May 2026
BAKEWELL, DERBYSHIRE
MONDAY 11th May 2026
Bakewell is a market town and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales district of Derbyshire, England, known for Bakewell pudding. It lies on the River Wye, 15 miles south-west of Sheffield. It is the largest settlement and only town within the boundaries of the Peak District National Park. Bakewell Market Day is primarily every Monday in the town centre (Market Place & Granby Road) with general stalls, plus a monthly Farmers' Market on the last Saturday at the Agricultural Business Centre, offering local produce and crafts. The Monday market is a large, traditional event with diverse goods like clothes, food, and gifts, while the Farmers' Market focuses on local producers. Both markets attract many visitors to the Peak District town.
COST: Coach fare only £31.30 (Incl.gratuity) per person
BOOK BY: 30th April 2026
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June 2026
SKEGNESS, LINCOLNSHIRE
Thursday 11th June 2026
Skegness is a seaside town and civil parish in the East Lindsey District of Lincolnshire, England. On the Lincolnshire coast of the North Sea, the town is 43 miles east of Lincoln and 22 miles north-east of Boston. With a population of 21,128 as of 2021, it is the largest settlement in East Lindsey.
Skegness has very nice parts, especially its wide, sandy beaches, the peaceful Tower Gardens, and the natural beauty of Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve, offering quieter retreats alongside the lively traditional seaside attractions like the Pier and arcades. Many visitors find enjoyable, clean sections of the beach and nearby areas, while others appreciate the bustling atmosphere and amenities, so it offers a mix for different preferences.
COST: Coach fare only £30.30(Incl. gratuity) per person
BOOK BY: 5th June 2026
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July 2026
DEREHAM & MID NORFOLK RAILWAY
Friday 24th July 2026
Dereham Market is held twice weekly, on a Tuesday and Friday, in the Market Place and Church Street.
Dereham is famous as a historic Norfolk market town known for its significant figures like poet William Cowper and architect G.J. Skipper, its connection to the Mid-Norfolk Railway, its traditional industries (like Hobbies tools and Cranes trailers), and attractions like Dereham Windmill and Bishop Bonner’s Cottage Museum. It’s also recognized for its lively market, the Dereham Blues Festival, and being the birthplace of singer-songwriter Beth Orton.
Mid Norfolk Railway
East Anglia’s longest heritage railway operating between Dereham and Wymondham (11.5 miles). Dereham Station houses displays of railway memorabilia, a shop and buffet.
Dereham Railway Station is located in the Heart of Norfolk and offers a beautifully restored heritage railway station with a tearoom, museum and gift shop. The season runs from March through to October with regular Steam and Diesel hauled services between Dereham and Wymondham Abbey. example Steam & Diesel Galas, Whether you’re a history buff, a train enthusiast, or simply looking for an exciting family day out, the MNR offers a delightful blend of nostalgia, fun and scenic beauty.
COST : Train ticket £15.00 + coach fare £31.60 per person
BOOK BY: June 30th 2026
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August 2026
BLENHIEM PALACE
Wednesday 19th August 2026
Blenheim Palace, in Oxfordshire, was designed by John Vanbrugh. The English nation presented the site to John Churchill, first Duke of Marlborough, in recognition of his victory in 1704 over French and Bavarian troops, a victory which decided the future of the Empire and, in doing so, made him a figure of international importance. The Palace sits within a large walled landscape park, the structure by Vanbrugh overlaid by the designs of Lancelot “Capability” Brown from 1761 onwards.
The design and building of the Palace between 1705 and 1722 represented the beginning of a new style of architecture and its landscaped Park, designed by Lancelot “Capability” Brown, is considered “a naturalistic Versailles”.
In tangible form, Blenheim is an outstanding example of the work of John Vanbrugh and Nicholas Hawksmoor, two of England’s most notable architects. It represents a unique architectural achievement celebrating the triumph of the English armies over the French, and the Palace and its associated Park have exerted great influence on the English Romantic movement which was characterised by the eclecticism of its inspiration, its return to natural sources and its love of nature.
The original landscape set out by John Vanbrugh, who regulated the course of the River Glyme, was later modified by Lancelot “Capability” Brown who created two lakes, seen as one of the greatest examples of naturalistic landscape design.
Blenheim Palace was built by the nation to honour one of its heroes John Churchill, the first Duke of Marlborough, and is also closely associated with Sir Winston Churchill.
COST: Entry fee £29.50 + coach fare £26.90(Incl gratuity) making a total of £56.40 per person
BOOK BY: 31st July 2026
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September 2026
GRIMSTHORPE CASTLE & GARDENS
Thursday 17th September 2026
Grimsthorpe Castle rises majestically above its sweeping parkland, an enduring and monumental presence, hewn from the golden limestone of local quarries.
An unexpected marriage of architectural styles, the quirkiness of the Tudor south façade is contrasted by the Baroque splendour of the principal north front, the final masterpiece of Sir John Vanbrugh, architect of Blenheim Palace and Castle Howard. In 1516 Grimsthorpe and its lands were presented by Henry VIII as a wedding gift to William, 11th Lord Willoughby de Eresby and his Spanish bride, Maria de Salinas, lady-in-waiting and confidante of Henry’s Queen, Katherine of Aragon. Through many different titles bestowed upon their descendants over the last five hundred years – the Duchess of Suffolk, the Earls and Marquesses of Lindsey, the Dukes of Ancaster and Kesteven, the Barons Gwydir and Aveland and the Earls of Ancaster – the ownership of Grimsthorpe has remained in successive generations of the same family united under one ancient title, the Barony of Willoughby de Eresby.
This long and continuous occupation by the Willoughbys is reflected in the remarkable collection of art and furnishings to be found in the house today: an eloquent record of the characters and fortunes of a powerful and influential dynasty over half a millennium.
The Willoughby de Eresby family is one of three in England who still fulfill the hereditary office of Lord Great Chamberlain, the Monarch’s representative at the Palace of Westminster. Due to this role, Grimsthorpe houses one of the largest collections of royal thrones and furnishings outside the Royal Palace.
The Vanbrugh Hall, the Chinese Drawing Room and the Chapel are on the ground floor of the Castle and are easily accessible. Access to and from rooms on the first floor is by two flights of stairs. There is a ‘virtual’ tour of the State rooms that can be watched on our laptop for those unable to gain access to the first floors.
COST: Entry Fee £15.00 + Coach fare £26.50 making a total of £41.50 per person
BOOK BY: 31st August 2026
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October 2026
WEDGEWOOD FACTORY FOR A TOUR & AFTERNOON TEA
Wednesday 7th October 2026
A day trip to the Wedgewood factory for a tour and afternoon tea. Join us on a tour of the Wedgwood Factory for a behind-the-scenes experience where we reveal how Wedgwood is designed, created and crafted.
This is the place to discover the craftsmanship of our famous jasperware, a unique invention by Josiah Wedgwood I. Marvel at the extraordinary skills of our talented workers who cast, glaze, decorate and gild in our original 1940s working factory. Also after the tour there will be afternoon tea served.
COST: Tour & Afternoon tea £36.00 + coach fare £27.60 (incl. gratuity) making a total of £63.60 per person
BOOK BY: 11th September 2026
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NOVEMBER
TO BE ANNOUNCED AT A LATER DATE.
DECEMBER
PART DAY/EVENING TRIP
WISLEY GARDENS FOR THE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
Monday 14th December 2026
Experience the magic of the festive season at the magical RHS Glow 2026 at Wisley. Located in Surrey, this event sees the Royal Horticultural Society's Wisely garden transformed with an array of festive illuminations and enchanting features.
Set to deliver whimsical moments this Christmas, the experience takes you along an exciting trail of colour, light and music, bringing the garden's tropical plants to life. Fun for the whole family, RHS Wisely Glow 2026 is ideal for adding some extra sparkle to the festive season.
COST: Entry Fee TBA + coach fare £21.90
BOOK BY 2nd November 2026
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