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APRILWed 3 Isle of Wight Tour 6Tue 9 Rye & Battle 6Thu 11 RAF Museum, London 6Wed 17 Bletchley Park 6Thu 18 Marwell Zoo 7Tue 23 Maidstone Market 7Wed 24 River Medway Cruise 7Thu 25 Kew Gardens 7Tue 30 Canterbury 8

MAYWed 1 Pashley Manor Tulip Festival 8Thu 2 Surrey & Hampshire Canal Cruise with cream tea 8Tue 7 Mystery Tour with lunch 8Wed 8 Royal Windsor 9Thu 9 Bath 9Tue 14 Leonardslee Gardens 9Wed 15 Bournemouth, Poole & Compton Acres 9Thu 16 The Savill Garden & Thames Cruise 10Tue 21 Oxford 10Wed 22 Hever Castle 10Thu 23 RHS Wisley 10Sun 26 Leeds Castle Medieval Jousting 11Wed 29 Monkey World 11

JUNEWed 5 Bourton-on-the-Water & Moreton-in-Marsh 11Tue 11 Blenheim Palace 11Thu 13 Kew Gardens 11Thu 20 Isle of Wight Tour 12Fri 21 Eltham Palace & Thames Cruise 12Tue 25 Bournemouth, Poole or Compton Acres 12Fri 28 Wey & Arun Canal with ploughman’s lunch 12

JULYWed 3 Henley-on-Thames 13Tue 9 Bath 13Wed 10 Canterbury 13Thu 11 Royal Windsor 13Tue 16 Rye & Battle 13Wed 17 River Medway Cruise 14Tue 23 Hever Castle 14Thu 25 Surrey & Hampshire Canal Cruise with cream tea 14Tue 30 Swanage Railway 14Wed 31 London Zoo 15

AUGUSTTue 6 Bletchley Park 15Thu 8 Bournemouth, Poole & Compton Acres 15Tue 13 Marwell Zoo 15Wed 14 Kew Gardens 15Tue 20 Monkey World 15Thu 22 Hampton Court 16Wed 28 Legoland 16Thu 29 Wey & Arun Canal with ploughman’s lunch 16

SEPTEMBERWed 4 Isle of Wight Tour 17Tue 10 Bath 17Thu 12 River Medway Cruise 17Tue 17 Rye & Battle 17Thu 19 Oxford 17Wed 25 Kew Gardens 18Thu 26 Canterbury 18

NOVEMBERSat 30 Bath Christmas Market 18

DECEMBERSun 8 Rochester Dickensian Christmas Festival 18

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Bletchley ParkWednesday 17 April

Seeing one of the Enigma Machines that

dramatically shortened the course of the Second World War and saved the world from an awful future is a highlight of the visit to this important place.

And discover brave tales of daring spies and strategic deception. There are both indoor and outdoor activities, so do wear sensible clothing and footwear.departure list B return about 8pm£42

Marwell ZooThursday 18 April

See over 250 species of animals from ants to giraffes in beautiful Hampshire parkland. A free road train stops off all round the park. There are talks and a selection of places to grab a bite to eat or quench your thirst.

The formal garden has three styles from the 16th and 17th centuries, and the Ark Gift Shop has everything from cuddly soft toys to Fairtrade gifts, locally made biscuits, prints, books, cards and toys.departure list G return about 6.45pm£40 adult | £37 child

Maidstone MarketTuesday 23 April

Having run for 700 years and with over 100 stalls, Maidstone market is the envy of many towns. Most stalls are comfortably under cover. The town itself is great for shopping and home to a museum and Bentlif Art Gallery, housed in a charming Elizabethan manor house.departure list B return about 6.30pm£25

River Medway Cruise Wednesday 24 April

After an hour to look round Maidstone we’ll be boarding one of the Kentish Lady boats to go on a lovely 3-hour cruise on the Medway, upriver through

Isle of Wight TourWednesday 3 April

The Isle of Wight is a bit like the South of England in miniature, with some spectacular coastlines and high chalk cliffs. On this tour we’ll cross over the Solent from Portsmouth and take in many of the island’s scenic delights, pretty villages and seaside towns, with stops for refreshments on the way. departure list E return about 8pm£43

Rye & BattleTuesday 9 April

Rye is a delightfully unspoilt town where twisting ancient streets climb up the hill to the old church and Ypres Tower, with far away views over Romney Marsh. There are interesting shops to browse round and excellent cafés and restaurants.

Battle with its abbey, where we head in the afternoon, built by the site of the Battle of Hastings of 1066, which changed the courseof English history. The local history museum has the oldest effigy of Guy Fawkes.departure list C return about 6.30pm

£24

RAF Museum London Thursday 11 April

Discover the story of the Royal Air Force. There’s a lot to see, from early aircraft through to the latest military fighters, plus interactive displays, artefacts and even a 3D cinema.

Stand in awe underneath a Eurofighter Typhoon, navigate through a mighty Sunderland Flying Boat and learn about the amazing heroes, heroines and trailblazers who have contributed so much to the development of flight and RAF.

Be touched by the bravery of pilots in ‘Our Finest Hour’ show. And for younger budding aeronauts there’s a gallery just for you.

departure list B return about 6.30pm

£27

Farleigh Lock and onwards to Teston Lock, then turning round to come back. Look out for kingfishers, herons, swans, geese and ducks.

Included is a picnic box. The bar serves a variety of drinks, hot beverages and snacks, and there are toilets on board. Regrettably, no-one under the age of 16 may travel on the boat.departure list A return about 6.30pm£48

Kew Gardens

Thursday 25 April

Kew has the world’s largest collection of living plants, is a World Heritage Site and leading centre of botanical research. Wander round, get lost in its hidden dells, take a treetop walk and discover exotic plants from around the world in huge Victorian and 20th-century glasshouses. departure list A return about 7pm£42

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Leonardslee GardensTuesday 14 May

A visit to Leonardslee Gardens is not to be missed. Dropping down into a deep valley, these impressive landscaped gardens with seven ponds and two glasshouses are a riot of colour, with a world-class collection of rhododendrons and azaleas and many species of trees. Look out for wallabies roaming wild in the gardens.

departure list D return about 4pm£27

Bournemouth, Poole or Compton AcresWednesday 15 May

Mile after mile of award-winning golden sandy beaches, stunning gardens, traffic-free shopping streets and a lively, cosmopolitan atmosphere make Bournemouth a great seaside resort.

Poole has a more relaxed atmosphere and a busy, historic quayside. Choose either, or spend time in one place and hop on a frequent local bus between them. Or take an open-top bus ride on the Sandbanks ferry to the Isle of Purbeck.

Or enjoy Compton Acres, one of the finest privately-owned gardens in England. Then relax in the café and tea rooms, browse the treasures in the gift shop or explore the plant centre.departure list F return about 8pm£28 ADMISSION EXTRA

Canterbury Tuesday 30 April

Although the soaring cathedral, with the site where Thomas Becket was murdered, is the city’s crowning glory, there’s still time to explore the main shopping streets and narrow medieval lanes of Canterbury too - do some shopping or find a café for a spot of lunch. departure list A return about 8pm£26

Pashley Manor Tulip FestivalWednesday 1 May

You’ll fall in love with this heavenly, English garden on the Sussex-Kent border with its sweeping herbaceous borders, historic walled gardens, kitchen garden and woodland paths.

Admire 112 varieties of tulips in spectacular displays, and get advice from Chelsea Gold Medal winners on hand to share their knowledge and take orders. The café serves delicious home-made food and

there are exhibitions and a shop.departure list D return about 6.30pm£37

Surrey & Hampshire Canal Cruise with cream teaThursday 2 May

On this trip you can enjoy a leisurely cruise with a cream tea on the scenic Surrey and Hampshire Canal. As the water gently laps the boat’s hull, you can observe all kinds of wildlife, plant-life and interesting canal-side features.

The boat is fully covered and there’s a toilet on board. There’s also a well-stocked

galley for extra refreshments, drinks, books, maps and souvenirs you

may want to buy. departure list Dreturn about 7.45pm £41

Mystery Tour with lunchTuesday 7 May

If you fancy taking pot luck and not knowing where you’re going until you’re on the way, try one of these. Of course, you’ll start off travelling through the Sussex countryside and there’ll be stops for coffee and lunch, but beyond that . . . departure list H return about 6.30pm £35

Royal WindsorWednesday 8 May

Windsor is lovely, with a great mix of shops and quaint side streets, all overlooked by the royal castle that’s stood there for 1,000 years. It’s the largest occupied castle in the world.

Ten monarchs are buried in St George’s Chapel.There are open-top bus tours, relaxing river tours and even amphibian Duck Bus tours to enjoy. All admissions and tours are extra.departure list A return about 6:30pm£28

BathThursday 9 May

This must be the finest Georgian city in the land, but it was the Romans who first discovered the hot springs here.

See those ancient Roman Baths, marvel at the splendid Abbey and wander through grand Georgian streets, and the elegant squares and crescents for which Bath is famous. The city is brimming with things to see, and there are interesting and unique shops to tempt you too.

Go on an open-top bus tour to see Bath from a new perspective (extra).departure list E return about 8.30pm£34

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The Savill Garden & Thames CruiseThursday 16 May

In the morning wander past exquisite herbaceous borders, hidden gardens, glades, dells and exotic woodland. There’s time for lunch at Leith’s restaurant in the garden, with stunning views and an outdoor terrace, and the shop is bound to tempt you.

Then in the afternoon enjoy a relaxing French Brothers 2-hour river boat cruise from historic Runnymede to Windsor. departure list A return about 7pm£60

OxfordTuesday 21 May

The city of dreaming spires and quiet college quadrangles is world renowned. Narrow, cobbled streets and noble architecture contrast with the hustle and bustle of a thriving city with first rate shops, cafés and restaurants. The covered market off High Street is well worth exploring.

Marvel at world-class antiquities and paintings in the Ashmolean Museum and Art Gallery, or the remains of a Dodo in the University Museum of Natural History. Hire a bicycle and get to know the city on two wheels, take an open-top sightseeing bus tour or drift about on a punt.

departure list B return about 8pm£28

Hever Castle Wednesday 22 May

Hever was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII’s second wife. Later it was owned by Henry’s fourth wife, Anne of Cleves, and was lovingly restored by William Waldorf Astor in the early 20th century.

Admire classical statues in the Italian Garden and a giant topiary chess set, get lost in the maze (there’s a water maze too) and inhale the fragrance of over 4,000 roses in the English Rose Garden. Then relax by the loggia overlooking the lake. There are restaurants, or enjoy a picnic in the grounds. The shop has gifts inspired by the castle and gardens.departure list D return about 7pm£37

RHS Wisley Thursday 23 May

The flagship garden of the Royal HorticulturalSociety, Wisley captures the imagination withrichly planted borders, luscious rose gardens and the state-of-the-art glasshouse.

Wisley’s themed show gardens will inspire you. The shop has plants and books, and there are cafés and a restaurant serving seasonal dishes made with Wisley-grown produce. departure list B return about 5.30pm£38

Leeds Castle Medieval JoustingSunday 26 May

Romantically set on two islands in a lake, Leeds Castle has been home to royalty, lords and ladies for over 1000 years and is a delight to explore.

There’s a lot to see and do in the grounds, too - a maze and grotto, falconry displays, dog collar museum and the Wood Garden, Culpeper Garden and Lady Baillie Garden.

And on this day you can enjoy a medieval jousting tournament - great fun. Plus there are excellent places to eat and shops for souvenirs, gifts and many other items.departure list B return about 6pm £41

Monkey World Wednesday 29 May

It’s good to know that this sanctuary assists governments around the world to stop the smuggling of primates from the wild. These adorable refugees, as well as those that have suffered abuse or neglect, are rehabilitated into natural living groups. With talks and displays, too, you’ll discover so much about our near relatives.departure list F return about 8pm

£38 adult £35 child

Moreton in Marsh & Bourton-on-the-Water Wednesday 5 June

In the heart of the Cotswolds, Moreton in Marsh is a thriving, busy market town dating back to Saxon times, and today is market day. There’s plenty of time to shop for bargains, enjoy the atmosphere and find somewhere for lunch.

In the afternoon we’ll visit Bourton-on-the-Water. The River Windrush runs through the centre of this picturesque village, built almost entirely in warm Cotswold stone.

The Model Village is highly recommended or go to Birdland Park & Gardens

to discover exotic and rare birds.departure list A return about 7.30pm £34

Blenheim PalaceTuesday 11 June

One of England’s grandest stately homes, Blenheim was built in baroque style as a gift from the nation to the 1st Duke of Marlborough for his victories over the French. The magnificent rooms are full of fine paintings, tapestries, furniture, porcelain and statues.

With vast Capability Brown landscaped grounds, sweeping lawns, formal gardens and the Great Lake, you’ll really have a day to remember. There are good cafés and restaurants and a well-stocked gift shop. departure list A return about 8pm£41

Kew Gardens Thursday 13 JuneKew has the world’s largest collection of living plants, a World Heritage Site and leading centre of botanical research. Wander round, get lost in its hidden dells, take a treetop walk and discover exotic plants from around the world in huge Victorian and 20th-century glasshouses.

departure list A return about 7pm£42

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Isle of Wight TourThursday 20 June

The Isle of Wight is a bit like the South of England in miniature, with some spectacular coastlines and high chalk cliffs. On this tour we’ll cross over the Solent from Portsmouth and take in many of the island’s scenic delights, pretty villages and seaside towns, with stops for refreshments on the way. departure list E return about 8pm£43

Eltham Palace & Thames CruiseFriday 21 June

Starting at Eltham Palace, the famous Art Deco home of the Courtaulds, you have plenty of time to explore the house, palace and gardens.

Then we’re off to Greenwich for a cruise with commentary all the way to Westminster,passing Docklands, the City and the sightsof the West End. departure list B return about 7pm

£58

Bournemouth, Poole or Compton AcresTuesday 25 June

Mile after mile of award-winning golden sandy beaches, stunning gardens, traffic-free shopping streets and a lively, cosmopolitan atmosphere make Bournemouth a great seaside resort.

Poole has a more relaxed atmosphere and a busy, historic quayside. Choose which you prefer, or spend time in one, then hop on a frequent local bus to the other. Or take an open-top bus ride across the Sandbanks ferry to Shell Bay or Swanage on the Isle of Purbeck.

Constructed in 1920 by Thomas Simpson, today Compton Acres is still acknowledged as one of the finest privately-owned gardens in England.Enjoy over ten acres of horticultural heaven,relax in the charming café and tea rooms, browse the treasures in the gift shop or delve intothe exciting world of plants in the Plant Centre.departure list F return about 8pm£28 ADMISSION EXTRA

Wey & Arun Canal& ploughman’s lunch

Friday 28 June

Join us for a day on the Wey & Arun Canal, including a ploughman’s lunch

served on board the boat. This beautiful stretch of canal has recently celebrated its

200th birthday. Boat trips are always popular, so book early to avoid disappointment.

departure list B return about 4.30pm£55

Henley-on-ThamesWednesday 3 July

This attractive Thames-side town is known the world over for the annual regatta each July.Today the heats and quarter-finals take place andthe town will be busy with boating types, so expect a great atmosphere! Interesting shops, cafés and restaurants are around every corner, but if it all gets too much just head off for some delightful riverside walks.departure list B return about 7pm£29

BathTuesday 9 July

See the ancient Roman Baths, marvel at the splendid abbey and wander through grand Georgian streets, and elegant squares and crescents for which Bath is famous. The city is brimming with things to see, and there are interesting and unique shops to tempt you, too.departure list E return about 8.30pm£30

Canterbury Wednesday 10 July

Although the soaring cathedral, with the site where Thomas Becket was murdered, is the city’s crowning glory, there’s still time to explore the main shopping streets and narrow medieval lanes of Canterbury too - do some shopping or find a café for a spot of lunch. departure list A return about 8pm£26

Royal WindsorThursday 11 July

Windsor is lovely, with a great mix of shops and quaint side streets, all overlooked by the royal castle that’s stood there for 1,000

years. It’s the largest occupied castle in the world.

Ten monarchs are buried in St George’s Chapel. There are open-top bus tours, relaxing river tours and even amphibian Duck Bus tours to enjoy. All admissions and tours are extra.departure list Areturn about 6:30pm£28

Rye & BattleTuesday 16 July

Rye is a delightfully unspoilt town where twisting ancient streets climb up the hill to the old church and Ypres Tower, with far away views right over Romney Marsh. There are interesting shops to browse round and excellent cafés and restaurants.

Battle with its abbey, where we go in the afternoon, grew up by the site of the Battle of Hastings of 1066, which changed the course of English history. The local history museum has the oldest effigy of Guy Fawkes.departure list C

return about 6.30pm£24

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London ZooWednesday 31 July

With so much to see, do and learn about, a visit to ZSL London Zoo is a great day out. Check out any animal talks, feeds and demonstrations that may be on during your visit.departure list A return about 7pm£45 adult | £41 child

Bletchley ParkTuesday 6 August

Seeing one of the Enigma Machines that dramatically shortened the course of the Second World War and saved the world from an awful future is a highlight of this visit.

And discover brave tales of daring spies and strategic deception. There are both indoor and outdoor activities, so do wear sensible clothing and footwear..departure list B return about 8pm£42

Bournemouth, Poole or Compton AcresThursday 8 Aug

Award-winning golden sandy beaches, stunning gardens, traffic-free shopping streets and a lively, cosmopolitan atmosphere make Bournemouth a great seaside resort.

Poole has a more relaxed atmosphere and a busy, historic quayside. Choose which you prefer, or

hop on a frequent local bus between them. Or take an open-top bus ride across the Sandbanks ferry to the Isle of Purbeck.

Compton Acres is one of the finest privately-owned gardens in England. Enjoy over ten acres of horticultural heaven, relax in the charming café and tea rooms, browse the treasures in the gift shop or delve into the

exciting world of plants in the Plant Centre.departure list F return about 8pm£28 ADMISSION EXTRA

Marwell ZooTuesday 13 August

See over 250 species of animals from ants to giraffes in beautiful Hampshire parkland. A free road train stops all round the park. There are free talks and a selection of places to grab a bite to eat or quench your thirst.

The formal garden has three styles from the 16th and 17th centuries, and the Ark Gift Shop has everything from cuddly soft toys to

Fairtrade gifts, locally-made biscuits, prints, books, cards and toys.

departure list G return about 6.45pm£40 adult | £37 child

Kew Gardens Wednesday 14 AugustKew is a World Heritage Site, leading centre of botanical research and has the world’s largest collection of living plants,

Wander round, get lost in its hidden dells, take a treetop walk and discover exotic plants from around the world in huge Victorian and 20th-century glasshouses. departure list A return about 7pm£42

Monkey World Tuesday 20 August

It’s good to know that this sanctuary assists governments around the world to stop the smuggling of primates from the wild. These adorable refugees, as well as those that have suffered abuse or neglect, are rehabilitated into

natural living groups. With talks and displays, too, you’ll discover so much about our near relatives.

departure list F return about 8pm

£38 adult | £35 child

River Medway Cruise Wednesday 17 July

After an hour to look round Maidstone we’ll be boarding one of the Kentish Lady boats to go on a lovely 3-hour cruise on the Medway, upriver through Farleigh Lock and onwards to Teston Lock, then turning round to come back. Look out for kingfishers, herons, swans, geese and ducks.

Included is a picnic box. The bar serves a variety of drinks, hot beverages and snacks, and there are toilets on board. Regrettably, no-one under the age of 16 may travel on the boat.departure list A return about 6.30pm£48

Hever Castle Tuesday 23 July

Hever was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII’s second wife. Later it was owned by

Henry’s fourth wife, Anne of Cleves, and was lovingly restored by William Waldorf Astor in the early 20th century.

Admire classical statuary in the Italian Gardenand a giant topiary chess set, get lost in the maze (there’s a water maze too) and inhale the fragrance of over 4,000 roses in the English Rose Garden. Then relax by the loggia overlooking the lake. There are restaurants, or enjoy a picnic in the grounds. The shop has gifts inspired by the castle and gardens.departure list D return about 7pm£37

Surrey & Hampshire Canal Cruise with cream teaThursday 25 July

On this trip you can enjoy a leisurely cruise with a cream tea on the scenic Surrey and Hampshire Canal. As the water gently laps the boat’s hull, you can observe all kinds of wildlife, plant life and interesting canal-side features.

The boat is fully covered and there’s a toilet on board. There’s also a well-stocked galley for extra refreshments, drinks, books, maps and souvenirs you may want to buy. departure list D return about 7.45pm£41

Swanage RailwayTuesday 30 July

We’re off to Swanage to join the 1240 steam train ride to Norden, just beyond Corfe Castle. Afterwards we’ll take you on a tour of the gorgeous surrounding countryside. Book early, as our steam train trips are always popular! departure list F return about 8pm£40

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Hampton CourtThursday 22 August

Henry VIII’s vast riverside palace is impressive and makes for a great day out. So marvel at thebreathtaking grandeur of the State Rooms, seehow they cooked in the vast Tudor kitchens,then stroll through over 60 acres of enchantinggardens; maybe lose yourself in the famous maze.

Discover the Baroque Palace, full of intrigue and gossipfrom the Stuart andGeorgian eras. Audioguides are includedand costumed toursand talks happen daily.departure list A return about 7pm£42

LegolandWednesday 28 August

Younger children will love Legoland, but there’s plenty for all ages. Make a splash, set sail on a swashbucklin’ adventure to Pirate Shores, or battleyour way to find hidden treasure. Miniland, made from nearly 40 million pieces, recreates scenes from the USAand Europe, all bustling withsounds, traffic, trains and boats.

departure list B return about 6.45pm

£20 adult | £15 child ADMISSION EXTRA

Wey & Arun Canaland ploughman’s lunchThursday 29 August

Join us for a relaxing day on the canal, including a ploughman’s lunch served on board the boat.

This beautiful stretch of canal is over 200 years old. As

our boat trips are always popular, do book early to avoid disappointment.departure list D return about 4.30pm £54

Isle of Wight TourWednesday 4 September

The Isle of Wight has some spectacular coastlines and high chalk cliffs. On this tour we’ll cross over the Solent from Portsmouth and take in many of the island’s scenic delights, pretty villages and seaside towns, with stops for refreshments. departure list E return about 8pm

£43

Bath Tuesday 10 September

This must be the finest Georgian city in the land, but it was the Romans who first discovered the hot springs here.

See those ancient Roman Baths, marvel at the splendid Abbey and wander through grand Georgian streets, and elegant squares and crescents for which Bath is famous. The city is brimming with things to see, and there are interesting and unique shops to tempt you, too.departure list E return about 8.30pm£34

River Medway Cruise Thursday 12 September

After an hour to look round Maidstone we’ll be boarding one of the Kentish Lady boats for a 3-hour cruise upriver on the Medway through Farleigh Lock to Teston Lock, then back again. Look out for kingfishers, herons, swans and ducks.

Included is a picnic box. The bar serves a variety of drinks, hot beverages and snacks, and there

are toilets on board. Regrettably, no-one underthe age of 16 may travel on the boat.departure list Areturn about 6.30pm£48

Rye & BattleTuesday 17 September

Rye is a delightfully unspoilt town where twisting ancient streets climb up the hill to the old church and Ypres Tower, with far away views right over Romney Marsh. There are interesting shops to browse round and excellent cafés and restaurants.

Battle with its Abbey, where we go in the afternoon, grew up by the site of the Battle of Hastings of 1066, which changed the course of English history. The local history museum has the oldest effigy of Guy Fawkes.

departure list C return about 6.30pm£2

OxfordThursday 19 September

The city of dreaming spires and quiet college quadrangles is world renowned. Narrow, cobbled streets and noble architecture contrast with the hustle and bustle

of a thriving city with first rate shops, cafés and restaurants. The covered market off High Street is well worth exploring.

Marvel at world-class antiquities and paintings in the Ashmolean Museum and Art Gallery, or the remains of a Dodo in the University Museum of Natural History. Hire a bicycle and get to know the city on two wheels, take an open-top sightseeing bus tour or drift about on a punt.

departure list B return about 8pm£28

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Kew Gardens Wednesday 25 SeptemberKew has the world’s largest collection of living plants, a World Heritage Site and leading centre of botanical research. Wander round, get lost in its hidden dells, take a treetop walk and discover exotic plants from around the world in huge Victorian and 20th-century glasshouses.

departure list A return about 7pm

£42

CanterburyThursday 26 September

Although the soaring cathedral (the site where Thomas Becket was murdered) is the city’s crowning glory, there’s still time to explore the main shopping streets and narrow medieval lanes of Canterbury too - do some shopping or find a café for a spot of lunch. departure list A return about 8pm£26

Bath Christmas MarketSaturday 30 November

Bath must be the finest Georgian city in the land, but it was the Romans who first discovered the hot springs here.

See those ancient Roman Baths, marvel at the splendid Abbey and wander through grand Georgian streets, and the elegant squares and crescents for which Bath is famous. The city is brimming with things to see, like the award-winning Bath Christmas market, and there are interesting and unique shops to tempt you, too.departure list E return about 8.30pm£34

Rochester Dickens Christmas FestivalSunday 8 December

Historic Rochester has strong Charles Dickens associations, so enjoy these extravaganzas with street entertainment, musicians and costumed characters performing for you. Parades, processions and magical stalls offer a huge range of interesting things to buy, and when you’ve had enough there’s always the massive Norman castle or cathedral to look over. departure list B return about 8.30pm£30

There are so many terrific places to visit practically on your doorstep, and they’re all just a bus ride away, great for a go-as-you-please, do-what-you like type of day out.

Frequencies shown are for daytimes Mondays to Saturdays - buses may be less frequent in the evenings and Sundays.

East Grinstead is the start of the famous Bluebell Railway. Enjoy the atmosphere and marvel at the restored steam engines and beautiful coaches. The 22-mile round trip provides an authentic steam-era experience.

At weekends the 270 stops close to Horsted Keynes Station, so you get off there to take the train to East Grinstead and catch the bus home, or the other way round.

METROBUS 270 hourlyMETROBUS 291 hourly

With vintage steam and diesel trains, this preserved railway runs through delightful scenery and is a lovely way to while away an hour or two. Get on in Tunbridge Wells or Eridge. Check the website for dates of operation, train times and ticket deals.

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A fascinating town with interesting shops tucked away in corners. Keere Street issteep and cobbled.The Prince Regent once drove his carriage down it, and a sign at the bottom commemorates this.

Lewes Castle was built in the 11th century by William de Warenne, brother-in-law of William the Conqueror, and the views from here are fantastic. REGENCY ROUTE 28 29every 10 mins

In the 18th century Tunbridge Wellswas the place to be seen. The town stillhas a certain elegance, with excellentshops and, of course, the famousarcaded Pantiles whereyou’ll find cafés, book shops and designer boutiques.

The ride there takes you through some beautiful Wealden scenery, especially from the top deck of our comfortable, moderndouble-deck buses.REGENCY ROUTE 29every 30 mins

This National Trust garden, with a romantic backdrop of a ruined manor house, is a delight, with plants from all over the world including magnolias, camellias, and rare specimens from China and the Far East. The herbaceous borders are stunning in summer.

There is a restaurant serving home-made food and teas,a gift shop and plant shop.

METROBUS 271 273 hourly

These magical gardens include a formal Knot and Oriental Garden, a Secret Garden, the White Rose Garden and the Drunken Garden.

Children love the giant chess set and exploring the forest, a world of mystery and intrigue with tree-lined

paths, water pools, giant tree swings, zip wires and rope swings, a maze and Crusoe’s World.

Peacocks roam the gardens and fallow deer can often be seen in the meadows. A canal boat runs most days between the gardens and the forest. METROBUS 291 hourly

This famous Surrey beauty spot, a high point of the North Downs, has breathtaking views over the Weald. And there are some great walks you can take that will certainly blow the cobwebs away.

The bus from Crawley passes through pretty villages

and fine houses of the wooded Sussex-Surrey borders. METROBUS 216 a day

As well as High Street names, East Grinstead loves its independent shops, such as the bookshop in Tudor House with its own café.

East Grinstead has many impressive buildings, like St Swithun’s church with its tall tower and beautiful stained glass, and Sackville

College almshouses, where the carol ‘Good King Wenceslas’ was written.

METROBUS 270 6 a dayMETROBUS 291 hourly

Brighton & Hove’s Coaster is a great scenic bus route, with amazing sea views along the cliff-top between Brighton and Newhaven. Then the bus heads up hill and down dale, where grassy chalk downlands meet the sea in an impressive series of dazzling white cliffs from Seaford Head by way of the Seven Sisters and on to Beachy Head, and its famous stripy lighthouse far far below.

Get off in Seaford for the walk up to Seaford Head - best view of the Seven Sisters - or at Seven Sisters Country Park for an exhilarating walk to Cuckmere Haven or up across the top of the Sisters. Every day and during high summer the 13X route goes via Birling Gap and Beachy Head.

Or stay on the bus to Eastbourne and enjoy the Victorian seafront with its gardens, pier and bandstand. Eastbourne also has the Towner Art Gallery and Winter Garden Exhibition Centre. Head east from the pier for children’s adventure play centres Treasure Island and Fort Fun.COASTER 12 every 10 mins

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timingExcept where stated otherwise, each Day Out gives between 4 and 5 hours at the destination, but less if the Day Out covers more than one destination. Within each Day Out description, a departure code is given which corresponds with the departure times from various local pick up points shown in the timing chart. Bear in mind that although the coach may leave its first pick up point on time the pick-ups later down the route may be affected by traffic conditions. Traffic congestion, ferry or tunnel delays may mean a later return.

We regret that we cannot be held responsible for delays in arrival or return times caused by traffic congestion. Please allow plenty of time for travel to the pick up point and ensure that you are there at least 10 minutes before the published departure time. We are unable to offer a refund should you miss the coach. Additional stops cannot be made.

how to bookTickets for all Days Out must be booked in advance. This can be done online at www.spiritofsussex.uk, by telephone on 01273 886 200 (Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm) or in person at either 1 Stop Travel in 26 North Street, Brighton BN1 1EB, or Brighton & Hove’s office in Conway Street, Hove. BN3 3LT. Allow 5 working days for telephone bookings, so we may post your tickets to you.

Please make sure that you print out your E-TICKET confirmation, as this is your Day Out ticket.

We accept MasterCard, Visa and Switch / Maestro cards.

Once you have booked, your Day Out ticket can be used on any Brighton & Hove or Metro bus for travel to and from your Day Out pick up point.

If you request a copy of your ticket an admin charge of £5 per ticket may apply.

Late bookings can be made up to 12 noon on the working day before travel, in this case you must print your booking reference to show to the driver of your Day Out coach.

All seats are allocated at the time of booking, your ticket will show the date of travel, pick up point, destination and seat number. Although we endeavour not to make mistakes these can occur, it is your responsibility to check that the details are correct. Brighton & Hove Bus & Coach Ltd cannot be held responsible for any errors and refunds will not be given.

Please call us on 01273 886 200 if any amendments to your ticket are needed.

Seat numbers are not valid on any trip that is a shuttle service only, although when booking on-line you will select a seat this will not be your allocated seat.

ticket pricesConcession prices where stated apply to everyone over the age of 60 years of age, proof may be required. Please be advised that concessionary prices are not available on every trip. The concession price is not restricted to residents of East & West Sussex. Where the venue does not allow a concession price then the coach element will then be discounted.

Where the ticket price includes entry fees or extra services this will be stated in the

description. If admission is not included this will be shown as coach only or shuttle service.

In some cases, a special Day Out to a venue may be listed where no discount is available and this will be mentioned in the description for the specific Day Out trip. National Trust, English Heritage, Royal Horticultural Society member card holders must show their card at the venue as requested to ensure that they receive the discount available. If no card is presented further charges may apply.

PLEASE NOTE: If you forget your membership card for any venue and you have purchased a coach only ticket Brighton & Hove will not be responsible for your entrance fee.

It is your responsibility to inform us that you are a National Trust, English Heritage or RHS member at the time of booking. If after booking your trip to a venue where you are a member you realise you have not had the discount applied it will be at Brighton & Hove’s discretion to refund the difference. Refunds can only be made up to 24 hours before the trip runs.

disabled passengersWe welcome all passengers with disabilities and will do as much as we can to ensure that they are catered for on our Day Out programme, however please note that we can only accept folding wheelchairs weighing less than 20kgs and these will be stored in the coach luggage hold.

We do not have provision for wheelchair access onto the coaches due to their construction.

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