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Belvoir Castle & Rutland Water overnight

A weekend to enjoy Oakham - the county town of Rutland, with a cruise on the Rutland Belle and a visit to Belvoir Castle.

Duration: 2 Days
3 departures between 08/05/2026 and 18/09/2026
Brecon Mountain Railway

Travel in one of the all-weather observation coaches behind a vintage steam locomotive through beautiful scenery into the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Date: 22/04/2026
Brownsea Island Poole - National Trust

There is plenty to discover here on Brownsea Island and at a mile long and just under a mile wide, a walk around the island is easily manageable. Home to red squirrels and scouting.

2 departures on 17/03/2026 and 11/04/2026
Cardiff Cruising and Gwili Railway Wales overnight

A weekend to enjoy an overnight break in South Wales staying overnight in Camarthen. With a visit to Cardiff Bay with a delightful cruise and a scenic ride on teh Gwili Railway through breathtaking scenery.

Duration: 2 Days
5 departures between 09/05/2026 and 24/10/2026
Chepstow & Dean Forest Railway with cream tea GOLD

Time enroute to explore Chepstow then on to the Forest of Dean Railway. During your return trip you will be served a cream tea on board.

Date: 22/03/2026
Dartmoor Otters & Butterflies and free time

The Butterfly House is a specially designed and maintained exhibition of living exotic butterflies and moths, where visitors can enjoy direct contact, plus excellent opportunities to see and enjoy the otters.

2 departures on 17/02/2026 and 23/04/2026
Dartmouth Ferry & Return Steam Railway to Paignton

Travel across on the passenger ferry from Dartmouth and join the steam railway from Kingswear to Paignton, then explore Paignton before heading back. Sit back and enjoy the trip as you pass the historic places and unsurpassed scenery.

Date: 01/04/2026
Dartmouth Steam Railway Paignton to Kingswear

Travel on the steam railway from Paignton to Kingswear, then cross on the passenger ferry to explore Dartmouth. Sit back and enjoy the trip as you pass the historic places and unsurpassed scenery.

Date: 15/04/2026
Exbury Gardens - Hampshire GOLD

A spectacular 200 acre woodland garden on the east bank of the Beaulieu River, listed amongst the top Gardens in England to visit by readers of BBC Gardeners World Magazine.

Date: 08/04/2026
Exbury Gardens, Hampshire with steam railway

There are over 20 miles of pathways, three woods and parkland to explore, and surprises lying await behind every corner where a superb railway runs along and through the gorgeous gardens.

Date: 19/05/2026
Exeter Canal Cruise to Exmouth with cream tea

Sail the oldest working shipping canal in Europe from Exeter to Exmouth for 2 hours 30 minutes with a cream tea served onboard as you enjoy the tranquility and scenery.

3 departures between 11/05/2026 and 21/09/2026
Exmouth for the day

History comes to life in Exmouth, the town being the first coastal resort in Devon. Lady Nelson, Shelly and Byron are just some of the famous names that are connected to here.

2 departures on 07/04/2026 and 21/06/2026
Exmouth for the day by GOLD coach

History comes to life in Exmouth, the town being the first coastal resort in Devon. Lady Nelson, Shelly and Byron are just some of the famous names that are connected to here.

Date: 15/03/2026
Exmouth River Cruise GOLD with cream tea

This departure sailig from Exmouth Marina includes a Cream Tea, sailing down the Exe River with Stuart line Cruises taking in the sights including Cockwood, Starcross and Powderham Castle.

Date: 15/03/2026
Exmouth River Cruise with pasty and pint

This departure on Fathers Day includes a Pasty and a Pint for dad! Sailing down the Exe River with Stuart line Cruises taking in the sights including Cockwood, Starcross and Powderham Castle.

Date: 21/06/2026
Greenway House - National Trust

Agatha Christie loved nothing better than escaping with her family to Greenway, their Devon holiday home.

Date: 01/04/2026
London - Little Venice Canal Cruise GOLD Coach

Cruise along the historic Regents Canal as it slips quietly along the green and leafy fringes of Regents Park through to Camden.

Date: 11/04/2026
London - London Eye &/or cruise

At a height of 135m discover a new way of seeing the nations capital when you take a flight on the London Eye. Plus add a 40 minute sightseeing Thames river cruise for a great day out.

2 departures on 18/03/2026 and 15/04/2026
London - London Eye &/or cruise GOLD

At a height of 135m discover a new way of seeing the nations capital when you take a flight on the London Eye. Plus add a 40 minute sightseeing Thames river cruise for a great day out.

2 departures on 14/02/2026 and 01/03/2026
Plymouth and harbour cruise

A vibrant waterfront city with exciting new cruise which brings the Mayflower story to life which set sail for America in 1620. Full commentary as you cross Plymouth Sound and along the River Tamar, taking in spectacular views of Plymouth Hoe and Drakes Island, heading for the Royal Naval Dockyard,.

2 departures on 19/02/2026 and 04/04/2026
Plymouth and Torquay overnight

This overnight break includes a scenic cruise of Plymouth harbour and a visit with a guided tour of Kents Cavern, Torquay followed by a cream tea.

Duration: 2 Days
5 departures between 01/05/2026 and 23/10/2026
Plymouth for the day

Whether it’s eating freshly caught seafood in a waterfront restaurant or enjoying the sunshine on the Hoe, each area of Plymouth has lots to offer visitors. Visit The Box a brand new gallery and museum.

2 departures on 19/02/2026 and 04/04/2026
Portsmouth Dockyard all attractions GOLD Coach

Situated within a working Naval Base, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is home to a collection of fantastic attractions, historic ships and museums. It is the only place in the world to see the Royal Navy past, present and future.

Date: 04/04/2026
Portsmouth with 50 minute harbour cruise GOLD

Free time to explore hhistoric Portsmouth with a 50-minute harbour cruise from Gunwharf Quay to view the warships past and present.

Date: 04/04/2026
Seaton & Seaton Tramway

Enjoy a day at Seaton plus a ride on the Seaton Tramway for 3 miles of unspoilt countryside along the beautiful Axe Valley to Colyton.

Date: 24/04/2026
South Devon Railway

Runs for seven miles from Buckfastleigh to Totnes in South Devon along the stunning valley of the river Dart. The journey takes you through beautiful, unspoilt countryside rich in wildlife and well away from roads.

2 departures on 17/02/2026 and 23/04/2026
Stratford upon Avon & River Cruise

Time to stroll around this Shakespearian town, the birthplace of William Shakespeare and take a relaxing sightseeing 45 minute cruise.

Date: 11/04/2026
West Somerset Railway return journey from Minehead

Runs for twenty miles from Minehead to Bishops Lydeard in West Somerset along the coast through beautiful countryside.

Date: 28/04/2026
York Ramble through the Shambles 3 day break

A three day break with two nights dinner bed and breakfast to explore the grandeur of Georgian historic York with a visit to The Chocolate Story and a cruise on the River Ouse.

Duration: 3 Days
2 departures on 17/04/2026 and 04/09/2026

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