Webbs Day Excursions

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Day ExcursionsA selection of 20 exciting and varied days out in 2013 –

all exclusive to Webbs customers

0845 322 8655

APRIL – NOVEMBER 2013

ALL EXCURSIONS INCLUDE FREE PARKING AT WEBBS

10% Discountfor

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All excursions from Webbs, Wychbold will leavefrom the coach drop off/pick up point outside thePlant Express entrance in the main car park, whereyou can park free of charge all day. If enoughcustomers wish to travel from the West Hagleystore, there will be an additional pick up and dropoff there too.

Webbs Clubcardmembers willreceive a 10%discount on allthese excursions!

Simply quote yourmembership numberto our friendlyReservations teamat the time ofbooking.

● All excursions areexclusive to Webbscustomers

● 20 Destinations tochoose from

● Luxury coach travel on executive coaches

● Reserved seating on all excursions

● Boarding points at Webbs, Wychbold and Webbs,West Hagley

● Free parking at the stores

● 10% discount for Webbs Clubcard members

To book call JOHNSONSfriendly reservations teamon 0845 322 8655

Visit or simplybook online atwww.johnsonscoaches.co.uk/webbs.html

Or visit our Travel Office in Liveridge House,Liveridge Hill, Henley-in-Arden,Warwickshire B95 5QS

Monday to Friday: 9am to 5.30pmSaturday: 9am to 1pm

Welcome toDay Excursions Brochurefor 2013!Johnsons Coach Travel are delighted towork in partnership with Webbs GardenCentres to offer you a fabulous selectionof 20 exclusive day excursions, departingthroughout the year.The 2013 programme includes a widechoice of destinations to choose fromincluding historic houses, garden showsand special events, days at the seaside,boat trips and beautiful gardens.

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TUESDAY 30THAPRIL 2013

CHARTWELL (NT), KENTVisit Chartwell, the much-loved home of Sir Winston Churchill.The rooms remain much as they were when he lived here withpictures, books and personal mementoes and the hillside gardensreflect Churchill’s love of the landscape and nature. Explore the lakeshe created, Lady Churchill’s rose garden, the kitchen garden and aplayhouse created especially for the youngest Churchill daughter.Price includes:Admission to House and Garden

DepartWebbs: 8.15amReturn toWebbs by: 7.45pmAdult: £39.50 • Senior: £38.50 • Child: £37.50NT Members £27.00

FRIDAY 24TH MAY 2013

CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW, LONDONCome and experience the greatest flower show in the world –a highlight of the horticultural year. Admire displays by expertgrowers and delight in seeing introductions by the great planthunters of the past, their modern counterparts and generations ofplant breeders. The 2013 event marks the centenary of the ChelseaFlower Show so it’s sure to be extra special!Price includes:All day entrance ticket

DepartWebbs: 8.15amReturn toWebbs by: 7.45pmAdult: £93.00 • Senior: £91.00 • Child: £88.00

TUESDAY 14TH MAY 2013

HAMPTON COURT GARDENS, NEARHEREFORDUpon arrival we are greeted by the head gardener who will give usa talk about the gardens. Then you will have free time to explorethe exquisite gardens of ‘the other’ Hampton Court. The gardenshave been restored to their former glory they include anornamental Kitchen Garden, a Dutch Garden and a maze with over1,000 yew trees.Includes admission to Gardens and talk by the HeadGardener

DepartWebbs: 10.00amReturn toWebbs by: 6.00pmAdult: £40.50 • Senior: £38.50 • Child: £36.50 under 5’s Free

MONDAY 27TH MAY 2013

GLOUCESTER QUAYS,TALL SHIPSFESTIVALGloucester Quays is delighted to be a part of the city's award-winning Tall Ships Festival. There's nothing quite like the sight of aflotilla of majestic sailing vessels. There is a huge amount to seeand do, the spectacular ships themselves, fun living historycharacters, marauding pirates, live music, arts, crafts and foodstalls, kids activities, Waterways and Soldiers of GloucestershireMuseums and of course fantastic outlet shopping!


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THURSDAY 6TH JUNE 2013

WADDESDON MANOR (NT),OXFORDSHIREArriving Waddesdon for 10.30am you will have time to wanderaround the beautiful gardens and purchase lunch before we beginour timed free flow tour of Waddesdon Manor. The 45 rooms onview combine the highest quality French furniture and decorativearts from the 18th Century.Price includes:Admission to House and Garden

DepartWebbs: 9.30amReturn toWebbs by: 6.00pmAdult: £38.00 • Senior: £37.00 • Child: £35.00NT Members £27.00

THURSDAY 27TH JUNE

WINDSORAND RIVER CRUISE,LONDONWe will make our way to Runnymede where we will join our cruiseat 11.00 and journey through Old Windsor Lock and continue upstream through the pretty villages of Old Windsor and Datchet.Travelling through the grounds of Windsor Castle. Our cruise thenpasses through Romney Lock and arrives in Windsor at 12.30. Youwill then have free time in Windsor to purchase lunch and enjoyWindsor.Price includes:Thames River Cruise


MONDAY 17TH JUNE 2013

KEW GARDENS, SURREYOnce belonging to the Royal Family, the Botanical Gardens at Kewcontain more than 100,000 species in six wonderful glasshousesplus spectacular gardens, surrounded by lawns and fantastic trees.The restored Chinese Pagoda is worth a visit and there is a landtrain which, for a supplementary fare will transport you around thegardens.Price includes:Admission to the Gardens


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THURSDAY 11TH JULY 2013

HAMPTON COURT INTERNATIONALFLOWER SHOW, SURREYEach summer, the spectacular grounds of Hampton Court Palacebecomes home to the world’s largest flower show, featuring eightfloral marquees and 25 beautiful show gardens. Find inspiration foryour own garden from the stunning outdoor features, practicaldemonstrations and first class advice, plus listen to bands play orpicnic along the river with wonderful views to the Palace.Price includes:Admission to Flower Show


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FRIDAY 19TH JULY 2013

ANGLESEYABBEY (NT), SURREYA passion for tradition and style inspired one man to transform a run-down country house and desolate landscape.Step into his elegant home and discover the luxuries enjoyed by guests. Experience the warmth and comfort andbe amazed at rare and fabulous objects. The 46-hectare garden with its working watermill, wildlife discovery areaand statuary, offers inspiration and planting for all seasons. Explore the borders, meadow and avenues burstingwith vibrant colour, delicious scent and the simple pleasures of nature.Price includes:Admission to House and Garden

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MONDAY 29TH JULY 2013

CHESTERWITH CANAL CRUISE ANDHIGHTEAThis ancient Roman strongpoint retains the main streets of the oldFort but is now lined with splendid modern shops. Be sure to visitthis Medieval, two-tiered ‘Rows’ shopping galleries, the lovely 1000year old Cathedral and take time to stroll around the atmosphericcity Walls. We enjoy a cruise on the Shropshire Union Canal withhigh tea and commentary and see otherwise hidden Roman partsof the city.Price includes: Canal Cruise and High Tea


MONDAY 19THAUGUST 2013

THE SAVILL GARDEN, SURREYThe Savill Garden is one of Britain’s greatest ornamental gardens.Neither a botanical garden, nor a kitchen garden attached to agreat house, it is a garden for the garden’s sake, enjoyed byhorticulturalists and enthusiasts alike. It never fails to charmvisitors who come to explore its 35 acres of contemporary andclassically designed gardens and exotic woodland.Price includes:Admission to the Garden


THURSDAY 1STAUGUST 2013

ABBEY CWM HIR,WALESEnjoy free time in Leominster for lunch before continuing to theunique and beautiful historic house of Abbey Cwm Hir in midWales. This 52 room, Grade II Victorian revival Gothic mansion and12 acre gardens overlooks the ruins of the 12th century Cistercianabbey and the gardens are particularly lovely through the monthsof May to September with their shows of rhododendra and rosesin full bloom.Price includes:Admission to House and Garden


TUESDAY 27THAUGUST 2013

CARDIFF CASTLEIn the heart of the capital city is Cardiff Castle, a truly remarkablesite of international importance. During 2000 years of history, theCastle has been a Roman Garrison, a Norman stronghold and inVictorian times was transformed into a gothic fairytale fantasy.Each breathtaking room has its own special theme, includingMediterranean gardens and Italian and Arabian decoration:Discover these stunning rooms and apartments with aninformative guided tour.Price includes guides tour



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FRIDAY 30THAUGUST 2013

WESTON-SUPER-MARE,AVONSituated on the Bristol Channel, Weston Super Mare is a traditional resort with aspacious, level promenade and attractive parks. Revisit your childhood as youtake a stroll along the Grand Pier and enjoy the atmosphere and theentertainment on offer.


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FRIDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER 2013

HARROGATE FLOWER SHOW,YORKSHIRETake time to visit the 2 flower halls, home to over 100 of thecountry’s leading nurseries. Explore the Plant Societies marqueewith exhibits and demonstrations of many national plant societies;admire the vast array of fruit and vegetables grown for thecompetitions, see craftwork, floristry, flower arranging and muchmore. A truly inspiring day for visitors of any age.Price includes:Admission to the Show


FRIDAY 4TH OCTOBER 2013

WESTONBIRTARBORETUM,GLOUCESTERSHIREWestonbirt, The National Arboretum is world-famous for autumncolour in October and November. Autumn is a fabulous time ofyear at Westonbirt and wherever you go, the natural fireworkdisplay of colours is superb. Weather conditions through the spring,summer and right up to early autumn can influence the time andrate of leaf colouring and you can never guess which trees willprovide the year’s ‘star turn’. However for regular visitors, part ofthe fascination is that every year is different from the last.Price includes:Admission to the Arboretum


SATURDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER 2013

MALVERNAUTUMN GARDENINGSHOW,WORCESTERSHIREMalvern’s annual pageant of food, fruit, forestry and flowers gives aflavour of the countryside at its autumnal best. Marvel at giantvegetable exhibits and relish the taste of home-made food andwine. An action packed programme of entertainment, classic cars,vintage machinery, animal encounters, bargain plants and countrycrafts complete a tremendous day out.Price includes:Admission to the Show


MONDAY 21ST OCTOBER 2013

BATHWITH GUIDED TOUREnjoy the delights of this beautiful and historic city with a guidedcoach tour with a Blue Badge Guide. Bath was built by the Romans2,000 years and was revived by fashionable Georgian Society whocame to ‘take the waters’. The rest of the day is free to sightsee,browse and enjoy the antiques and craft shops.Price includes:A Guided Tour of the City By Coach


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THURSDAY 14TH NOVEMBER

CHRISTMASAT CHATSWORTHWITH‘THE LION,THEWITCHANDTHEWARDROBE’Enjoy a day out at this historic house decorated for Christmas.This year the rooms are magically decorated with the theme‘The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe’. The glimmer of candles,the fragrance of decorated trees and the sound of music playingcombine to make a unique experience. Refreshments are availableand there are shops offering Christmas goods and produce.Price includes:Admission to Chatsworth House


THURSDAY 12TH DECEMBER

CHRISTMAS CAROLSAT SALISBURYCATHEDRALExplore the historic city of Salisbury before we head to theCathedral for an afternoon carol concert, followed by mulled wineand mince pies. The impressive cathedral is the finest 13th centurycathedral in Britain and has the tallest spire.Includes admission to the concert,mulled wine andmince pies




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Tailor-made holidays for groups,clubs & associationsJohnsons have a dedicated group travel departmentspecialising in tailor-made tours for all clubs,associations and groups including WI, U3A’s andgardening societies.

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HOW TO BOOK YOUR EXCURSIONInformation andAdvice: Just call ourfriendly team on 0845 322 8655 or visitwww.johnsonstravel.co.uk/webbs.html. Callers arealso welcome at our office at Liveridge Hill (on theBirmingham Road, A3400, just north of Henley)where there is ample parking.

Excursion Bookings: For a provisional booking, a simple telephone call is all that is needed. We will holdplaces without obligation for 7 days. You can book directly with our Travel Office or you can book on line atwww.johnsonstravel.co.uk/webbs.html (Please note provisional bookings will be cancelled automatically ifpayment is not received within 7 days).

Confirmation of Bookings:We require payment in full within 7 days please. Once payment is receivedwe will send you your excursion ticket which confirms receipt of payment, the number and location of seatsbooked and pick up times.

Methods of Payment:We accept all normal methods of payment, by post, with a cheque or bydebit/credit card – ie Switch, Visa, Mastercard, by telephone or by post.Please note that there is a 2% charge for payments made by credit card. Please make cheques payable to‘Johnsons Coach Travel’.

Cancellation(a) BY THE COMPANY – should circumstances arise where, due to less than 20 bookings, we are forced to cancelany excursion, all monies paid by all passengers for that excursion will be refunded and following that, theCompany shall be exempt from any further liability.(b) BY THE PASSENGER – you may cancel your booking at any time prior to departure, subject to the followingconditions:(i) For cancellations notified to us more than 7 days prior to the departure of the excursion, a £5.00 charge perbooking is made.(ii) For cancellations for which less than 7 (but more than 1) clear days notice is received, a £15.00 per personcharge is made.(iii) For cancellations made the day before or the day of the excursion, the full cost of the excursion will becharged.(iv) Special cancellation charges may apply where admission tickets are purchasedin advance.

Coach Seat ReservationsWhen you book your excursion you can also chooseand book your seats, subject to availability at the time of booking.The coach seating plan for Webbs excursions is shown opposite.

Admission ChargesAre all included in all prices unless otherwise stated.

Boarding & DiscountsPlease note that Webbs Garden Centres are the only boarding points for these tripsand car parking is provided free of charge. Webbs Clubcard members will be entitled to10% discount off all day trips.

AlterationsThe company reserves the right to alter excursions or prices, the size and specification ofthe vehicle used, or to cancel any excursion listed in this brochure.

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