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Historic Halls & Southport's Seaside Charm

Historic Halls & Southport's Seaside Charm

Based in the heart of the much-loved seaside town of Southport, we have plenty of ‘my time’ for the most leisurely, relaxing break with easy access to all its wonderful attractions. Stroll through the King’s Gardens and browse the historic shops of Lord Street or hop on a bus to visit the Botanic Gardens.

Based in the heart of the much-loved seaside town of Southport, we have plenty of ‘my time’ for the most leisurely, relaxing break with easy access to all its wonderful attractions. Stroll through the King’s Gardens and browse the historic shops of Lord Street or hop on a bus to visit the Botanic Gardens. We’ll also delve into the county’s history with a visit to two amazing Tudor stately homes and delightful gardens.

 

Waterfront Southport Hotel

Located in the heart of Southport just steps from the town’s top attractions and the beach, the stylish Waterfront Southport Hotel enjoys a stunning location overlooking the Marine Lake. The hotel features 131 modern and well-equipped bedrooms with flat screen TV, air-conditioning, high-speed Wi-Fi and comfy beds. Guests can soak up the sun and enjoy a drink at the hotel’s Roof Garden & Bar. Lift.

Day 1

Morning departure, calling at Liverpool for some free time and the chance to obtain lunch in the wonderful setting of the city's Albert Dock. We leave mid afternoon for the short journey to Southport and a 4 night stay at the Waterfront Hotel. Dinner in the hotel.

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Day 2

Enjoy the day at leisure in Southport. With so much to see within walking distance of the hotel, enjoy a stroll around the King's Gardens with its restored Victorian shelters, ornate Venetian bridge, boating lake and model village. Close by is Lord Street, the main shopping street with historic buildings and independent shops. Dinner at the hotel.

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Day 3

After a hearty breakfast, we travel to Rufford Old Hall, one of Lancashire's most charming historic treasures. This magnificent Grade I listed Tudor manor is set within beautiful gardens and grounds and boasts more than 500 years of fascinating history. Explore the impressive Tudor Great Hall, with its spectacular hammerbeam roof, before discovering the later Jacobean and Gothic wings. Take time to wander through the Victorian gardens and woodlands, browse the second-hand bookshop or relax with refreshments in the delightful Victorian tea-room.After a wonderful day exploring this remarkable historic house, we return to the hotel for a delicious dinner, followed by a relaxing evening at leisure.

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Day 4

After breakfast, we depart for a delightful visit to Speke Hall, Garden & Estate, one of the North West's most atmospheric Tudor properties. Set within beautiful gardens overlooking the Mersey estuary, this magnificent timber-framed house offers a fascinating blend of history, architecture and nature. Enjoy time to explore the tranquil gardens and estate before the Hall opens after lunch. There will be an opportunity to enjoy refreshments or a bite to eat at the Home Farm Restaurant before discovering the richly furnished interiors and fascinating history of this remarkable Tudor house. Dinner at the Hotel.

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Day 5

A final breakfast and some time at Leisure in Southport before we leave after lunch for the journey home.

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B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

PRICE INCLUDES

4 nights bed & breakfast

3 course dinner each night

Visit to Rufford Old hall

Visit to Speke Hall Gardens &

Estate

Excursions

Luxury air conditioned coach travel

 

Single Room Supplement £120.00

 

 

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

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Name Address
Alfreton Bus Station Alfreton Bus Station, Hall Street
Alfreton, Watchorn Island Alfreton,Derby Road A61 Watchorn Church Bus Stop
Barlborough, Rose & Crown Barlborough, Rose & Crown Pub
Barnsley, Eldon Street Barnsley, Eldon Street opposite the Odeon Cinema
Bolsover Market Place Bolsover Market Place
Carlton in Lindrick Carlton in Lindrick, A60/Maiin Rd End of Long Lane
The Bus Layby
Carlton in Lindrick. Carlton in Lindrick, Limetree Nursery
The Bottom Of Rotherham Baulk
Chesterfield, Beetwell St Chesterfield, Beetwell Street
Outside the old Registry Office
Clay Cross, Church Layby Clay Cross, The Church Layby The High Street
Clowne Tesco Clowne Tesco, Bus Layby
Creswell Creswell, Junction of Sheffield Road/Elmton Road
Creswell Black Diamond Creswell, Black Diamond, Elmton Road, S80 4DY
Creswell, Skinner Street Creswell, Skinner Street, Cemetery
Derby, Full Street Derby Full Street, Premier Inn
Doncaster, Ward Bros Doncaster, Ward Bros Waterdale
Eckington, Bus Station Eckington, The Bus Station
Edwinstowe,Mansfield Road Edwinstowe, Bus stop end of Mansfield Rd/Fifth Ave
Hodthorpe WMC Hodthorpe, The Working Mens Club
Hodthorpe, Top Bus Stop Hodthorpe, Queens Road, The Top Bus Stop
Hucknall, Ogle Street Hucknall, Ogle Street Opposite the Car Park
Killamarsh, Nags Head Pub Killamarsh, The Nags Head Pub
Top of Bridge Street
Langold, The One Stop Langold, The One Stop
Langwith Junction Langwith Junction, The Bus Stop End of Station Rd
Langwith Junction. Langwith Junction, The King of Diamonds
Langwith, The Gate Hotel Langwith, The Gate Hotel
Leicester Forest (North) Leicester Forest East Services North Bound
Leicester Forest (South) Leicester Forest East Services, South Bound
Loughborough Loughborough, Junction 23 - M1
The Bus Stop outside the Harvester Pub
Mansfield Woodhouse. Mansfield Woodhouse, The Bus Stop A60
End of Peafield Lane
Mansfield. Mansfield Rosemary St, bus stop near Fire Station
McArthur Glen McArthur Glen Shopping Centre
Nottingham, Mount Street Nottingham NG1 6HG
Outside Casino Mount Street off Maid Marion Way
Ollerton, Ollerton Bus Stop outside Library Forest Road
Ollerton, The New Plough Ollerton, The New Plough Pub Forest Road NG22 9QS
Retford Market Place Retford Market Place, Outside Specsavers
Rhodesia, Tylden Way Rhodesia, End of Tylden Way
Rotherham, The Bridge Inn Rotherham, The Bridge Inn Greasbrough Road
Sheffield The Penny Black Penny Black Pub Pond Hill Sheffield 1
Shirebrook, Ashbourne St Shirebrook, Ashbourne Street, Opposite
Ashbourne Court
Shireoaks Fish&Chip Shop Shireoaks, Shireoaks Row, Fish & Chip Shop
Sutton Lammas Centre Sutton Lammas Centre
The Sidings The Sidings, Mansfield Woodhouse
Off Debdale Lane
Warsop Church Warsop, The Church bottom of Cuckney Hill (A60)
Warsop Library, High St Warsop Library, Bus Stop, High Street
Whitwell Bakestone Moor Whitwell, Bakestone Moor, End of Franklin Avenue
Whitwell Mini Market Whitwell, Mini Market, Welbeck Street
Worksop B&Q Worksop, B&Q, Sandy Lane
Worksop Bingo Hall Newcastle Avenue, The Bingo Hall
Worksop Community Church Worksop, Thievesdale Lane, The Community Church
Worksop Eyres Corner Worksop, Eyres Corner
Worksop Gateford Road The Bus Stop before the Post office Gateford Road
Worksop
Worksop Larwood Health Worksop, Larwood Health Centre
Worksop Pelham Street Worksop, Pelham Street Shops, Manton
Worksop St Annes Church Worksop, St Annes Church, Newcastle Avenue
Worksop Three Legged Worksop, The Three Legged Stool, Raymoth Lane
Worksop, High Hoe Road Worksop, High Hoe Road, Nr Canal Bridge
Worksop, Johnsons Depot Worksop, Johnsons Depot, Dukeries Industrial Est
Worksop, Kilton Hill The shops (One Stop) Kilton Hill
Worksop, Opposite Tesco Worksop, Opposite Tesco Gateford Road
Worksop, Plantation Hill Worksop, The Shops, Plantation Hill, Kilton,
Worksop, Priory Church Worksop, Priory Church Car Park
Worksop,Mansfield Rd, A60 Worksop, Mansfield Road, A60 second bus stop
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