set in attractive grounds overlooking theRiver Clyde.www.theerskinebridgehotel.co.uk

DAY 8 Our Scottish odyssey ends today aswe travel home via the motorways, reachingSussex for early evening taxis.

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Island Hoppingin The HebridesWednesday 3rd August for 8 days

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DAY 1 Once a taxi has picked you up and brought you to the coach we drive through theMidlands and over the Cumbrian fells to the Crowwood Hotel in Lanarkshire. Dinner andbreakfast included.www.crowwoodhotel.co.uk

DAY 2 We enter the Highlands and make a stop in Pitlochry. This afternoon we will bedriving through the spectacular scenery of the Grampian Mountains and Cairngorms NationalPark en-route to the Highland capital of Inverness. Here we include a visit to the Scottish KiltMaker Visitor Centre to enjoy a fascinating insight into the history, tradition and culture of thekilt. A little further and we come to the hamlet of Garve where our Hotel is set amid attractivegardens leading down to the Blackwater River.www.garvehotel.com

DAY 3 After breakfast we head to Ullapool, a drive of just over 30 miles, for the morningCalmac ferry sailing to Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis. Arriving at around lunchtime we checkin to the Cabarfeidh Hotel for a two-night stay. Set in attractive gardens, this modern 4-starhotel is situated on the outskirts of the Town. Free afternoon in Stornoway where there is a

diverse range of shops andthe Lewis Loom Centretelling the story of HarrisTweed.www.cabarfeidh-hotel.co.uk

DAY 4 Today we will bejoined by a local guide foran excursion aroundLewis, the most northerlyand the largest island ofthe Outer Hebrides. Lewishas a history stretchingback thousands of years

Join Roadmark’s journey ofdiscovery visiting no less than 8 ofScotland’s Western Isles. Someare linked by causeway and othersby water, with ferry rides amidststunning and ever-changingscenery. This is a circular tour,travelling up and back throughScotland by different routes soyou will see the best of theHighlands as well.

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The Edinburgh Tattoo –Tunes Of GlorySaturday 13th August for 5 days

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is one of Scotland's greatestevents. The show takes place high above the skyline of Edinburgh onthe floodlit Castle Esplanade. Showcasing music, dance and displayfrom around the world, the 2016 Tattoo will pay tribute to HM TheQueen’s 90th birthday while celebrating ‘Tunes of Glory’. There will betwo drivers, enabling us to serve refreshments on board the coach toand from Scotland. The first night will be spent in Lancaster so that theoutward journey can be a more relaxed and interesting one.

HISTORY OF THE TATTOOThe word “Tattoo” comes from the closing-time cry in the inns in the Low Countries during the17th & 18th centuries and translates as 'Turn off the Taps'. The first Tattoo was held in 1950. In1952 the first overseas regiment took part when the Band of the Royal Netherlands Grenadiersperformed. Since that time over 46 countries from across six continents have been represented.The first lone piper was Pipe Major George Stoddart who played in every performance for thefirst 11 years of the Tattoo. The event was first seen in colour on TV in 1968 and today isbroadcast in around 30 countries. It is estimated that about 100 million people see the Tattooon television each year. The Tattoo is run for charitable causes and over the years in excess of£5 million has been given to military and civilian charities. Not a single performance has everbeen cancelled.

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DAY 1 Taxi pick up from your home to the coach. We drive through the Derbyshire PeakDistrict to the Holiday Inn Lancaster for an overnight stay with dinner and breakfast.

DAY 2 We climb over the Cumbrian fells, pass through the Borders and break our journey tovisit the New Lanark World Heritage Site. There will be plenty of time to explore the restored18th century cotton mill village and have lunch. Later we continue to the Westerwood Hotel for athree-night stay.

DAY 3 Today is devoted to Edinburgh. The Scottish capital is approximately an hour’s drivefrom our Hotel. We will be joined by a guide for a coach tour, passing major landmarks likeHolyrood Palace and the Scottish Parliament. The afternoon will be free for your ownexploration before making your way to the Castle for a 9pm performance of the MilitaryTattoo. Please note that dinner is not included today.

DAY 4 After breakfast we embark on a leisurely scenic tour of The Trossachs. Drivingthrough the Campsie Fells we reach Aberfoyle before continuing along the Duke’s Pass to LochKatrine. This beautiful freshwater loch is steeped in history and legend, and we will take acruise on the famous steamship Sir Walter Scott.

DAY 5 We set off for home, making a stop in the border village of Gretna Green. The famousBlacksmith's Shop has stood in Gretna since 1712 and was a popular destination for elopingcouples. We reach Sussex by mid evening for taxis to your door.

This holiday is not suitable for anyonewith a walking difficulty. The old cobbledapproach to Edinburgh Castle is on asteep incline and it is quite a walk fromthe coach park. Seating in the Tattooarena is steeply tiered. Seats for theTattoo are included and will be in blocks3-5 or 12-14.

Your Holiday HotelThe 4-star Westerwood Hotel near Cumbernauld is part of the Q Hotels group. Set in anelevated position surrounded by a golf course, it has 148 bedrooms and a magnificentswimming pool and spa. There is free Wi-Fi throughout the Hotel. Rooms have separatebath and shower, Freeview television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Many ofthe rooms are on the ground floor and there is also a lift.www.qhotels.co.uk


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West CountryRail and SailMonday 8th August for 5 days

Visiting Tiverton in the Exe Valley, this midweek holiday combines arelaxing cruise along the Grand Western Canal, two fine National Trustproperties, and a journey on one of Britain’s best preserved steamrailways.

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DAY 1 A taxi will collect you from your home and bring you to our coach. We drive to theWest Country, making a stop at Montacute House, a fine Elizabethan mansion with a beautifulgarden. Arrival in Tiverton late afternoon when tea/coffee will be served while porters take theluggage to your room.

DAY 2 A morning in which to explore the pleasant town of Tiverton before taking a gentlecruise along the Grand Western Canal on a “1-horse powered” barge. During the trip you willhear memorable tales, anecdotes and historical facts about the horse drawn barge and theCanal. In traditional Devon style a cream tea will be served as you glide almost silently throughthe countryside. The waterway has been designated a local nature reserve with a wide variety ofbirds, plants and insects.

DAY 3 We make our way to Bishop’s Lydeard, terminus of the West Somerset Railway, thelongest standard gauge heritage railway in the UK. Here we join a steam-hauled train for anostalgic 20-mile journey following the line of the Quantock Hills and coastline of BridgwaterBay to Minehead. There will be time to explore and find lunch in this pretty little seaside townbefore rejoining the coach. Our return route takes us along the rugged and hilly north Devoncoast and through part of the Exmoor National Park.

DAY 4 Just south of Tiverton on the banks of the River Exe is Bickleigh Mill, an 18th centurywater mill and craft centre. We continue to our main visit for the day at the National Trust’sKillerton House, an elegant 18th century house built for the Ackland family. There are extensivegardens with an unusual range of trees and shrubs, wonderful herbaceous borders, a Victorianlaundry, ice house and chapel.

DAY 5 After breakfast we make our way along the south coast, pausing in Dorset’s CountyTown of Dorchester for a lunch break and arriving home by the end of the afternoon for taxis toyour door.

Your Holiday HotelYou will stay for 4 nights with dinner, bed and breakfast, at the comfortable 3-star BestWestern Tiverton Hotel. Situated on the outskirts of the Town the Hotel provides a warmWest Country welcome and is very experienced with looking after groups such as ours.Bedrooms are comfortable, spacious and well-equipped, with TV, free Wi-Fi, hairdryer,trouser press and tea/coffee making facilities. All the bathrooms have a shower over thebath – sorry no walk-in showers. The Gallery Restaurant serves English buffet breakfastand carvery style evening meals with a good menu choice. The Hotel does not have a lift,but half of the rooms are located on the ground floor.www.bw-tivertonhotel.co.uk



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Summer inConstable CountrySunday 21st August for 5 days

Having enjoyed the hospitality of the excellent Stoke-by-NaylandHotel on our Christmas tours we felt it was time we paid them asummer visit. We have devised a new itinerary with pretty Suffolkvillages, historic towns, beautiful gardens and a river cruise.

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DAY 1 A taxi will collect you from home and we will make our way to Colchester, the oldestrecorded town in Britain. Time to find lunch or visit the Castle before we arrive at the Hotel mid-afternoon. Tea and cake will be served whilst porters take your luggage to your room. The Stokeby Nayland Hotel is set in peaceful grounds with a lake and golf course so you may like to enjoya stroll or visit the pool before dinner.

DAY 2 After breakfast we will be joined by a Blue Badge Guide for an informative tour ofsome of the pastel-coloured villages whose timber-framed houses and thatched roofs make thisarea so special. We will see Long Melford and stop in Lavenham, often referred to as“England’s Finest Medieval Village” to visit the 16th-century Guildhall. We also visit placesassociated with the artist John Constable like Dedham and East Bergholt where Flatford Millprovided the inspiration for some of his most famous pictures.

DAY 3 We drive to Waldringfield for a two-hour Cruise along the River Deben. The DebenEstuary is a Special Protection Area and the commentary will tell of its rich wildlife and history.We continue to Southwold, a charming seaside town on the Suffolk Heritage Coast.

DAY 4 This morning we will visit Bury St. Edmunds to admire the medieval architecture,elegant Georgian squares, Cathedral and Abbey gardens. This afternoon sees us atHelmingham Hall Gardens. The House, completed in 1510 and not open to visitors, has beenhome to many generations of the Tollemache family and is surrounded by a moat, serenegardens and a deer park.

DAY 5 Leaving Stoke by Nayland we travelto the Royal Horticultural Society’s Garden atHyde Hall. One of the finest gardens in theEast of England, Hyde Hall is set among rollinghills and has panoramic views that you wouldnot normally associate with Essex. Highlightsinclude the Hilltop Garden, Robinson andWoodland Gardens and a Dry Garden. After thevisit we return to Sussex for taxis to your door.

WelshRarebitsSunday 4th September for 5 days

Cosmopolitan and vibrant Cardiff has only been a city for 100 years,but its history spans almost 2000 years. This tour is about more thanCardiff though, as we explore the valleys, industrial landscapes andheritage of South Wales, with a little Roman history thrown in for goodmeasure.

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DAY 1 Our door-to-door service will bring you to the coach and we shall head off throughBerkshire, Wiltshire and South Gloucestershire. Crossing the Severn Bridge we arrive in Cardifffor a mid-afternoon check-in. You will be able to begin your exploration of the City before dinner.

DAY 2 After breakfast we will be joined by a local guide for a tour of the City Centre andCardiff Bay with its multi-million pound Barrage extending from the docks in the north toPenarth in the south. The rest of the day will be free to explore at your own pace. Among themany attractions within easy reach of our Hotel are the Cardiff Museum, the 19th century gothicfantasy that is Cardiff Castle, and the remarkable Millennium Stadium, home to internationalrugby and football.

DAY 3 The Valleys of South Wales have been described as ‘The Engine of the British Empire’.Today we will enjoy a fascinating guided tour, taking us to places like Merthyr Tydfil, home tothe iron and railway industries, the World Heritage Site of Blaenavon, and discovering how coalmade Wales the first industrialised nation in the world. There are countless disused coal minesand we will hear tales of the miners and the disasters that so often brought tragedy andsuffering to the valleys. We will visit ‘Guardian’, the largest mining memorial in Wales. Itcommemorates the 1960 Six Bells Disaster in which 45 men and boys lost their lives in anunderground gas and coal dust explosion.

DAY 4 Not far from Cardiff, in the Vale of Glamorgan, are Dyffryn Gardens. A relatively newproperty for the National Trust, the Gardens are an exceptional example of Edwardian gardendesign. There are 55 acres of gardens to explore as well as a large glasshouse, statuarycollection and an arboretum featuring trees from all over the world. Then we will visit St.Fagans, part of The National Museum of Wales. It is one of Europe’s leading open air museumsand chronicles the historical lifestyle, culture and architecture of the Welsh people.

DAY 5 This morning we visit CaerleonRoman Fortress. We will see the Bath House,remarkably well-preserved and offering afascinating insight into life in 2nd-centuryRoman Britain. You will be amazed at the‘state-of-the-art’ facilities enjoyed by thesoldiers – heated changing rooms, a series ofcold and warm baths, exercise rooms andeven an open-air swimming pool! During theafternoon we drive home to Sussex to meetour taxis.

Your Holiday HotelThe Stoke by Nayland Hotel is family owned and managed by the founders of the famousCopella brand of apple juice. No expense has been spared to provide guests with the verybest in quality, comfort and a high standard of service. There are 80 bedrooms (with a lift),all with granite bathrooms, satellite TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Manyhave countryside views across the lake and golf course. Leisure facilities include an indoorpool with spa, sauna and steam room.www.stokebynayland.com

Your Holiday HotelRoadmark Travel first used the Holiday Inn Cardiff for a mystery holiday in 2013 and itreceived good reviews from our customers. The Hotel is situated in the heart of Cardiff’svibrant city centre, close to the Castle and Millennium Stadium, and provides a great basefrom which to explore. There are 157 air-conditioned bedrooms with comfortable bedding,satellite TV, high speed internet (extra cost applies) and tea/coffee making. Dinner is athree-course choice menu with tea or coffee included, and each morning you can choosefrom a full range of cooked items on the breakfast buffet. The Hotel has a lift.www.hicardiffcitycentre.co.uk



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Synagogue, Heroes Square and the Fine Arts Museum. We will stop for a coffee and cake atAlexandra Bookcafé. Located above a large bookshop, the Café is adorned with chandeliersand a magnificent fresco-style ceiling. This afternoon is free to enjoy any aspect of the City youchoose – you might want to visit one of the hot spas for which Budapest is famous. Dinner is atyour own expense this evening, with lots of cafés and restaurants within easy reach of the Hotel.

DAY 3 Today we travel by coach to the picturesque town of Szentendre for a guided tourand some free time. The riverside town has well-preserved 18th-century baroque-stylechurches, museums and merchant houses and a Mediterranean feel about it not foundelsewhere in Hungary. It is well known for its art galleries and in the cobbled streets you will findstalls selling wine, tablecloths and local produce. Back in Budapest this evening you can chooseto dine at leisure or join an optional visit to Gundel’s, a renowned restaurant that has won manyaccolades for its traditional Hungarian cuisine.

DAY 4 Today a morning excursion will show you the Buda side of the Danube. Crossing theChain Bridge we visit the “Cultural Avenue”, starting with the Buda Castle District where weinclude entrance to Fisherman’s Bastion and Mathias Church. There are spectacular viewsacross the River to the Pest side. Thisafternoon is spent at leisure and later you willenjoy an evening cruise on the Danubeincluding dinner and live piano entertainment.Transfers to/from our Hotel are included.

DAY 5 We check out mid-morning andreturn to the Buda side of the River to admirethe view from Gellert Hill with great photo-opportunities. Our coach will then take us tothe New York Café in the City Centre toenjoy a farewell lunch (included). Consideredto be one of the world’s top cafes, it iscertainly one of the most ornate Afterwards wewill head back to the Airport for the flighthome. On arrival at Gatwick we meetRoadmark’s coach for the short journey andtaxi transfer to your door.

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FlightsAirline schedules will not be available untilearly 2016 but your flight will be witheither easyJet or British Airways. We willselect what we think are the most suitableoutward and return times. Please beaware that it may be an early morningflight from Gatwick. The flight duration isaround 2.5 hours and the transfer timefrom Budapest Airport to the Hotel is justunder an hour.

This tour will be booked with SuccessTours Limited ATOL 5114 for whom weact as agents, and all bookings are subjectto their booking conditions.

Art and History in BudapestBy air with Success ToursSunday 11th September for 5 days

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DAY 1 Taxi pick-up from your home to the coach and transfer to Gatwick for a morningscheduled flight to Budapest. On arrival we will be met by a local guide and coach and taken toour Hotel. This afternoon you can begin your exploration of the City. You might want to take oneof the open-top bus sightseeing tours that pick-up close to our Hotel. This evening enjoy athree-course dinner with a glass of wine at the Hotel.

DAY 2 After breakfast we will take a guided tour of the Pest side of the City. Highlightsinclude the Parliament Building and Opera House (admissions included), the Grand

Your Holiday HotelSituated in the heart of Budapest, the 4-star ASTORIA HOTEL combines historical elegancewith modern comfort. The impressive Mirror Café & Restaurant serves Hungarian delicaciesas well as international cuisine. Bedrooms are reached by a lift and have Satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, minibar, safe, hairdryer and an en-suite bathroom. Tea/coffee is notavailable in the rooms but can be purchased at the bar. The Hotel is conveniently situatedabout a 15-minute walk from the Danube and right next to a tube station and tram stop.Public Transport in the City is free for over-65s providing that you carry your passport. www.danubiushotels.com/Astoria-Budaprest

Following the ‘success’ of our visit toKrakow in 2014 we have asked ourpartner Success Tours to arrange thisholiday for us to Budapest, thefascinating capital of Hungary. Discovera city steeped in history and culture onthe banks of the River Danube.Budapest is blessed with an abundanceof beautiful baroque, neoclassical andart nouveau architecture. The tour,which will be accompanied throughoutby a representative from RoadmarkTravel, takes us to the most importantsights of the City and includes anexcursion to the artists' town ofSzentendre. There is also an evening dinner cruise on the Danube toview Budapest from a different perspective, when all the main sightsand bridges are beautifully lit.

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PennineYorkshireSunday 11th September for 5 days

Many will remember ‘LAST OF THE SUMMER WINE’, the classic TVsitcom that followed the antics of Compo, Foggy and Clegg and wasset in and around the small town of Holmfirth just north of the PeakDistrict in West Yorkshire. This tour explores this wonderfulcountryside and takes you to some of the area’s best attractions.

PENNINE YORKSHIRE INCLUDESCHATSWORTH HOUSE & GARDENS Magnificent Derbyshire country home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire

SALTAIRE A Victorian model village in the Aire Valley. Built by woollen mill owner Sir Titus Salt in 1851,Saltaire is a World Heritage Site and home to a collection of work by artist David Hockney

EAST RIDDLESDEN HALL A costumed guide will take us on a fascinating tour of this National Trust property that was oncehome to a 17th-century cloth merchant and is surrounded by intimate gardens

THE KEIGHLEY & WORTH VALLEY RAILWAY We take a nostalgic steam train ride through the area of rugged natural beauty known as BrontëCountry

HAWORTH & THE BRONTË PARSONAGE MUSEUM See the Pennine village where Charlotte, Anne and Emily lived and worked and visit theParsonage that was home to the Reverend Brontë, his wife Maria and their six children

LAST OF THE SUMMER WINE HERITAGE TOURDiscover some of the secrets of the world’s longest-running sitcom with 295 episodes producedbetween 1973 and 2010. Leaving from Sid’s café we drive through the narrow lanes aroundHolmfirth to see some of the locations used in the series and climb to the top of the moorpassing fields where many of the stunts were performed.

Bodelwyddan Castleand Scenic SnowdoniaMonday 19th September for 5 days

Warner Holidays are just for adults and Bodelwyddan Castle in NorthWales is one of their finest properties. There is a great range ofdaytime activities and you will enjoy four fabulous nights of liveentertainment, one of which features a show-stopping vocalist.

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DAY 1 A taxi will collect you from home and bring you to the coach. We drive through theMidlands, past Chester and arrive at Bodelwyddan Castle by the end of the afternoon.

DAY 2 The Snowdonia National Park is right on our doorstep and today’s excursion willshow you some of its magnificent mountain peaks, lakes and valleys. We pass Betws-y-Coed,Capel Curig and Beddgelert before reaching the coastal town of Porthmadog for a lunch stop.This afternoon we take a scenic ride on the amazing little Welsh Highland Railway through thefoothills of Snowdon, all the way to Caernarfon.

DAY 3 Driving along the Welsh coast we cross the Menai Strait and visit Plas Newydd, anenchanting mansion and gardens, the country seat of the Marquess of Anglesey. The 1930sinterior is famous for its Rex Whistler association and contains his exquisite romantic mural. Thisafternoon we stop in the attractive town of Beaumaris where you can visit the Castle built byEdward I, the Victorian Gaol, or take a boat trip to Puffin Island (Beaumaris attractions notincluded).

DAY 4 A free day allows plenty of time to relax and enjoy some of the many leisure activitieson offer at Bodelwyddan Castle.

DAY 5 We leave North Wales and travel home today, calling at Bridgemere Garden World,one of the UK’s largest garden centres. We reach Sussex late afternoon/early evening for taxisto your door.

Your Holiday HotelYou will stay for four nights, with dinner bed and breakfast, at the Best Western Plus CedarCourt Hotel Leeds/Bradford which provides comfortable accommodation and a warmYorkshire welcome. A large modern hotel, the Cedar Court has 103 bright and spaciousbedrooms with free WI-FI and tea/coffee making facilities. Hotel guests enjoycomplimentary use of the leisure centre with its heated swimming pool, spa pool, saunaand steam room.www.cedarcourthotels.co.uk/cedar-court/leeds-bradford

Your Holiday HotelBodelwyddan Castle lies just a few miles inland from the coast of North Wales and lessthan an hour’s drive from the peaks of Snowdonia. It is not a real castle but a glorious andromantic folly, an appealing mixture of Gothic, Jacobean and Greek revival styles. A multi-million pound investment has included the opening of the new Gallery Bar and a glassatrium joining the hotel reception with Princes Hall. The Mulberry Lounge has beencompletely refurbished with extra seating, glass walls and natural stone finishes. Guestsenjoy use of the Leisure Club with its heated indoor pool, sauna, tropicarium and spa pool.Other activities include Snooker, Tai Chi, Zumba and Table Tennis, and you can admire theVictorian portraits on display in the opulent interiors of the Castle. Bodelwyddan has a greatentertainments team, with music, dancing and comedy – no two nights are ever the same!www.warnerleisurehotels.co.uk/hotels/bodelwyddan-castle-hotel




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DAY 5 Keeping to the eastern shore of Lake Garda we travel to the pretty walled village ofLazise with its paved lakefront promenade. The 12th century Church of San Nicolo is known forits fine frescoes. Next we visit the Olive Oil Museum at Cisano di Bardolino for a fascinatingexplanation of the history of olive oil manufacture. The museum shop has an excellent range ofdifferent oils, vinegars and olives. Bardolino is a world famous wine producing area and we willenjoy the hospitality of the family-owned Villa Calicantus where, after a gentle walk through thevineyard and olive grove, we will taste three wines, matched with local salami and home madebread.

DAY 6 Today we will visit Arco, Torbole and Malcesine, all relatively close to our Hotel inRiva. Arco sits at Garda’s highest point overlooking the Lake and has a ruined castle. In thefishing village and pretty port of Torbole sul Garda you will see the beautiful Vecchia Dogana(Customs House) and be able to visit one of the gelaterias to sample delicious Italian ice cream.A little further along the Lake lies the medieval town of Malcesine, perched on the water’s edgeunder the shadow of Monte Baldo. It is possible to take a cable car to the summit forspectacular views across the Lake and the Dolomites. Malcesine has an old town with cobbledstreets, the Cassone Museum and Capitain Palace.

DAY 7 Today we drive north to the attractive spa town of Merano nestling among themajestic Dolomite Mountains with the Passiro River tumbling through its centre. Later we willstop in the wine growing village of Caldaro where the Lake is surrounded by green meadowsand high mountains. We include a ride on the Mendelbahn, Europe’s longest and steepestcontinuous cable funicular railway. From the summit of the Mendola Mountain there areimpressive views of Lake Caldaro and the vineyards below.

DAY 8 A free day to relax at the Hotel, take a dip in the pool, explore more of Riva, enjoyanother cruise on the Lake or indulge in some souvenir shopping.

DAY 9 After breakfast we will load theluggage and make an early start, returningthrough Austria and Germany for an overnightstay at the Mercure Hotel Forbach.

DAY 10 Our holiday to the Italian Lakescomes to an end today as we return throughFrance and catch an afternoon ferry back tothe UK. Taxis will await our arrival in Sussexand take you home to your door.


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Lake Garda andThe DolomitesFriday 23rd September for 10 days

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DAY 1 Taxi pick up from your home to the coach. Eurotunnel to France and continue to theBest Western Post Hotel on the outskirts of Liège for an overnight stay with dinner andbreakfast.

DAY 2 Driving south through Luxembourg we cross the beautiful hills of the Vosges. We willbreak our journey to enjoy the pretty Alsace wine village of Riquewihr, then continue to ourovernight hotel, the Holiday Inn Mulhouse.

DAY 3 We enter Switzerland at Basel and continue past Lucerne to cross the Alps by way ofthe St. Gotthard Tunnel. Skirting Milan we reach Lago di Garda, making our way up its westernshore to Riva at the head of the Lake.

DAY 4 To introduce Riva del Garda and learn more about the town, we include a leisurelywalking tour this morning. The historical centre of Riva is the Citta Vecchia with its baroque stylepalaces. Rocca di Riva is an ancient castle housing the local museum. After time for lunch andfurther exploration we will take a boat trip to Limone sul Garda to see the remains of the oldlemon houses dotted among the houses and businesses.

Your Holiday HotelThe Hotel Savoy Palace is a 4-star hotel located near the San Nicolo Marina. The Lake is onlya short walk away and so too is the long promenade that stretches between Riva and nearbyTorbole. It is approximately 800 metres to the historic heart of Riva del Garda. The Hotel isfamily owned and offers a good standard of accommodation, food and service. There are 190rooms on five floors reached by a lift. Bedrooms all have private facilities, free Wi-Fi,air-conditioning and a balcony. The hotel has a bar, restaurant, terrace, garden and indoorswimming pool. Breakfast is a hot and cold buffet and dinner a served 4-course menu(antipasto, primo, secondo and dessert). On one evening there is a gala dinner withcandlelight and music. Additionally tea, coffee and cakes are included each afternoon.www.tonellihotels.com

Lake Garda has been a popularchoice with holidaymakers forover a century. The southernpart of the Lake has vineyards,olive groves, lakeside townsand something of aMediterranean feel. Bycontrast, the northern end ofthe Lake where we stay isfjord-like in nature andsurrounded by toweringmountains and cliffs. From our Hotel in Riva del Garda we will exploresome of the lakeside towns and villages and visit the Dolomites, amountainous region with dramatic peaks and deep, long valleys.

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DAY 4 This morning enjoy a traditional Jaunting Car Ride through the Killarney NationalPark. The driver, known as a “jarvey”, is both guide and storyteller. Next we take a cruise aboardthe waterbus around Lough Leane while your skipper provides a commentary on the flora, faunaand historical heritage of the area. This afternoon is free to explore Killarney town with itsrestaurants, gift shops and traditional Irish pubs.

DAY 5 A full day exploring the Dingle Peninsula. Enjoy a scenic tour of this precious Irishlandscape with ancient beehive huts surrounded by an intricate coastline – a region that hascaptivated poets, writers and filmmakers. This afternoon a special treat – a scenic boat tour anddolphin-watching excursion around Dingle Bay.

DAY 6 A day at leisure to see more of Killarney and take advantage of the Hotel’s leisurefacilities.

DAY 7 We say a fond farewell to Killarney and drive to Cobh in County Cork. Originally knownas Queenstown, this pleasant waterside town was the embarkation point for hundreds ofthousands of hungry and penniless Irish men and women who left to build a new life in Americaduring the famine years of 1844-48. We include a visit to the multimedia exhibition telling theQueenstown Story, housed in Cobh’s restoredVictorian Railway Station. This afternoon wecontinue to Wexford for the final night of thetour at the Maldron Hotel.

DAY 8 After an early breakfast at the Hotelwe take the ferry from Rosslare to Fishguardthen drive home through South Wales, acrossthe Severn Bridge and reach Sussex midevening.


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Classic KillarneySunday 2nd October for 8 days

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DAY 1 Taxi pick-up from your home to the coach. We travel through the Midlands for a lunchbreak at Trentham Gardens near Stoke. Continuing through rural Staffordshire and Cheshirewe reach North Wales and spend tonight at the Kinmel Hotel, set amidst rolling parkland withviews of the coast.

DAY 2 An early departure for Holyhead on Anglesey, where we board the Stena Line Ferrywhich crosses the Irish Sea in around 3 hours 15 minutes. Breakfast today is included on boardthe ship. The journey to County Kerry is a shade under 200 miles but Irish roads have improvedgreatly in recent years – they now even have motorways! – so we will arrive at our Hotel in goodtime for dinner.

Day 3 Accompanied by a local guide we take a tour of the famous Ring Of Kerry, 110 milestravelling around MacGillycuddy’s Reeks and the Iveragh Peninsula, along the breathtakingAtlantic Coast, Dingle Bay and Kenmare Bay, returning through Molls Gap, Ladies View and theKillarney National Park.

Your Holiday Hotel The 4-Star Killarney Towers Hotel occupies a prime position in the heart of the town andoffers guests an extensive range of leisure facilities. These include a 15-metre SwimmingPool, Sauna, Steamroom and Whirlpool. There is a cosmopolitan feel to the Hotel, which isusually busy with lots of different groups arriving and departing. There is often live Irish musicin O’Donoghue’s Bar immediately next door to the Hotel. The spacious bedrooms havehospitality tray, television, telephone, iron and hairdryer. There is complimentary Wi-Fi. TheHotel has a lift. Breakfast and dinner are buffet style. www.killarneytowers.com

For over 250 years, visitors havejourneyed through extraordinarylandscapes discovering the placesand people that make Killarney &Kerry a remarkable destination.This extraordinarily beautiful areahas deep blue lakes, loomingpeaks and awesome craggycoastlines. We stay at one of ourfavourite hotels in the lively littletown of Killarney, where bars havemusic every night and the famoushorse-drawn jaunting cars arealways on the move.

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WEDNESDAY Taxi pick-up from your home. We travel to Clitheroe today, to the Ribble Valleyon the fringe of the Forest of Bowland, where we stay for one night at The Foxfields CountryHotel.

THURSDAY It is a short journey to Skipton, gateway to The Yorkshire Dales. The grand 11thCentury Skipton Castle forms a dramatic centrepiece to this bustling market town with a varietyof shops and plenty of cafes for morning coffee or early lunch.This afternoon we have reserved seats on the Settle/Carlisle Railway for a 72-mile journeythrough remarkable scenery, on one of Britain’s most spectacular railway lines.From the limestone uplands of the Yorkshire Dales the line heads north, via Ribblesdale,between fells and peaks, climbing onto open moorland and across the 24-span viaduct atRibblehead, linking the remote and dramatic northern dales, then on to Garsdale Head beforedescending into a mountain valley, through Appleby in Westmorland and along the Eden Valleyup to Carlisle. We rejoin our coach at Carlisle, and make the short journey to The Crown at Wetheral.

FRIDAY A scenic excursion into the Northumberland National Park and the Border ForestPark takes us to Kielder Water, the biggest man-made lake in Northern Europe and, at over

250 square miles, the largest working forest in England. We have arranged a boat cruise onKielder Water, where we will also find a cafe for lunch. Our drive will briefly touch Scotland, andno doubt we will enjoy early autumn views of this wild and wonderful Border country.

SATURDAY From our hotel we have a short drive east, into Northumberland, alongsideHadrian’s Wall to the most impressive section at Walltown Crags, with a visit to The RomanArmy Museum.We continue though pleasant scenery to Hexham for lunch, where we can also visit HexhamAbbey. Then we follow the Roman Military Road alongside Hadrian’s Wall to Vindolanda, one ofEurope’s most important Roman sites with a display of remarkable objects found duringexcavations, shoes, clothing, tools, cooking utensils, wood and metal work, military equipmentetc. We will also see the acclaimed Vindolanda writing tablets, listed among Britain’s ‘TopTreasures’.

SUNDAY An exciting day among the Northern Lakes, with the popular Mountain Goat TourCompany using their minibuses and expert driver/guides for a variation of their spectacular TenLakes Tour, discovering high passes and scenic dales, dramatic Lake District scenery wherecoaches cannot go! We begin on the “wrong” side of Ullswater then Kirkstone Pass, and a road called The Struggle,Ambleside, Thirlmere, Derwent Water, Borrowdale, Honister Pass, Buttermere, Crummock Water,Cold Fell, Newlands Pass, Whinlatter Pass, and more. We will pause for photos, refreshmentsand a lunch break in Keswick. A thrilling experience!

MONDAY We travel home with a break atTrentham Gardens Retail Village. It is the ideal stop, providing various lunchvenues, independent retailers and big brandnames from fashion to art. There is anentrance charge for the Italian Garden shouldyou wish to squeeze this in as well. Wecomplete our journey back to Sussex wheretaxis await.

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By Appointmentto the Crownwith Tony PragnellWednesday 5th October for 6 days

Your Holiday HotelThe Crown was once a coaching Inn and is now a four-star hotel where we enjoy deliciousfood and cosy comfort. Facilities include indoor pool and leisure centre, charming restaurantand traditional bar. The Crown sits in a pleasant village in Cumbria, handy to explore the history and landscapesof the Border Country. There is no lift with most of the bedrooms being on the first andsecond floors. Includes evening dinner with choice. Breakfasts cooked to order.www.crownhotelwetheral.co.uk

Tony Pragnell, who will be your guidefor this holiday, has come up with anew tour that offers tremendous value-for-money. There is something foreveryone; a trip on the Settle-CarlisleRailway, Roman History, EnglishHeritage and great Lakeland scenerywith the Mountain Goat. The includedexcursions alone come to about £80per person! The tour is based aroundthe hospitality of The Crown Hotel atWetheral, a four-star hotel in apleasant village in Cumbria, handy toexplore the history and landscapes ofthe Border Country.


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The RhineAblazeThursday 13th October for 5 days

In the Rhine Gorge, during the autumn grape harvest, there arecelebrations and firework displays to mark the new wine season.Witness this in style aboard a special evening boat cruise down theromantic Rhine where spectacular fireworks and curtains of fireilluminate the night.

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DAY 1 Taxi pick-up from your hometo the coach. We take the Eurotunnel toFrance then drive to the Park InnLeuven for an overnight stay withdinner and breakfast.

DAY 2 On our route today lies thedelightful medieval walled town ofAhrweiler. This is red wine country, alandscape of old castles, craggy rocks,forests and terraced vines. There willbe time to explore and find lunchbefore we continue further intoGermany, arriving in Boppard by theend of the afternoon. A welcome drinkawaits before dinner.

DAY 3 A day at leisure to enjoy thelittle town of Boppard with its Romanfort and medieval churches surrounded by the sloping vineyards that line the River Rhine. Thereis always plenty of activity on the River with heavily-laden barges and passenger boats passingby. This evening sees the highlight of the tour as we take to the water for a cruise on one of themost romantic stretches of the Rhine. During the cruise we enjoy dinner, entertainment anddancing before the pyrotechnics commence and set the Rhine ablaze with colour.

DAY 4 A later start today for our excursion over the Hunsrück Hills, one of Germany’s mostrichly forested areas. We visit Andreas Schlagkamp-Desoye, a highly respected producer ofMosel wines. We will enjoy an informative and amusing talk in his cellars, tasting-room andMuseum of Viniculture. We taste various wines and can buy inexpensively. Later we take aphoto-stop and lunchtime in Beilstein, the prettiest village on the Mosel, and then some time inCochem, with chairlift, castle, river-boats,cafes and restaurants.

DAY 5 We leave Boppard and travel homethrough Belgium for an afternoon train throughthe Channel Tunnel and on to Sussex to meetthe waiting taxis.

Autumn MysteryHolidayMonday 17th October for 5 days

For our second Mystery Holiday of 2016 we have discovered a real gemof a Hotel we feel sure Roadmark guests will enjoy. We will be showingyou the autumn colours in a very scenic part of England and taking youon a river cruise, visiting two National Trust properties and one of ourfinest cathedral cities. It may seem strange booking a holiday to anunknown destination but we can assure you that it will be a lot of funas your driver attempts to keep you guessing every twist and turn ofthe way! As always there will be a bottle of “bubbly” for the personwhose guess is the nearest.

SAMPLE HOTEL DINNER MENUTo start

Fruit juice of your choice

Carrot & Coriander Soup

Chicken Mousse Medallions

Prawn Salad Cocktail

Main CourseSmoked Salmon Salad

Steak & Kidney Tartlets

Cod in Parsley Sauce

Mushroom Stroganoff

DessertRaspberry Mille Feuille

Fruit Salad

Strawberry Pavlova

Trio of Luxury Ice-Cream

Bonus clue 1: The route does not involvetravelling on the M25 (Hurrah!)

Bonus clue 2: One of the National Trustproperties we shall visit has been a location forthe BBC Antiques Roadshow

Your Holiday HotelThe Best Western Premier Bellevue Rheinhotel is a charming 4-star Hotel located on theriverfront in the centre of Boppard and just a short walk from the pedestrianised towncentre. The Hotel has a sauna, steam bath and indoor swimming pool. There are 93 elegantbedrooms, equipped to a high standard with private facilities, hairdryer, TV, telephone andtea/coffee making facilities. There is a cosy bar and wine cellar. The Hotel has a lift.www.bellevue-boppard.de

Your Mystery Holiday Hotel� is a new hotel for Roadmark Travel� is part of the BEST WESTERN family� is not modern (which is our way of saying it’s quite old)� has a 3-star rating� is Grade 1 listed for historical & architectural interest� is set in attractive grounds approached by a winding drivewayThe Hotel does not have a lift although there are a limited number of groundfloor rooms.


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Alvaston HallA Warner Leisure Hotel

Monday 14th November for 5 days

Roadmark Travel is pleased to offer another midweek break toAlvaston Hall near Nantwich. In the past two years Warners haveinvested over £12.5 million in this beautiful Grade II-listed VictorianHotel which is surrounded by rolling Cheshire farmland.

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MONDAY One ofour taxis will collectyou from home andbring you to thecoach. We will arriveat Alvaston Hall lateafternoon andporters will takeyour luggage to yourroom. After dinnerthe sparklingentertainmentbegins! Each nightthere is somethingdifferent – this weekthe programme has a festive theme, with live music, comedy and dancing.

TUESDAY Today we travel to the Potteries for a visit to the newly re-opened World OfWedgwood. You will see craftsmen at work utilising unique artisan skills and techniquesdeveloped over 250 years at Barlaston, the home of Wedgwood. The award-winning museumhouses an amazing collection and you will be able to find bargains in the Factory Outlet Shop.

WEDNESDAY There will be no coach excursion today, allowing plenty of time to relax at theHotel and enjoy the wide range of leisure activities and entertainment on offer.

THURSDAY After a delicious all-you-can-eat breakfast we will depart for a scenic excursionthat will take us through Cheshire, Staffordshire and into the wild and rugged Derbyshire PeakDistrict. After a stop for lunch in the elegantspa town of Buxton we return via the famous“Cat and Fiddle” road.

FRIDAY Our homeward journey will be viathe City of Lichfield with its 800 year oldCathedral. We reach Sussex by late afternoonand the waiting taxis will return you to yourdoor.

Your Holiday HotelWith its indoor pool, sauna, leisure area and Salon Spa, Alvaston Hall is the perfect place inwhich to unwind and relax. Evening entertainment is in the impressive Grove CabaretRestaurant where guests enjoy dinner served to their table or from the carvery, with a widemenu choice. Every table has an unobstructed view of the stage and dance floor, ensuringthat you will never miss any of the top-class shows and performers. The Fountain Barserves a wide range of wine, beer, spirits and cocktails. We have booked standard roomsfeaturing comfy chairs, tea and coffee making facilities, television, telephone and hairdryer.There is a lift at the Hotel. www.warnerleisurehotels.co.uk/hotels/alvaston-hall-hotel

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Autumn Colours ofThe Wye ValleySunday 23rd October for 5 days

The Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offers a uniquelandscape. Its very name conjures up images of beautiful woodlands,dramatic castles and lush riverside scenery beloved of artists andpoets such as Turner and Wordsworth.

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DAY 1 As soon as everyone is on board we will drive to Westonbirt Arboretum inGloucestershire. Our National Arboretum is managed by the Forestry Commission and hasaround 15,000 trees and shrubs from all over the globe. You will have plenty of time to enjoythe spectacular autumn colours before we continue to our Hotel in Monmouthshire

DAY 2 Today a Local Guide will accompany us on a coach tour of the Wye Valley. Weinclude a visit to Tintern Abbey, one of the great monastic ruins of Wales and will also take youto Monmouth for a guided tour of the Shire Hall. At this former Court of Assizes you will beable to sit in the Judge’s chair and go down to the cells to see at first hand the unpleasantconditions prisoners were subjected to.

DAY 3 Just a stone’s throw from our Hotel are Dewstow Gardens. Built around 1895, theGardens were buried under thousands of tons of soil just after World War 2. Rediscovered in2000 they are once again open to visitors who can explore a labyrinth of underground grottoes,tunnels, ponds, ferneries and rock gardens. Later you can either return to the Hotel for aleisurely afternoon, or spend some time in the historic market town of Chepstow, situated onthe west bank of the River Wye. Chepstow Castle has a Norman Castle perched high above theRiver and an award wining local Museum.

DAY 4 We devote today to The Forest Of Dean. This National Forest Park, the first inEngland, was created in 1938. Our tour will reveal some of the Forest’s hidden secrets, passingthe Verderers’ Court, nature reserves, former quarries, ironworks and coal mines. We will take aride on the Dean Forest Railway to experience the sights, sounds and smells of travel on arural branch line.

DAY 5 Returning across the Severn Bridgewe will visit Bowood House in Wiltshire.Bowood, set in beautiful ‘Capability’ Browndesigned parkland, has been home to theLansdowne family for over 200 years andhouses a unique collection of historicalartefacts. During the afternoon we return toSussex for taxis home to your door.

Your Holiday HotelYou will stay for four nights with dinner, bed and breakfast at the St. Pierre Marriott Hotel &Country Club on the outskirts of Chepstow. The Hotel is set in 400 acres of picturesqueparkland and centred on a 14th century manor house. One of the top golfing venues in theUK, it has two 18-hole courses. The rooms have all the facilities you would expect of aMarriott, luxurious bedding, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and comfy chairs.Bathrooms have a separate bath and shower. Guests enjoy complimentary use of the HealthClub including pool, sauna, steam rooms and gym. Dinner is a three course choice menuand includes tea/coffee. A hot and cold buffet breakfast is served each morning. The Hoteldoes not have a lift although there are ground floor rooms which are in a separate building.www.marriott.co.uk/hotels/travel/cwlgs-st-pierre-marriott-hotel-and-country-club


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The ThursfordChristmas SpectacularSunday 4th December for 3 days

We make no apology for including another short break to Norfolk forthe spectacular Christmas Show at Thursford. We think that it isunique, and probably the best production of its kind in the UK. TheShow, which started as a small carol concert in an old farm shed in1977, now attracts over 100,000 visitors annually and has a budget of£4 million. Enjoy the music, both traditional and contemporary, carols,dazzling dancers, glittering costumes and outstanding singing from acast of over 100. If you have never been before then Thursford is anabsolute must. If you are a regular visitor there is always somethingnew to excite and entertain.

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SUNDAY Pick-up by taxi from your home to the coach. We will then make our way toColchester, the oldest recorded town in Britain with a unique heritage and history. There will betime for lunch before we continue to Dunston Hall, arriving in good time for relaxation, orperhaps a swim, before dinner.

MONDAY After breakfast we drive into Norwich where there will time for morning coffee andsome Christmas shopping. We continue to Thursford where the Theatre will be beautifullydecorated in readiness for the afternoon performance of the Christmas Spectacular. One ofthe main features of the Show is the mighty Wurlitzer organ, the fourth largest in Europe withover 1,300 pipes, which was rescued from the Odeon Cinema in Leeds and is normally playedby Phil Kelsall MBE.

TUESDAY This morning we head to the historic market town of Bury St.Edmunds in Suffolk.Bury has a striking combination of medieval architecture, elegant Georgian squares and a

glorious cathedral. After time to explore andfind an early lunch we will resume thehomeward journey, reaching Sussex by theend of the afternoon for taxis to your door.

Your Holiday HotelFormerly a De Vere property, Dunston Hall is now part of the well-respected QHotels group.The 4-star Hotel is an Elizabethan-style country house built in 1859 on the outskirts ofNorwich. The Hotel sits in 150 acres of landscaped grounds and retains a warm andtraditional atmosphere. Bedrooms at Dunston Hall are stylishly decorated. Some retainperiod features and all are extremely comfortable. In addition to SKY TV there is free Wi-Fi,tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer and trouser press. Guests enjoy use of the indoorswimming pool, sauna and steam room. There is a liftwww.qhotels.co.uk/our-locations/dunston-hall


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A Touch ofClass in BrugesWednesday 7th December for 4 days

A visit to BRUGES is fascinating at any time of year, but in winter itsmedieval squares are illuminated with thousands of coloured lightsand a magical festive atmosphere pervades the cobbled streets. Ourshort break will take you not only to Bruges but also to Brussels, whichhosts Belgium’s largest Christmas Market. Should you tire of shoppingand sightseeing you can relax in the warmth and comfort of thecharming Hotel Navarra, which we think is a hidden gem, right in thehistoric city centre.

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DAY 1 Taxi pick up from your home to the coach. We drive to Folkestone for the convenientEurotunnel crossing then on to Bruges, arriving early afternoon. Once checked in you can beginyour exploration of the ancient Flemish city and choose a restaurant for dinner.

DAY 2 Spend the entire day in Bruges where our Hotel is just a few minutes stroll from themain attractions, canals, museums, galleries and shops. Explore the festive stalls on the GroteMarkt and on Simon Stevinplein, all crammed with local crafts, Christmas decorations andelegantly packaged chocolates. Watch (or why not join in with) the skaters on the ice rink, enjoythe Snow and Ice Sculpture Festival or visit De Halve Maan Brewery, established in 1856.

DAY 3 Belgium’s capital city is about a 90-minute drive and here we will discover one ofEurope’s finest Christmas Markets. Set up along a 2km illuminated walk through the city centre,the market is bursting with continental atmosphere and hundreds of wooden chalets offering anarray of festive delights. There are magical son et lumière displays on the UNESCO WorldHeritage listed Grande Place, a Ferriswheel and ice rink at the Marché auxPoissons, and dozens of stalls for stocking upon gifts and treats. We will stay in Brusselsuntil early evening to experience the fullambience and allow time for dinner in one ofthe many smart restaurants.

DAY 4 After breakfast the Hotel will storeyour luggage so that you can spend themorning last-minute shopping and then findlunch before we leave Bruges. We will arrive inSussex early evening where taxis will bewaiting to take you home.

Your Holiday HotelThe Hotel Navarra is in the heart of historical Bruges and is renowned for its unparalleledservice in an intimate atmosphere. The building is an elegant 17th century mansion listedas a historic monument and offering all the comforts of a modern 4-star hotel whilstretaining its original charm. Not many hotels in Bruges have a swimming pool, but theNavarra has a heated pool, ingeniously created inside the old wine cellars and part of a‘wellness’ centre which also includes a sauna and fitness room. There is a cosy bar andafternoon tea shop. All bedrooms, served by lift, are ensuite and have tea and coffeemaking. A splendid continental buffet breakfast is included each morning. Accommodationis on a bed and breakfast only basis, allowing you to enjoy dinner at one of the manyrestaurants and pavement cafes to be found within easy reach of the Hotel. www.hotelnavarra.com

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� Price held from Christmas 2015!� Book before 1st April and pay just £50 deposit

Christmas inConstable CountryFriday 23rd December for 5 days

Following requests from many of our customers, the 2016 RoadmarkChristmas Holiday will again be to the comfortable 3-star Stoke ByNayland Hotel near Colchester. This will be our 5th year at the Stoke byNayland, which is family owned and managed by the founders of thewell-known Copella brand of apple juice. The Hotel is surrounded byrolling countryside and a golf course in the heart of Constable Countryon the borders of Suffolk and Essex. There are 80 bedrooms, served bya lift. All feature Satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, telephone, hairdryer andtea/coffee maker. Many rooms have views across the lake and golfcourse. There are plenty of areas in which to relax and leisure facilitiesinclude a luxurious indoor swimming pool. Spa, sauna and steamroom. www.stokebynayland.com

THE FESTIVE PROGRAMME INCLUDES:� 4 nights with dinner, bed and breakfast at the Stoke by Nayland Hotel

� “Guess the weight of the Christmas Cake” competition

� A light lunch on Boxing Day before a visit to the Pantomime

� Evening Entertainment

� Traditional 5-course Christmas Day Luncheon with mince pies

� The Roadmark “Big Christmas Quiz”

£655 per personSharing a twin or double room£719 per person for sole occupancy


Deposit £75 per person(£50 if booked before 1st April)

© Flickr – David Farquhar

Bath ChristmasMarket and LongleatFestival of LightThursday 8th December for 4 days

Our new pre-Christmas break combines great shopping opportunitieswith a touch of history in Bath and a visit to one of the country’s best-loved stately homes to enjoy the Festival of Light.

ITINERARY

DAY 1 A taxi will collect you from home and bring you to the coach to join your driver andfellow travellers. We will make our way to Wilton near Salisbury for a lunch break at WiltonShopping Village. Here you will discover a historic courtyard, shops, restaurant and an antiquecentre, all housed within part of the original Wilton Carpet Factory built in 1710. This afternoonwe continue across Salisbury Plain to reach our hotel in good time for dinner.

DAY 2 After breakfast we will set off for Bath, about an hour’s drive. The Bath ChristmasMarket is established as one of the best in the UK. Each year the historic city centre istransformed into a magical Christmas shopper’s paradise as over 170 wooden chalets line thestreets surrounding the Roman Baths and Bath Abbey. This afternoon we visit The AmericanMuseum In Britain. With its remarkable collection of folk and decorative arts, the Museumexplores American traditions and is the only Museum of Americana outside the U.S.A.

DAY 3 This morning we take you to Devizes, a town standing on the Kennet and AvonCanal. An historic market town with a colourful medieval past, Devizes enjoys a rich heritage offine Georgian houses. There will be time to explore and visit one of the many inns – thecelebrated Wadworth Brewery remains in its original site and has a well-stocked brewery shop.Later we head to Longleat near Warminster. The Festival Of Light here is a relatively newevent and, whilst the programme for 2016 was not available at the time of writing, we canexpect magical displays lighting up the grounds of the famous stately home. There will be agiant Christmas tree and pantomime characters welcoming you to the House which will bebeautifully decorated. We will also take a Winter Safari to meet some of the animals in the park.

DAY 4 It is Sunday and time for a leisurely breakfast and read of the newspapers. A shortdistance from our Hotel is the Great WesternDesigner Outlet. The shopping centre ishoused in the restored buildings of the oldrailway works and has over 100 storesincluding a John Lewis Home outlet. In theeating area you can see one of the steamlocomotives originally built in Swindon. We willstay for a couple of hours before making ourway home to Sussex to meet the waiting taxis.

Your Holiday HotelYou will stay for 3 nights at the comfortable and modern Hilton Hotel (4-star) on theoutskirts of Swindon. There are 171 bedrooms, accessed by a lift, and ground floor roomsare available on request. Bedrooms have tea/coffee making facilities and bathroomsfeature both baths and showers. Wi-Fi is available free in the public areas and in thebedrooms at additional cost. The Hotel restaurant serves traditional British cuisine. Dinner isa three-course buffet with a choice and includes tea/coffee. A delicious buffet breakfast isserved each morning.www.hilton.com/swindon


Deposit £75

Emerald Insurance £21

New Tour


6. STATUTORY AUTHORITIES & CONDITIONS OF CARRIAGEThis brochure is issued subject to applicable Acts of Parliament and Government Regulations andThe Company reserves the right to modify itineraries to conform with requests from competentauthorities in the United Kingdom and any other sovereign state through which the tours operate.Overland carriage may be in vehicles other than those owned by Roadmark Travel Limited. When youtravel on an aircraft, train or ship, the conditions of that carrier apply and are subject to National andInternational conditions which may limit or exclude liability. The Public Service Vehicle (Conduct ofDrivers, Conductors and Passengers) Regulations as amended 1990, apply to all coachesthroughout any holiday in the UK.

7. INSURANCEIt is a condition of booking with Roadmark Travel that you are covered by Travel Insurance for any UKor European Holiday. There is a wide range of providers to choose from and you do not have to takethe insurance offered by Roadmark. Roadmark Travel Limited is an Appointed Representative ofArthur J.Gallagher Insurance Brokers Ltd. Through Arthur J.Gallager we offer the “EMERALDCOACH HOLIDAY SCHEME”. The insurance premium for each holiday is shown in our brochureand on the website, and includes Insurance Premium Tax at the prevailing rate (currently 20%).

A summary of the cover is shown on page 31 of this brochure under TRAVEL INSURANCE ImportantInformation, and a full policy document can be inspected at our office. Roadmark Travel does notprovide advice or recommendation as to whether the policy meets your own specific requirements.If you decide to purchase Roadmark’s Travel Insurance and pay the relevant premium we will sendyou a policy document. If you decide that the cover does not meet your requirements you may returnthe policy document to us within 14 days and we will refund the premium paid. If you cancel yourholiday for any reason after the 14-day period the insurance premium is non-refundable. You shouldalways take your Insurance Policy document with you on the holiday.

If you are not covered by the Emerald Scheme you must provide details of your own alternativeinsurance cover, for which there is a space on the booking form.

EXISTING MEDICAL CONDITIONS (applies to both UK & EUROPE)Your Emerald policy may not cover claims arising from your pre-existing medical conditions, so ifyou have a medical condition and/or are taking prescribed medicine, it is essential that youtelephone Travellers Healthcheck on 01732 853375 to advise them of yourcondition/medication. You must also telephone the Healthcheck line if you are on a waiting list forany treatment, and if your condition or medication changes after you have purchased your travelinsurance.

8. PASSPORTSFor all holidays abroad you will require a full 10 year British Passport and you need to complete the‘ADVANCE PASSENGER INFORMATION’ section of the Booking Form. If you do not hold a fullBritish Passport it may be possible to travel, provided that you have checked with the appropriateimmigration authorities of the Country(ies) to be visited whether a visa is required, and that you arein possession of the visa and any other documentation necessary for entry into that country(ies).The Company cannot accept responsibility for delays or difficulties caused if passengers are not inpossession of the correct travel documents.

9.SPECIAL NEEDSWe will accept lightweight wheelchairs for travel, subject to them being able to be folded andstowed away in the luggage hold of the coach. We regret we are unable to accept wheelchairs thatare more than 20kg in weight. We cannot carry battery powered wheelchairs or scooters. We MUSTbe advised at the time of booking that a folding wheelchair or walking aid is being taken on a trip, aswe have also to consider the luggage capacity and weight of the coach and taxi.Our drivers and escorts will be happy to provide general assistance to passengers but will not beexpected to:

• Provide assistance that extends to the bodily lifting and carrying of any customers on andoff the coach.

• Undertake any action that may put their health, safety, welfare or the legal requirementsfor a break in duty at risk.

• Act as carers for customers at departure, during the journey or on arrival at destination.

Unfortunately, many hotels do not provide adequate facilities for guests with mobility problems orwho suffer from other disabilities. We are keen to plan arrangements for your holiday so that specialneeds and requests can be accommodated as far as possible. If you will need assistance or specialfacilities in the hotel, or may have difficulties in taking part in excursions or boarding and travellingon the coach or other means of transport you must let us know in advance. Not all holidays in thisbrochure may be suitable for you. We want you to enjoy your holiday and will try to help you selectan appropriate trip. If you need advice or further information you should contact Roadmark TravelLtd.

10. HEALTHIf you are in any doubt as to whether your state of health may render youunfit to travel you should consult your doctor and act on his/her advice. If a doctor confirms thatyou are medically unfit to start your holiday it is essential that you cancel the holiday. In this caseyou will normally be able to make a claim on your insurance. At the time of going to press no specialprecautions regarding health matters were needed by travellers to the countries mentioned in thisbrochure. However, regulations are subject to change and our clients are responsible for complyingwith entry and current health requirements. For all foreign holidays we advise you to obtain a copy ofthe Department of Health leaflet “Advice on Health for Travellers”. If you are going on holiday to amember state of the EU or EEA we advise you to carry with you a EUROPEAN HEALTHINSURANCE CARD (EHIC). An EHIC lets you get state healthcare in other EU/EEA countries plusSwitzerland at a reduced cost or sometimes for free. You can apply by telephone 0300 330 1350 oronline at www.ehic.org.uk

11. DOOR TO DOOR SERVICEOur door-to-door service automatically applies unless stated, and provided that your home (pick-up)address is within fifteen miles of one of our main holiday pick-up points, which areWASHINGTON and HOP OAST PARK & RIDE in Horsham. A list of postcodes that fall within ourinclusive taxi pick-up area can be found on the Booking Form. We may be able to arrange door-to-door service for passengers outside our 15-mile area at a supplementary charge.

Holiday Booking Termsand Conditions

CONSUMER PROTECTION INSURANCEIn accordance with “The Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations1992” all passengers booking with Roadmark Travel Ltd are fully protected for the initial depositand subsequently the balance of all monies paid to us, including repatriation if required, arisingfrom cancellation or curtailment of your travel arrangements due to the insolvency of RoadmarkTravel Ltd. Your booking is insured by IPP Ltd and its panel of Insurers. This insurance is onlyvalid for passengers who book and pay directly with/to Roadmark Travel Ltd and is only valid forpackages booked that DO NOT include flights. This insurance has been arranged byInternational Passenger Protection Limited and underwritten by Certain underwriters at Lloyd’s.

CLAIMS PROCEDURE:Download Claims Form from www.ipplondon.co.ukAny occurrence which may give rise to a claim should be advised within 14 days to:Claims Office, International Passenger Protection Limited22-26 Station Road, West Wickham, Kent BR4 0PRIn order to deal promptly with any claim hereunder it is essential that you retain all bills, receiptsand other documents relating to your travel arrangements.CLAIM FORMS MUST BE SUBMITTED WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF DATE OF INSOLVENCY.WE CANNOT CONSIDER OR PAY CLAIMS RECEIVED AFTER THIS DATE.For further information see www.ipplondon.co.uk

ALL ROADMARK COACH HOLIDAYS ARE SOLD SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:When signing the booking form you will sign on behalf of yourself, and the others named in yourparty that you have read, understood, and have accepted these conditions and the HolidayInformation provided in this brochure. A contract between us is entered into when you make abooking and we accept it by written confirmation on the terms set out in this brochure. Your contractis with ROADMARK TRAVEL LIMITED of Stockbury House, Church Street, Storrington, Pulborough,West Sussex, RH20 4LA, hereinafter referred to as “The Company”.

1. You Pay a DepositWhen you make a booking you must pay a deposit. For most holidays this is £75 per person andthe exact amount will be advised to you when booking. If you are taking “Emerald” Travel Insurance”you must also pay the appropriate premium as shown in our Brochure. Should you decide to cancelor be unable to take up the holiday for any reason this deposit and insurance premium are bothNON-REFUNDABLE.

2. You Pay the BalanceYou must pay the balance by the date specified in the tour confirmation. If the balance is not paid intime the Company reserves the right, after due notice to the customer, to cancel your booking.In this event, or if you, the customer, cancel the holiday arrangements after the booking is accepted,the deposit (and insurance premium if applicable) will be forfeited.

3. If You Cancel Your HolidayIf you or any member of your party decide to cancel your holiday, the person signing the bookingform must notify us in writing. As cancellation incurs administrative costs we will retain the depositapplicable to each person’s holiday cancelled. Any insurance premium you have paid will also beforfeited. Additionally, if you cancel within 42 days of departure, The Company will apply acancellation charge in accordance with the following scale:

Period before departurewithin which written cancellation

is received

Cancellation Charge(including deposit paid) as apercentage of the holiday price

Prior to 42 days

28 – 42 days

14 – 27 days

7 – 13 days

1 – 6 days

Departure Day or later including voluntarytermination whilst on holiday

Loss of deposit & Insurance premium

30%

45%

60%

100%

100%

NOTE: If the reason for cancellation is covered under the terms of your insurance policy you may beable to reclaim these charges subject to the policy excess. Insurance premiums are not reclaimable.

4. If You Change Your BookingIf after our confirmation has been issued you wish to change your booking (e.g. change to anotherholiday or departure date), we will do our best to make the changes provided that we receive writtennotification from the person signing the booking form not later than the date on which the balance ofthe original holiday cost was due for payment. This must be accompanied by a payment of £25 tocover our administration costs. Any alteration by you made later than the original balance date willbe treated as a cancellation and subject to the charges set out in paragraph 3 above.

5. If You Have a ComplaintIf you have a complaint during your holiday, please inform, in the first instance, the supplier of theservice and then inform our driver/courier or representative immediately, who will do his/her best tohelp you there and then. If the matter cannot be resolved to your satisfaction you must put yourcomplaint in writing to Roadmark Travel Limited. This should give full details of the complaint andbe received by the Company not later than 28 days following the return of your holiday. Failure toestablish your complaint immediately in accordance with the above procedure may affect theoutcome of it.


12. OTHER TERMS(a) On any Roadmark holiday you are not permitted to bring a pet or any other animal (other

than Guide Dogs in the UK and Eire only and by prior arrangement).(b) Smoking, including the use of electronic cigarettes, and the consumption of alcohol are

strictly prohibited on Roadmark coaches.(c) You are not permitted to play a radio, cassette or CD player on Roadmark coaches or to

use any form of electronic device without head/earphones.(d) Excursions are included in the price of most Roadmark holidays and refunds cannot be

made for passengers who do not wish to go on these excursions. Admission fees are notincluded in the price of the holiday unless stated in the brochure.

(e) Roadmark Travel Limited reserves the unconditional right to refuse a booking or toterminate a client’s holiday in the event of unreasonable conduct which in our opinion islikely to cause damage, distress, danger or annoyance to other clients, employees,property or to any third party. This includes unsuitable or inappropriate attire being wornin places such as restaurants and hotels. The minimum standard dress code is normallysmart/casual.

If you are prevented from travelling or continuing your holiday by such a termination ourresponsibility for your holiday thereupon ceases. Full cancellation charges will apply and RoadmarkTravel Limited will be under no obligation for any refund, compensation or loss which you may incur.

Our Obligation To Youforms part of the Holiday Terms & Conditions

1. YOUR HOLIDAY PRICEWe will only increase the price of your holiday in the following, limited circumstances:

i) If there is an increase in the cost of transportation, including fuel and fuel tax, ferryoperator fares and tolls, airfares and embarkation or disembarkation fees at terminals.

ii) If there is an increase in applicable duties or taxes (including the rate of VAT).iii) Adverse currency exchange rate variations.

Even in the event of increases in the above, we will absorb an amount equivalent to 2% of theholiday price. We will not alter the price of your holiday within 30 days of departure.

2. IF WE CHANGE YOUR HOLIDAYEvery effort will be made to operate all the holidays as advertised, but arrangements are made manymonths in advance and changes are, therefore, sometimes unavoidable. Most changes are likely tobe minor, but where a change is significant we will notify you as soon as possible. Significantchanges are those that involve changing your departure or return date, the location of resort, achange to the main hotel (not single overnight hotels), or tour itinerary changes which involve a maindestination being completely eliminated. In the event of such a significant change you can decideeither:

a) To continue with the holiday as amended orb) To accept an alternative holiday we may offer you with an appropriate increase or

reduction in price, orc) To cancel your booking, and receive a full refund of all monies paid by you.

3. IF WE CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAYIt is necessary for there to be a minimum number of passengers in order to operate a holiday.This number will vary depending on the tour, and the minimum for each holiday is available fromRoadmark Travel on request. If this minimum number is not achieved we reserve the right to cancelthe holiday. In this case we will offer you the choice of a full refund of all the monies you have paidto us, or an alternative holiday if one is available. However, we-will not cancel your holiday after thebalance date unless:

(a) You have not paid for your holiday in full or(b) Your holiday is influenced by events beyond our control such as hostilities, political

unrest, industrial action, natural disasters, severe weather, technical problems totransport, Governmental action or other circumstance amounting to force majeure.

If we have to cancel your holiday The Company is liable only for any monies you have paid to us atthe time.

TRAVEL INSURANCE IMPORTANT INFORMATIONRoadmark Travel Ltd is an appointed representative of Arthur J. Gallagher Insurance BrokersLimited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered Office:Spectrum Building, 7th Floor, 55 Blythswood Street, Glasgow, G2 7AT. Registered in Scotland.Company Number: SC108909.

We only offer travel insurance from a single insurer – Union Reiseversicherung AG. This travelinsurance is suitable for those who wish to insure themselves when travelling against the specifiedfinancial loss of unforeseen circumstances and events relating to your trip. A list of the covers andcorresponding levels, as well as the main policy exclusions, can be found below. Further details willbe in your policy document, a copy of which is available on request. We have not provided you withany recommendation or advice about whether this product meets your specific insurancerequirements. It is your responsibility to decide whether this policy suits your requirements.Should you require any further information, please contact Roadmark Travel Ltd.

PremiumsPlease see the appropriate tour page in our brochure for travel insurance prices or contactRoadmark Travel.

Health ConditionsIf you are travelling within UK and Europe – Your policy may not cover claims arising fromyour pre-existing medical conditions so you need to telephone Travellers Healthcheck on01732 853375 or 08451 300 210 so that underwriters can ensure you are provided with thebest cover they can offer. Please refer to the policy document.If your condition changes, after purchasing your travel insurance, or you are on a waiting list orhave been sent for tests, investigations or your medication has changed, you are required toadvise Travellers Healthcheck on 08451 300 210, where they will advise on what cover canbe provided.

General ExclusionsThis policy includes some general exclusions relating to health conditions of you or those on who ortrip depends unless previously agreed in writing by the underwriters. It also excludes claims wherebyYou are under the influence of drugs (other than those prescribed by a doctor) or alcohol or solvents.Full exclusions are listed in the policy document.

Cover and Cost

Cancellation

Up to £1,000 for UK Trips

Up to £3,000 for EU Trips

Curtailment

Unused portion ofcosts up to £3,000

Medical Expenses

Up to £2,000,000outside home country

Up to £1,500 withinyour home country

Personal Possessions

Up to £1,750 in total

Up to £250 eachindividual item

Up to total of £250for valuables

Personal Money

Up to £250 in cashon your person

Up to £500 in totalLost travel documents

up to £250

Personal Liability

Up to £2,000,000

Personal AccidentUp to £15,000

Policy excess: Cancellation/Curtailment/Abandonment: £65.00. Deposit only£30.00. Personal Possessions, Personal Money/Medical Expenses – £65.00

Material FactsYour insurance is arranged on the basis of what you have told us and your insurer. Therefore, youmust provide answers to all questions raised honestly, completely and to the best of yourknowledge. If you’re in any doubt as to whether to provide any information please do so, to ensurethat your policy is set up on the correct basis because if not it could mean that part or all of a claimmay be unpaid. If any circumstances change throughout the policy term please advise usimmediately so that we can ensure cover is still appropriate. If you fail to report claims promptly, orany circumstances which may lead to a claim, it may affect your ability to obtain a settlement.

Cancellation RightsIf your cover doesn’t meet your requirements, please let Roadmark Travel Ltd know within 14 daysof receiving your policy document and return all your documents for a refund of your premium.Any premium already paid will be refunded to You providing you have not travelled, no claim hasbeen made or is intended to be made and no incident likely to give rise to a claim has occurred.

ClaimsFull details of how to make a claim and how to appeal should your claim not be successful can befound in the policy document.

ComplaintsShould you have a complaint about the sale of your travel insurance policy, please contact Arthur J.Gallagher Insurance Brokers Ltd, 6th Floor, Temple Circus House, Temple Way, Bristol BS1 6HG.For Complaints regarding claims, please contact Customer Services Manager, Travel ClaimsFacilities, PO Box 420, Tonbridge, Kent TN9 9DE. Should you remain unhappy with our final reply,you may have the right to refer your complaint to The Financial Ombudsman Service, ExchangeTower, London E14 9SR. Opening times are Monday to Friday – 8am to 8pm and Saturday – 9am to1pm. Their telephone number 0800 023 4 567 and calls to this number are normally free for peopleringing from a “fixed line” phone – but charges may apply if you call from a mobile phone. 0300123 9 123 calls to this number are charged at the same rate as 01 or 02 numbers on mobile phonetariffs. These numbers may not be available from outside the UK – so please call us from abroad on+44 20 7964 0500.

Financial Services Compensation SchemeWe are covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS). You may be entitled tocompensation from the scheme if we cannot meet our obligations. This depends on the type ofbusiness and the circumstances of the claim. Insurance advising and arranging is covered for 90%of the claim, with no upper limit. Further information is available from the FSCS.

Hi Roadmark. Just wanted to say what a fabulous trip we

had to Norway. Thank you so much for organising this holiday,

which has to be the best yet we have been on. Thanks also

to David and Chris for driving us around safely, they did a

magnificent job

The Fabulous Fjords June 2015

I arrived home yesterday from a most enjoyable stay in

Sidmouth. The Hotel exceeded my expectations; the

itinerary was first class, as was the mystery venue for a

wonderful lunch at Bickleigh Mill. Our driver Darren was

absolutely great. He could not have been more helpful or

thoughtful. Nothing was too much trouble

Sidmouth for Singles February 2015

Returned yesterday from the holiday to Austria

with Peter and Julia and wanted to say how much I

enjoyed my first foreign holiday with Roadmark.

They made the long journey really enjoyable with

comfort breaks, tea and coffee and quizzes to keep

us amused. Must admit it was really comfortable

on the coach as it was not full which meant I and

three friends had double seats to ourselves near

the back where we could stretch out when we

wanted a snooze

The Bohemian Triangle August 2015

Editor’s note: We cannot guarantee

that there will be spare seats for a

snooze – in fact most of our

holidays operate with a full coach

Just a few lines to say how much I enjoyed the holiday.

I was overawed by the grandeur and contrasts of the scenery.

The train and tram journeys were all wonderful. The Hotel was

very comfortable, the food excellent and the staff very friendly

and helpful. David and Kate were the icing on the cake, making

sure we had everything we needed, and David must be

congratulated on his driving with the tortuous roads and passing

other traffic. Thank you again for a marvellous holiday and I look

forward to joining you again in October

Railways and Tramways of North Wales August 2015

ROADMARK TRAVEL LTDStockbury House, Church Street, Storrington, Pulborough RH20 4LA

01903 741233mail: [email protected]

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