Coach tours would not be a success story if they had no where special to go! That is why operators of some of the UK and Europe 's major visitor attractions are also keen supporters and members of the Coach Tourism Council. Blackpool Pleasure Beach and London Zoo are two famous destinations popular with coach tours but so too are such diverse attractions as the Eden Project in Cornwall, Kew Gardens, Shakespeare's Globe, Drayton Manor theme park and West Midland Safari Park.
For their part the major organisations charged with protecting our national heritage, English Heritage, The National Trust, Historic Royal Palaces, The Royal Collection, Imperial War Museum, the National Maritime Museum, Warwick Castl;e and The Royal Pavilion Brighton are also CTC members who welcome tens of thousands of coach passengers annually. Equally keen to welcome coaches who bring millions of people to their countries each year are Tourist Boards such as VisitEngland, VisitScotland, Visit Wales, Tourism Ireland , the French and Austrian Tourist Offices and regional tourist boards in the UK and abroad.
Famous restaurants such as Hard Rock Café and Chez Gerard, also welcome coach groups.
Historic Royal Palaces is the independent charity that looks after the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, the Banqueting House, Kensington Palace and Kew Palace. It also helps everyone explore the story of how monarchs and people have shaped society, in some of the greatest palaces ever built
Wales Official Tourist Guides provide the only tourist guides approved by the Wales Tourist Board. They are your ideal partners in bringing the countryside, character and culture of Wales to life, ensuring that your clients get the best experience from their visit. We currently offer a free service on selected itineraries to operators visiting Wales for the first time, with a group of more than 12 passengers.
Belvoir Castle, the Leicestershire home of the Duke of Rutland, contains one of the fineest collections of fine art in a private collection. A Castle in the grand style commanding magnificent views over the surrounding countryside. Beautiful formal gardens containing 17th century statues. Regular Sunday events including jousting and re-enactments.
The aim of the Austria National Tourist Office is to connect professionals from the UK coach and travel trade with Austrian tourism suppliers through a variety of channels including online information, trade shows and press events.
Ascot Racecourse is an ideal venue for a group day out. Steeped in tradition and history there are over 20 race days to choose from including world famopus Roayl Ascot, beer festivals, music concerts and family days. Generous group discounts and free coach parking offered on many race days, as well a free entry for children.
McArthurGlen Designer Outlets are the premier outlet shopping destinations within the UK, selling prestigious labels reduced by up to 50%. We have seven centres located in Ashford, Bridgend, Cheshire Oaks, East Midlands, Livingston, Swindon and York who cater for groups with dedicated coach parking and special group discounts.
Warwick Castle is Britain’s greatest medieval experience with fantastic themed attractions and a year-round programme of interactive entertainment. Highlights for 2008 include the world’s biggest siege machine, thrilling jousting tournaments, breathtaking birds of prey, daredevil knights, a new fully immersive experience – Dream of Battle – and a magical winter and Christmas event. Warwick Castle guarantees a mighty day of medieval fun.
England’s East Midlands offers a great choice for groups. From stately homes and gardens to literature and legends, movie trails to Royal connections. We can supply you with suggested itineraries, images and all the contacts you need to develop your perfect group tour.
Explore England’s historic attractions and turn your daytrip into a fascinating memory! Whatever your interest; English Heritage has a property to match; from Stonehenge to Roman villas, magnificent castles and stately houses and gardens. Generous group discounts apply at all sites and the coach drive always goes for free. Visit our award-winning website for great ideas and to sign up for our free bimonthly e-newsletter.
Oswaldtwistle Mills offers a fascinating range of facilities and shopping for the group visitor. The three coffee shops, plus the ‘Crumbly Cheese Deli’, the ‘Olde Sausage Shop’, Stockleys Sweet Factory, Mr Bubbles Play Centre, plus a wide range of itineraries and meal options make a visit a fabulous day out.
Eden is the gateway into the fascinating world of plants and people and a vibrant reminder of how we need each other for our mutual survival. A unique regeneration project which transformed an old china clay pit into a global garden and home to the biggest greenhouses ever built. With a series of seasonal events you can be sure that there will always be something new to see.
The Royal Pavilion, Brighton Museum & Art Gallery and Preston Manor offer a great day out in Brighton for groups. The Royal Pavilion, built as King George IV’s pleasure palace when Brighton was the heart of fashionable Regency society, has been restored to its original 1823 splendour with Indian architecture contrasted with interiors inspired by China. Refreshment packages are available for groups in the excellent Royal Pavilion tearoom. Brighton Museum & Art Gallery houses nationally and locally important collections including fine art, 20th century art and design, world art, local history, fashion and style gallery and body gallery. Preston Manor is a delightful old Manor House evoking the atmosphere of an Edwardian gentry house both 'upstairs' and 'downstairs'.
The Royal Yacht Britannia, Edinburgh is a unique 5-satr visitor experience and VisitScotlands’s highest rated visitor attraction. For over 40 years the Royal Yacht sailed over one million miles on nearly a thousand official visits for the British Royal Family. Now berthed in Edinburgh’s historic port of Leith, Britannia is a fascinating visitor attraction and also one of the UK’s most prestigious corporate event venues. The captivating handset tour takes visitors round five decks at a leisurely pace and is a rare glimpse into the public and private lives of the British Royal Family.
Amsterdam Historical Museum is part of a network of five museums which explore the rich history of Amsterdam, ranging from archaelogical finds to works of art to photos and film material from the modern era including Ajax football club. Visit our websites to find out more about each of the museums and how to book group visits.
Brogdale Farm is the Home of the National Fruit Collections, the largest collection of fruit trees and plants in the world. Over 2,200 different varieties of apple, 550 of pear, 350 of plum, 320 of cherry and smaller collections of bush fruits, nuts and grapes are grown in 150 acres of beautiful orchards. Guided tours on foot daily from April – 1st week of November, Tuesday - Sunday inclusive. Group visits can be arranged for 10 or more people over 7 days per week. A tractor trailer tour can also be arranged for those less able or just wishing to enjoy the experience! Festivals are held 3 times per year to celebrate the fruit in season.
The Market Place at Brogdale Farm, offers stress free shopping, with fresh produce such as a butcher, grocer, deli, a plant centre, gift shops and flowers. There is also a newly refurbished café suitable for groups offering a range of home cooked local produce as well as full meals and cream teas.
Enjoy wonderful group days out with the National Trust. Plan ahead with the Groups Guide and discover Britain’s biggest conservation charity. Explore historic houses and glorious gardens across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Or for that extra-special visit book a Special Interest Tour; from discovering life behind the scenes to exclusive garden tours - you’re in for a memorable visit.
A prestigious group of quality attractions and visitor centres ideally situated throughout Britain. Excellent shopping opportunities including cashmere, knitwear, clothing and gifts at value for money prices. Restaurants and coffee shops offer delicious home-baked regional recipes. Free membership of Simply the Best Travel Club with many benefits.
FREE TOUR PLANNING, PROGRAMMING SERVICE. Assistance provided in sourcing ground handlers, compiling itineraries, arranging familiarisation visits, connecting you to accommodation providers. Tours to Celtic, roman sites, medieval castles, Cardiff Capital of Wales. Walking, golf, unusual themed luxury breaks, water sport activities. Visit quaint villages, industrial heritage sites, international entertainment centres and lots more.
The world famous Globe theatre is dedicated to the experience and
understanding of Shakespeare in performance. Located on London’s Bankside,
it shares the discoveries it makes with people of all ages and nationalities
through a diverse education programme, an acclaimed theatre and a renowned
visitor experience and guided tour, open all year-round.
Hard Rock Cafe London has been standing on old Park Lane since 1971 and is the personal choice for groups of all ages around the globe - great American food delivered with passion, surrounded by rock memorabilia, amplified by music and videos – where else in the world should you take your next group! Hard Rock Cafes can also be found in Manchester, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Dublin
Visit Beaulieu and the world-famous National Motor Museum with a new exhibition for 2008 – The Art of Custom. Enjoy Palace House, the Montagu family home, and historic 13th century Beaulieu Abbey. Beautiful grounds and gardens, Rides & Drives for all the family, plus the James Bond Experience.
VisitScotland, is the national tourism agency and as the lead public sector agency has a strategic role to provide leadership and direction to the Scottish tourism industry in order to get the maximum economic benefit for Scotland. It exists to support the development of the tourism industry in Scotland and to market Scotland as a quality destination.
Meet life on earth face to face right in the heart of the capital at ZSL London Zoo, set in leafy Regent’s Park amid heritage-listed buildings. Embark on a wild adventure across beautiful English countryside and see animals such as elephants and rhinos in huge enclosures at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo.
Canterbury Cathedral is one of the country’s most visited visitor destinations and offers a wide range of facilities, from guided tours to special interest ’behind scenes’ tours to Archives/Library/Conservation Studios. Stunning medieval stained glass windows depict miracles said to have taken places after the murder of Thomas Becket.
Wicksteed Park is set in 147 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes and is one of the first leisure parks in the country. With over 309 differerent rides and attractions, there is something for all ages. New for 2009 is a frantastic daytime show called ‘The Way We Were’ – a nostalgic musical journey through the 1950s and 1960s held in the Wicksteed Paviliuon. Regular evening entertainment also takes place including tribute nights and barn dances. The Pavilion is also available for hire for weddings, conferences and other private events.
Visit Kent is responsible for promoting Kent as an attractive destination for holidays and events and enhancing the tourism industry, its infrastructure and product base in Kent.
Company:
Great Yorkshire Show
Town:
Great Yorkshire Showground
County:
Harrogate
Tel:
01423 546218
The 152nd Great Yorkshire Show, organised by the Yorkshire Agricultural Society, takes place from Tuesday to Thursday, 13-15 July 2010 in Harrogate when moiré than 130,000 visitors are expected to come through the gates. The annual faming and countryside showcase is now the premier agricultural show in England. Attractions for 2010 include Bolddog Lings Motorcycle Display Team; top class show jumping and equine classes; competitive classes for livestock, including cattle, pigs and sheep; food hall with the region’s best food and drink plus hundreds of stands for plenty of shopping. Discounted tickets are available for coach operators and groups along with the flexibility of sale or return.
The official Tourist Board for the Peak District and Derbyshire. Includes
domestic, overseas and travel trade marketing, business support and events.
Enquiries welcome from coach and tour operators. The area offers a wealth of
historic houses, heritage attractions. And pretty towns and villages in
stunning countryside. List of well dressing dates available and help with
planning itineraries.
700 years of history for groups to explore and enjoy at the13th century castle, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn. 30 acres of classical and natural landscape, the Edwardian gardens include Tudor , Italian and Rose gardens, 38 acre lake with rowing boats, yew and water mazes (open April-October), miniature model houses, adventure playground.
An exciting programme of events including Henry VIII’s Summer Pageant with the jousting ‘Knights of Royal England’ and Rose & Herb Week, and a ‘Taste of the Garden’.Wonderful newly refurbished Pavilion Restaurant. Pre-booked lunches and teas. Private guided tours available. Inspiring gifts in the Hever and Courtyard shops. Coach park, complimentary meal voucher for driver and courier.
Castle opens from 3 March – 2 January check for open times Gardens open 11am; Castle opens 12 noon; Last admissions 5pm. Grounds close 6pm
Brogdale Farm is the Home of the National Fruit Collections, the largest collection of fruit trees and plants in the world. Over 2,200 different varieties of apple, 550 of pear, 350 of plum, 320 of cherry and smaller collections of bush fruits, nuts and grapes are grown in 150 acres of beautiful orchards. Guided tours on foot daily from April – 1st week of November, Tuesday - Sunday inclusive. Group visits can be arranged for 10 or more people over 7 days per week. A tractor trailer tour can also be arranged for those less able or just wishing to enjoy the experience! Festivals are held 3 times per year to celebrate the fruit in season.
The Market Place at Brogdale Farm, offers stress free shopping, with fresh produce such as a butcher, grocer, deli, a plant centre, gift shops and flowers. There is also a newly refurbished café suitable for groups offering a range of home cooked local produce as well as full meals and cream teas.
'Newmarket Racecourses - The Home of Racing'
Newmarket provides two very distinct racecourses. The Rowley Mile hosts top class fixtures throughout the spring and autumn, 19 racedays will be run on the most historic stretch of turf in the entire world of sport, including the StanJames.com Guineas Festival and Champions Day. The magic of summer in Newmarket brings 19 racedays to the beautiful July course – eight Saturday afternoons with quality racing, seven unforgettable Newmarket Nights and three glamorous days of the Newmarket July Festival. Group discounts of up to 50 per cent are available.
Derbyshire’s oldest tourist attraction, the Heights of Abraham is a unique Hilltop Park, reached using the country’s most up to date cable cars. Pay just one price and once you are at the summit enjoy exciting underground tours of two spectacular Show Caverns as well as exhibitions, shops, play areas, picnic spots, café and Summit Bar all with stunning views across the surrounding Peak District.
Situated on the sunny South Coast of England, Bournemouth is a year-round cosmopolitan resort. Great shops, delicious cafes and restaurants just minutes from miles of award-winning beaches and gardens, Bournemouth also offers fabulous entertainment, nightlife and attractions.
Bateaux London is the capital's leading restaurant cruise provider. Uniquely combining stunning river views of London with great food, freshly prepared onboard, creating the most magical experience that shouldn't be missed.
Medway the most coach friendly destination in the world is situated midway between London and the Channel Ports and is famous for its literary connections to the Victorian novelist Charles Dickens. Visit Historic Rochester with its cathedral, castles, antiques and speciality shops. It’s ideal place to visit on a mealstop en-route to London or the continent.
The only way to see London is from the Thames. City Cruises offers sightseeing, dining, entertainment and charter services. - Hop on, hop off sightseeing between four major destinations - The London Showboat fun dinner cruise, - Charter fleet of boats - The permanently moored Restaurant Ship Hispaniola.
Welcome to White Cliffs Country, Kent’s friendliest group travel destination with free coach parking!
White Cliffs Country has more historic sites, attractions and museums than any other coastal region in the UK, all of them will make your stay here memorable.
The Royal Collection manages the public opening of the official residences of The Queen, including Buckingham, Palace, The Royal Mews, Windsor Castle, Frogmore House, the Palace of Holyroodhouse and The Queen’s Galleries. It is also responsible for the Royal Collection, one of the world’s greatest art collections.
Go wild on a fantastic day out to West Midland Safari and Leisure Park and come face to face with the first ever WHITE LION cubs born in the UK on our four mile all-weather safari drive. The Leisure Area is packed with a variety of family fun rides.
The Imperial War Musuem is the museum of everyone’s story: the history of modern war and people’s experience of war and wartime life in Britain and the Commonwealth. The Museum’s five branches include Imperial War Museum London, HMS Belfast, the Churchill Museum and Cabinet War Rooms, Imperial War Museum Duxford and Imperial War Museum North in Manchester
Cologne, the experience city on the Rhine, offers a wonderful cultural life, trade fairs, congresses and events. Cologne is always the showplace for something new. Cologne Tourist Board provides advice, assistance and answers on anything related to travel to Cologne. Tourist Office services include hotel bookings, advertising material and guided city tours.
Holiday on Ice ids the global market leader in ice entertainment, with world-class skating, stunning choreography and exquisite costumes. Guinness World Records has officially recognised Holiday on Ice as the World’s Most Visited Show. Take advantage of some great group offers and join the 320 million visiotrrs across the world as Holiday on Ice celebrates 65 years of unrivalled ice entertainment.
1,000 years of history, 500 acres of parkland, woodland walks and formal gardens, an aviary and duckery, falconry displays, maze and grotto, dog collar museum, vineyard, golf course, shopping, restaurants, adventure playground, craft café, Go-Ape and a Hi-Flyer can all be found at Leeds Castle, just one hour from London. Excellent group discounts.
Breathtaking rides, spectacular shows The entertainment adventure capital with an amazing 145 rides and attractions Home of adrenaline packed rides including The Big One, Spin Doctor, Valhalla and Bling. A vast selection of rides for the whole family, Beaver Creek Theme Park for children. Award winning shows - Hot Ice, the ice skating spectacular; Eclipse circus musical; Mystique, a cabaret of magic and illusion Relax in luxury and style at the Big Blue Hotel - new club wing now open. Check out our website for special offers 2006 opening: weekends from 18th February, then daily from 7th April to 5th November 2006
The elegance, history and variety of Greenwich make it a superb destination for coach groups. The free National Maritime Museum has a reputation for excellent exhibitions about exploration, and displays Nelson’s uniform. The Greenwich Meridian line celebrates 125 years as the centre of world time. The Peter Harrison Planetarium (admission charge) has hourly astronomy shows. The museum’s fine art collection is found in the Queen’s House. Day visits are easily combined with a trip to the O2, a river cruise or a show at Greenwich Theatre. Six miles from the West End. Notification by e-mail of group visits appreciated.
The GNTO plans, coordinates and implements sales and marketing activities for travel destinations in Germany.. The travel industry is supported by Germany workshops, product training, study trips and dedicated mailings and constant updates on Germany. 2010 marketing themes include Creative Germany, Oberammergau Passion Play 2010, 200 years of Oktoberfest, RUHR 2010 European Capital of Culture and 300 years of Porcelain.
Continuum operates five successful UK tourist attractions offering a totally
unique experience in some of the country's most beautiful cities. Each of
Continuum's attractions offers discounted group rates, bulk buyer
preferential discounts, group packages, yearly event programmes and coach
driver incentives. Groups can travel with Chaucer through The Canterbury
Tales in Canterbury; discover 1000 years of hidden history at Oxford Castle
- Unlocked in Oxford; view the south coast from the 170 metre Spinnaker
Tower in Portsmouth; explore the secrets of underground Edinburgh at The
Real Mary King''s Close or learn about Kent's rural heritage at Kent Life in
Maidstone
The group travel team is a department dedicated to working with coach and tour operators via exhibitions and regular communications to ensure they are aware of everything South East England has to offer to group visitors.
We at the Netherlands Tourist Board of Tourism are here to help you plan your group trips to Holland and recommend sights, attractions and events that should not be missed on your tours. For great itinerary tips, information on coach travel and parking, group accommodation, entertainment and all up coming events, visit the website or give the group travel team a call.
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