2023 Coach Holiday Brochure

Christmas at Scotney & Lights at Bedgebury

Canterbury Christmas Market & Festive Rochester FRIDAY 17TH – SUNDAY 19TH NOVEMBER £325pp A special festive weekend break visiting the Canterbury Christmas markets that are spectacularly overlooked by the city’s historic Cathedral. The tour also calls in the pretty postcard village of Chilham and the City of Rochester. Day 1 Following a collection from home we head to Polhill Garden Centre with time to explore and enjoy some lunch before continuing to our hotel in Chatham. Day 2 Our first visit this morning is to the lovely picture postcard village of Chilham. The village is situated on the former pilgrims route to Canterbury, now known as the Northdowns Way, and the many half timbered houses in the square were all part of the castle estate. The castle itself has been the location for TV films and programmes. After a short stay we continue to Canterbury, dominated by the magnificent Cathedral. The Christmas market is underway, where traders are lining the streets of Whitefriars, St Georges Street and Rose Lanes. Displaying festive food, drinks, crafts and gifts for you to browse amongst. Festively dressed entertainers are on hand to create a festive atmosphere Day 3 We depart after breakfast and make our way home pausing in Rochester, with its magnificent Cathedral and historic castle. Take a stroll along the High Street and explore the old town and cobbled streets.

TUESDAY 28TH – THURSDAY 30TH NOVEMBER

£389pp

Enjoy a charming day out in Kent with a visit to the delightful Scotney Castle, dressed for a traditional 1900s Christmas and an enchanting after-dark illuminated winter woodland walk at Bedgebury Pinetum. Day 1 Following a collection from home we head to Faversham, the oldest market town in Kent, bursting with history and located on a winding creek. We continue to our hotel with time to unpack before evening meal. Day 2 After a leisurely morning, we enjoy lunch at our hotel (instead of dinner) before departing for Scotney Castle. The lovely castle is dressed for a traditional Christmas, with presents under beautifully decorated trees, children’s toys and games on display, and the dining table set for a festive feast. We then head to Bedgebury Pinetum to embark on the mesmerising Light Trail. A one-mile path winds magically through the Pinetum, where the treetops glisten and shimmer as they are drenched in seasonal colour on this festive adventure. Day 3 After a leisurely breakfast, we make the short journey to the popular McArthur Glen Designer shopping outlet for a little retail therapy before returning home. AT A GLANCE ] Scotney Castle ] Bedgebury Pinetum Light Trail The Ashford International Hotel & Spa

AT A GLANCE ] Canterbury Christmas Market ] Rochester The Bridgewood Manor Hotel & Spa

The Ashford International Hotel & Spa is tucked away in idyllic Kent. All 179 bedrooms are stylishly decorated with modern furnishings and equipped with a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The restaurant uses locally grown British produce to provide a contemporary twist on traditional dishes. Guests can also enjoy a drink or two in the relaxed and informal setting of the hotel's bar. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and beauty rooms offer a variety of treatments (charges apply). www.ashfordhotel.co.uk

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The Bridgewood Manor Hotel & Spa, Chatham, is renowned for its fine food and service. Hotel facilities include Squires restaurant, open plan lounge and relaxing bar. Spa facilities include gym, swimming pool and sauna. Bedrooms are all en suite, and have television, hairdryer, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift. www.bridgewoodmanorhotel.com

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Half Board Single room supp:

Half Board Single room supp:

£27pp £26pp

£70pp £26pp

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