Day Excursions
The Valley Gardens & Royal Heritage Tour of the Great Park, Windsor
Tuesday May 7, 2024Having had such a successful visit to The Savill Garden in 2023, in 2024 we return, but this time for a guided walking tour of the Valley Gardens and a Royal Heritage tour of the Great Park by coach. Upon arrival at the Savill Garden Visitor Centre there will be time to use the facilities… [Read More]
Wey & Arun Canal Cruise with lunch @ The Sir Roger Tichborne, Billingshurst
Thursday May 9, 2024Following a very popular river cruise on the Wey and Arun Canal as one of our first trips after the pandemic, and, as we had such a waiting list at the time, I am pleased to offer a similar trip in the Spring of 2024. The Wey and Arun Junction Canal was built to provide… [Read More]
Thames River Cruise
Wednesday May 22, 202490-minute River Cruise with Afternoon Tea Having been approached by a local organisation to arrange a day excursion for them, I am pleased to be able to offer the following Springtime trip on the River Thames with Afternoon Tea for all of our group as well. Sit back, relax and enjoy a trip without any… [Read More]
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child – Parts I & II
Wednesday June 26, 2024I have to start by admitting I am no Harry Potter fan. I have never read any of the books or watched any of the films. I’m not a fan of ‘fantasy’. I did, however, get to see the plays a few months ago. As a piece of theatre, I was enthralled. I found it… [Read More]
RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival
Thursday July 4, 2024Organized by the Royal Horticultural Society, The RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival is one of the most popular events for gardening enthusiasts, being a bonanza of glorious gardens and fabulous flowers. Attracting around 130,000 visitors every year, it is the world’s largest annual flower show. The historic palace setting is no doubt part of its… [Read More]
Highclere Castle
Monday August 12, 2024With two sell out trips before the pandemic, I am pleased to be able to announce that we have secured tickets for Highclere Castle for 2024. One of England’s most beautiful Victorian castles set amidst 1,000 acres of spectacular parkland, demand was such that the previous trips sold out in days. Highclere has of course… [Read More]
Highgrove Gardens
Friday August 16, 2024I am thrilled to be able to announce that we have managed to secure a visit to Highgrove Gardens this year. Always a very special trip, our visit includes a private guided tour of the gardens and, as a special treat this year, the private guided tour is followed by a 2-course meal served in… [Read More]
Chichester Theatre Trip
Tuesday August 20, 2024Coach pick up, time to spend in Chichester, evening performance and return coach. This spectacular new production of Lionel Bart’s iconic musical has been fully reconceived especially for the Chichester Festival Theatre by director and choreographer Matthew Bourne and Cameron Mackintosh and promises to be one of the most unforgettable shows ever at the Festival Theatre. The orphaned Oliver escapes… [Read More]
Thames River Cruise
Sunday December 15, 20243 Course Festive Lunch with Live Music Entertainment Following very enjoyable Christmas lunch trips on the River Thames in the past, I have been asked by some if we could repeat the experience. I’m pleased to be able to present this year’s cruise and festive lunch, one Christmas meal you don’t have to cook yourself,… [Read More]