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25 Day Tours 2020 Adult Senior Child inc. Sun Feb-16 SNOWDROP VALLEY TOUR, EXMOOR £12 £11 £10 A privately owned & beautiful area in a hidden part of Exmoor close to Wheddon Cross. The park and ride fare is not included in the tour price, this usually cost £3-£5 per person. Sat Feb-22 FLEET AIR ARM MUSEUM £31 £29 £26 *** The museum tells the story of the men, women, aircraft and ships who have served with the Fleet Air Arm - the flying arm of the Royal Navy since the early twentieth century. The world-renowned collection includes many unique and significant aircraft and a multitude of fascinating personal stories of endeavour and bravery. Sat Feb-29 BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL - Matinee @ Bristol Hippodrome £74 £73 £72 *** Beautiful tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation, with countless classics such as You Make Me Feel Like a Natural Woman, Take Good Care of my Baby, You’ve Got a Friend, So Far Away, It Might As Well Rain Until September, Up on the Roof, and Locomotion. Sat Feb-29 BRISTOL SHOPPER £19 £18 £17 Sun Mar-01 NATIONAL MARITIME AQUARIUM PLYMOUTH £29 £28 £27 *** Sun Mar-01 PLYMOUTH SHOPPER £18 £17 £16 Sat Mar-07 BEAUTIFUL BATH £19 £18 £17 Sun Mar-15 EXMOUTH & WINTER RIVER EXE CRUISE Includes Tea/Coffee £24 £23 £22 *** In the morning we spend some free time in Exmouth before our afternoon Winter Cruise sailing on the calm and sheltered waters of the Exe. During this 75 minute cruise your skipper will give you a live commentary on the history of the area, the beautiful sights and the visiting winter wildlife. The boat has a warm covered lower deck or if you wish you can sit on the upper decks and snuggle up with the blankets provided. Wed Mar-18 CLARKS VILLAGE, STREET £18 £17 £16 Sat Mar-21 ALL DAY MYSTERY TOUR & CREAM TEA - Where are we going??? £23 £22 £21 Sat Mar-28 THE KING AND I - Matinee @ Bristol Hippodrome £84 £83 £82 *** Set in 1860s Bangkok, the musical tells the story of the unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between the King of Siam and Anna, a British schoolteacher whom the modernist King, in an imperialistic world, brings to Siam to teach his many wives and children. Sat Mar-28 BRISTOL SHOPPER £19 £18 £17 Sun Mar-29 PAIGNTON ZOO ENVIRONMENTAL PARK £34 £32 £30 *** Sat Apr-04 WEYMOUTH £19 £18 £17 Wed Apr-08 MONTACUTE HOUSE - NATIONAL TRUST PROPERTY £31 £30 £23 *** National Trust Member Prices £19 £18 £17 Montacute is a masterpiece of Elizabethan Renaissance architecture and design. With its towering walls of glass, glow of ham stone and surrounding gardens, it is a place of beauty and wonder. Come face to face with the past in the Long Gallery, which is the longest of its kind in England. The gallery houses over 60 Tudor and Elizabethan portraits on loan from the National Portrait Gallery. A beautiful garden surrounds Montacute House, constantly changing, filling the house with scent. Sat Apr-11 DARTMOOR ZOO WITH TEA/COFFEE AND CAKE ON ARRIVAL £31 £30 £29 *** Hidden on the borders of Dartmoor National Park, Dartmoor Zoo boasts a wonderful 33 acres of woodland, celebrating a wide range of exotic and native animals, including the biggest variety of Big Cats in the South West of England. From Tigers to Tortoises, you’re bound to find some of your favourites, and with unique enclosure designs you’ll feel closer to these beautiful animals than ever before. The park came into being in 2006, when Benjamin Mee and his family came across Dartmoor Wildlife Park (locally known as Sparkwell Wildlife Park). Benjamin’s story was documented in his book “We Bought A Zoo”, which was also released as a Hollywood movie of the same title in 2011, starring Matt Damon and Scarlett Johansson. Thurs Apr-16 MINEHEAD & DELIGHTFUL DUNSTER £17 £16 £15 Sat Apr-18 CARDIFF FLOWER SHOW £32 £31 £30 *** Sat Apr-18 CAPTIVATING CARDIFF £20 £19 £18 Thurs Apr-23 WESTON-SUPER-MARE & OAKHAM TREASURES £25 £24 £23 *** Oakham Treasures is one of the largest privately owned museums of retail and farming history in the UK and guarantees to give you an amazing and uplifting trip down memory lane. Whether you are 8 or 80, you'll be fascinated by this vast and unique collection of memorabilia from the last century. There really is something for everybody, from the thousands of items in the historic stores, to the impressive display of vintage tractors and farm equipment.

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Adult Senior Child inc.Sun Feb-16 SNOWDROP VALLEY TOUR, EXMOOR £12 £11 £10 A privately owned & beautiful area in a hidden part of Exmoor close to Wheddon Cross. The park and ride fare is not included in the tour price, this usually cost £3-£5 per person.

Sat Feb-22 FLEET AIR ARM MUSEUM £31 £29 £26 *** The museum tells the story of the men, women, aircraft and ships who have served with the Fleet Air Arm - the flying arm of the

Royal Navy since the early twentieth century. The world-renowned collection includes many unique and significant aircraft and a multitude of fascinating personal stories of endeavour and bravery.

Sat Feb-29 BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL - Matinee @ Bristol Hippodrome £74 £73 £72 *** Beautiful tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her

husband Gerry Goffin, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation, with countless classics such as You Make Me Feel Like a Natural Woman, Take Good Care of my Baby, You’ve Got a Friend, So Far Away, It Might As Well Rain Until September, Up on the Roof, and Locomotion.

Sat Feb-29 BRISTOL SHOPPER £19 £18 £17

Sun Mar-01 NATIONAL MARITIME AQUARIUM PLYMOUTH £29 £28 £27 ***

Sun Mar-01 PLYMOUTH SHOPPER £18 £17 £16

Sat Mar-07 BEAUTIFUL BATH £19 £18 £17

Sun Mar-15 EXMOUTH & WINTER RIVER EXE CRUISE Includes Tea/Coffee £24 £23 £22 *** In the morning we spend some free time in Exmouth before our afternoon Winter Cruise sailing on the calm and sheltered waters

of the Exe. During this 75 minute cruise your skipper will give you a live commentary on the history of the area, the beautiful sights and the visiting winter wildlife. The boat has a warm covered lower deck or if you wish you can sit on the upper decks and snuggle up with the blankets provided.

Wed Mar-18 CLARKS VILLAGE, STREET £18 £17 £16

Sat Mar-21 ALL DAY MYSTERY TOUR & CREAM TEA - Where are we going??? £23 £22 £21

Sat Mar-28 THE KING AND I - Matinee @ Bristol Hippodrome £84 £83 £82 *** Set in 1860s Bangkok, the musical tells the story of the unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between

the King of Siam and Anna, a British schoolteacher whom the modernist King, in an imperialistic world, brings to Siam to teach his many wives and children.

Sat Mar-28 BRISTOL SHOPPER £19 £18 £17

Sun Mar-29 PAIGNTON ZOO ENVIRONMENTAL PARK £34 £32 £30 ***

Sat Apr-04 WEYMOUTH £19 £18 £17

Wed Apr-08 MONTACUTE HOUSE - NATIONAL TRUST PROPERTY £31 £30 £23 *** National Trust Member Prices £19 £18 £17 Montacute is a masterpiece of Elizabethan Renaissance architecture and design. With its towering walls of glass, glow of ham

stone and surrounding gardens, it is a place of beauty and wonder. Come face to face with the past in the Long Gallery, which is the longest of its kind in England. The gallery houses over 60 Tudor and Elizabethan portraits on loan from the National Portrait Gallery. A beautiful garden surrounds Montacute House, constantly changing, filling the house with scent.

Sat Apr-11 DARTMOOR ZOO WITH TEA/COFFEE AND CAKE ON ARRIVAL £31 £30 £29 *** Hidden on the borders of Dartmoor National Park, Dartmoor Zoo boasts a wonderful 33 acres of woodland, celebrating a wide

range of exotic and native animals, including the biggest variety of Big Cats in the South West of England. From Tigers to Tortoises, you’re bound to find some of your favourites, and with unique enclosure designs you’ll feel closer to these beautiful animals than ever before. The park came into being in 2006, when Benjamin Mee and his family came across Dartmoor Wildlife Park (locally known as Sparkwell Wildlife Park). Benjamin’s story was documented in his book “We Bought A Zoo”, which was also released as a Hollywood movie of the same title in 2011, starring Matt Damon and Scarlett Johansson.

Thurs Apr-16 MINEHEAD & DELIGHTFUL DUNSTER £17 £16 £15

Sat Apr-18 CARDIFF FLOWER SHOW £32 £31 £30 ***

Sat Apr-18 CAPTIVATING CARDIFF £20 £19 £18

Thurs Apr-23 WESTON-SUPER-MARE & OAKHAM TREASURES £25 £24 £23 *** Oakham Treasures is one of the largest privately owned museums of retail and farming history in the UK and guarantees to give

you an amazing and uplifting trip down memory lane. Whether you are 8 or 80, you'll be fascinated by this vast and unique collection of memorabilia from the last century. There really is something for everybody, from the thousands of items in the historic stores, to the impressive display of vintage tractors and farm equipment.

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Sat Apr-25 WONDERFUL WELLS & MARKET DAY £18 £17 £16

Thurs Apr-30 SIDMOUTH & THE DONKEY SANCTUARY £17 £16 £15

Fri May-01 EXETER & EXETER TO EXMOUTH CANAL CRUISE £28 £27 £26 *** We spend some free time in Exeter in the morning with an afternoon 2.5 hour canal cruise from Exeter to Exmouth sailing along

the oldest working shipping canal in Europe! Sit back and soak up the scenery, watch the locks come to life and the swing bridge majestically open before arriving in the seaside town of Exmouth.

Sat May-09 MALVERN SPRING FLOWER SHOW £46 £45 £44 *** Based at the Three Counties Showground in Malvern, Worcestershire and framed by the picturesque Malvern Hills, the RHS

Malvern Spring Festival is the perfect opportunity to prepare for the upcoming gardening season. Enjoy a walk around the show gardens, gather inspiration from exhibitors in the Floral Marquee and get hints and tips from a range of talks and demonstrations at this fantastic early season show.

Tues May-12 HESTERCOMBE GARDENS & TAUNTON £28 £27 £26 *** Hestercombe House and Gardens offers a unique combination of three centuries of garden design: Coplestone Warre

Bampfylde’s Georgian landscape garden, the Victorian terrace and shrubbery and the stunning Edwardian garden design by Sir Edwin Lutyens and Gertrude Jekyll. All of the gardens have undergone acclaimed restoration works and provide important examples of gardens in contrasting styles that continue to grow and develop. The restored 17th century watermill complex showcases historic uses of renewable energy alongside the original working mill machinery. The award-winning visitor facilities include the warm and welcoming Stables Kitchen Cafe with a bright, airy courtyard, gift shop and plant centre. Inside the historic Hestercombe House find the beautiful Column Room Restaurant serving quintessential British afternoon teas and delicious light lunches. The Contemporary Art Gallery and second-hand bookshop provide lots more to see and do, whatever the weather.

Sat May-16 PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT Matinee @ Bristol Hippodrome £64 £63 £62 *** The iconic musical Priscilla Queen of the Desert is going on tour! Starring Strictly Come Dancing winner Joe McFadden and with

more glitter than ever before! This smash-hit show features a dazzling array of stunning costumes, fabulous feathers and a non-stop parade of dance-floor classics including It’s Raining Men, I Will Survive, I Love The Nightlife and Finally!

Sat May-16 BRISTOL SHOPPER £19 £18 £17

Sun May-17 ST IVES FOOD FESTIVAL £20 £19 £18

Fri May-22 DEVON COUNTY SHOW £35 £34 £33 ***

Sat May-23 MONKEYWORLD APE RESCUE CENTRE £33 £29 £29 *** The 65-acre park is home to the stars of TV’s ‘Monkey Life’ and ‘Monkey Business’, and provides sanctuary for rescued and

endangered primates from around the world. Some are now part of international breeding programmes for endangered species & Europe’s official orang-utan crèche!

Wed May-27 ABBOTSBURY SWANNERY & SUBTROPICAL GARDENS £33 £32 £31 *** Abbotsbury Swannery is the only place in the world where you are able to walk through the heart of a colony of nesting Mute

Swans. A visit to this beautiful place is considered to be one of the best things to do in Dorset. The Subtropical Garden is a mixture of formal and informal flowers, world famous for its Camellia groves and magnolias. Noted for its Rhododendron and Hydrangea collections and the charming Victorian Garden, facilities include the Colonial Restaurant, a gift shop and a fantastic plant centre where many of the flowers grown in the garden can be purchased.

Sat May-30 KINGSBRIDGE FOOD & MUSIC FESTIVAL £19 £18 £17

Sat Jun-06 ROYAL CORNWALL SHOW £37 £36 £24 ***

Sun Jun-07 TORBAY AIR SHOW £18 £17 £16 Hosting an incredible air display programme, the Airshow features the best military and civilian display teams, including the

RAF Red Arrows, RAF Typhoon Display Team, RAF Tucano T1 and the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, featuring the Hurricane, Spitfire and Dakota.

Sun Jun-07 TYNTESFIELD HOUSE & GARDENS - NATIONAL TRUST PROPERTY £35 £34 £25 *** National Trust Member Prices £19 £18 £17 Tyntesfield, just a stone’s throw away from Bristol, was not built as a bold and extravagant statement of wealth, power or politics.

Its purpose was simple; to serve as a family home. Once hidden and inaccessible, the ordinary and extraordinary lives and possessions of four generations of the Gibbs family are ready for discovery. The garden and estate balance faded beauty and function with an abundance of nature; celebrated in ornate Gothic carvings that decorate the house. Flower filled terraces, an empty lake, woodland, champion trees and productive kitchen garden give further opportunities for exploration.

Thurs Jun-11 LOST GARDENS OF HELIGAN £31 £30 £26 *** Twenty five years ago The Lost Gardens of Heligan were rediscovered from the brambles of time. Today, Heligan remains one

of the most loved and romantic gardens in the UK, appreciated as much for their beauty and mystery, as for the ground breaking restoration project – the largest in Europe. Over 200 acres are now a paradise for the explorer, plant lover and garden romantic

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Sat Jun-13 PORT ISAAC & PADSTOW £18 £17 £16

Sun Jun-14 SIDMOUTH & LONG RIVER EXE CRUISE FROM EXMOUTH £26 £25 £24 *** In the morning we spend some free time in Sidmouth before our 2.5 hour afternoon cruise on the quiet and peaceful waters

admiring the stunning scenery, wildlife and nature of this award-winning river. Your captain will give you live, informative and enjoyable commentary throughout the cruise on either the lower heated decks with huge windows or the outside upper decks

Sat Jun-20 MAMMA MIA Matinee @ Bristol Hippodrome £77 £76 £75 *** Set on a Greek island paradise, a story of love, friendship and identity is cleverly told through the timeless songs of ABBA.

Whatever age you are, you can’t help but have the time of your life at MAMMA MIA!

Sat Jun-20 BRISTOL SHOPPER £19 £18 £17

Sun Jun-21 WESTON-SUPER-MARE - LOTS TO SEE & DO - Air Festival Day & Shopping £18 £17 £16

Sun Jun-28 EDEN PROJECT £34 £31 £25 *** Dubbed the Eighth Wonder of the World by some, the Eden Project is a dramatic global garden housed in tropical biomes that

nestle in a crater the size of 30 football pitches. Eden barely needs an introduction, but this epic destination definitely deserves a day of your undivided attention. More than just a huge, tropical garden, Eden is a gateway into the relationships between plants and people, and a fascinating insight into the story of mankind's dependence on plant life.

Mon Jun-29 STUNNING SALCOMBE £19 £18 £17

Wed Jul-01 LOVELY LYME REGIS £18 £17 £16

Sun Jul-05 SOUTH DEVON 1940'S FESTIVAL & STEAM TRAIN RIDE £35 £34 £25 ***

Sat Jul-11 RNAS YEOVILTON INTERNATIONAL AIR DAY £41 £40 £26 *** Over five hours of amazing flying displays and an extensive static display will feature historic naval aircraft and their modern-

day counterparts in spectacular role demonstrations. Alongside the magnificent flying display there will also be a huge array of ground attractions, from engineering fairs to the latest defence technology exhibitions, Service displays, trade stalls and arena displays. For the thrill seekers, there will be simulators, fairground rides and helicopter pleasure flights to enjoy.

Sat Jul-18 BRISTOL HARBOUR FESTIVAL £19 £18 £17

Sat Jul-25 WONDERFUL WELLS & MARKET DAY £18 £17 £16

Sun Jul-26 DAWLISH & TEIGNMOUTH £18 £17 £16

Tues Jul-28 KILVER COURT GARDENS, DESIGNER VILLAGE & GARDEN CENTRE £25 £24 £23 *** The visionary design influences of Mulberry founder Roger Saul can now be seen coming to fruition in the gardens at Kilver Court.

His unique planting schemes using colour and texture are evident in the newly redesigned 100m colourist herbaceous border, formal parterre and subtropical island. This eclectic garden is also home to one of the largest sculptures in the world, a breath-taking 15-metre-high Victorian viaduct. You can also explore the garden nursery which is a treasure trove of garden gifts, plants and tools and the many shops and eateries in the designer village. There is certainly plenty to see and do here for the day.

Thurs Jul-30 WOOKEY HOLE CAVES & ATTRACTIONS £33 £31 £29 *** Take a walk on the wild side and meet the prehistoric dinosaurs in Dinosaur Valley! See what evidence your little palaeontologists

will discover of these giants in the little detective’s Dino Dig! Challenge the life-size King Kong and search for little fairies in the magical Fairy Gardens while admiring the stunning views of the ravine and River Axe Waterfalls, from the Wookey Hole Pier! Next, Explore the Witch’s Laboratory and 4D Cinema for a truly immersive experience! Let the Witch take you into a magical world, and be transported into all-time family favourite - Ice Age: Dawn of The Dinosaurs! Continue your adventure with the paper mill, soft play areas, penny arcade machines, adventure golf and much more.

Sat Aug-01 THE ROUND ROBIN £41 £40 £39 *** Depending on todays tide we will be travelling either clockwise or anti-clockwise on this beautiful and popular trip. This is a

great way to explore South Devon with visits to Paignton, Dartmouth and Totnes. We will take a 90 minute river cruise, a trip on the foot ferry and an enjoyable 30 minute steam train ride.

Sun Aug-02 SIDMOUTH FOLK FESTIVAL £17 £16 £15

Sat Aug-08 TAUNTON SHOPPER £17 £16 £15

Sat Aug-08 TAUNTON FLOWER SHOW £29 £28 £15 *** Taunton Flower Show is held in Vivary Park in Taunton and has been a regular part of the summer since 1831. The centre piece of

the show are the large competitive classes and floral classes marquees. The centre of the park is an arena where events such as marching bands, dog displays, dramatic motor bike events etc take place. The show also features other smaller marquees - we have a bees and honey show and a wine show. The show also has a children's zone where our younger visitors can be entertained.

Sun Aug-09 THE MINIATURE PONY CENTRE DARTMOOR £24 £23 £22 *** On the edge of wild and magical Dartmoor in Devon is a hidden gem of all things small, cute and cuddly. Can you imagine being

able to go into a paddock and to be surrounded by miniature ponies and tiny foals. The joy of being able to stroke and cuddle them is something to remember forever and is an animal lover’s idea of heaven! Enjoy the beautiful surroundings, 6 different play areas and the many daily activities. Meet all of the impressive larger horses and see the brand new weird and wonderful animals, including the Unicorn.

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Thurs Aug-13 PLYMOUTH - BRITISH FIREWORK CHAMPIONSHIPS £18 £17 £16

Fri Aug-14 SIDMOUTH & JURASSIC COAST CRUISE £28 £27 £26 *** In the morning we spend some time in beautiful Sidmouth before our afternoon 3 hour cruise. There's no better way to see

England's only natural UNESCO World Heritage Site than from the water. The cruise departs from Sidmouth and sails along the oldest section of the Site, known as the Triassic Era.

Thurs Aug-20 CARDIFF SHOPPER £20 £19 £18

Sat Aug-22 THE WORLD OF COUNTRY LIFE £30 £27 £26 *** With oodles of indoor and outdoor amusement your day will be filled with fun whatever the weather! Kids, adults and

grandparents can all enjoy the day and take home some wonderful lifetime memories. You can hand feed a Deer or Llama, walk a pygmy goat or bottle feed a lamb. Watch the hilarious animal racing events – ‘Lamb National’, ‘Quacky Races’ or ‘Total Ferret Wipeout’ and the amazing flying displays by Hawkridge Birds of Prey. Take a walk back in time down memory lane and explore the Victorian street, call in at the Game Keeper’s Cottage, drop into the dress shop, stop off at the garage or pop into the pub - all featuring memorabilia from years gone by. The Hall of Transport houses one of the largest collection of vintage vehicles, motorcyles and steam engines in the South West. As well as a daily programme of activities, there are many different play areas including ‘Appy Angus soft play areas, a giant air bouncer, slides, electric cars, trampolines, pirate ship, adventure playground and so much more.

Thurs Aug-27 RIVER DART CRUISE & DARTMOUTH £30 £29 £28 *** Today we will spend some time in Dartmouth and also enjoy a 90 minute cruise sailing along 9 miles of the beautiful River Dart.

During the cruise you will see the Royal Britannia Royal Naval College, the Greenway Estate, the riverside villages of Stoke Gabriel and Dittisham and the Sharpham Estate with its vineyards.

Sat Aug-29 BOWOOD HOUSE & GARDENS with Tea/Coffee & Biscuits on Arrival £34 £33 £32 *** Discover the rich and fascinating history of Bowood House and the Lansdowne family, set within 100 acres of beautifully

landscaped ‘Capability’ Brown Parkland. Surrounding the Georgian House is the Italian-inspired Terrace Garden and the herbaceous border, all radiating colour throughout the seasons.

Thurs Sep-03 STOURHEAD - NATIONAL TRUST PROPERTY £37 £36 £35 *** National Trust Member Prices £20 £19 £18 When Stourhead first opened in the 1740s, a magazine described it as ‘a living work of art’. The world-famous landscape garden

has at its centrepiece a magnificent lake reflecting classical temples, mystical grottoes, and rare and exotic trees, and offers a day of fresh air and discovery. Uncover the fascinating history of Stourhead house with an Italian ‘Grand Tour’ adventure and enjoy the unique Regency library, Chippendale furniture and inspirational paintings. The Palladian house is set amid ‘picnic perfect’ lawns and extensive parkland.

Sun Sep-06 SIDMOUTH & AFTERNOON CREAM TEA CRUISE FROM EXMOUTH £28 £27 £26 *** In the morning we spend some free time in Sidmouth before our afternoon cream tea cruise, sailing on calm sheltered waters.

The skipper will give a live commentary on the history of the area, the beautiful sights and the wildlife. During the trip you will be served with fresh Devon Scones smothered with strawberry jam and locally made clotted cream, with a tea or coffee.

Tues Sep-08 WIDECOMBE FAIR £18 £17 £16

Sat Sep-12 LOOE & POLPERRO £18 £17 £16

Thurs Sep-17 DELIGHTFUL DARTMOUTH £18 £17 £16

Sun Sep-20 WONDERFUL WEYMOUTH £19 £18 £17

Thurs Sep-24 BRIXHAM & COLETON FISHACRE - NATIONAL TRUST PROPERTY £30 £29 £22 *** National Trust Member Prices £18 £17 £16 This most evocative of country homes was built in the Arts & Crafts style, and is imbued with Art Deco elegance. A light, joyful

atmosphere fills the rooms, and music plays, echoing the family's Gilbert and Sullivan connections. You can get an insight into 1920s life 'upstairs and downstairs' from the glamorous Saloon and the airy servants' rooms. In the RHS accredited garden viewpoints give enticing glimpses out to sea, paths weave through glades past tranquil ponds, and tender plants from the Mediterranean, South Africa and New Zealand thrive in the moist and sheltered valley.

Sun Sep-27 EXMOUTH & BUDLEIGH SALTERTON £18 £17 £16 ***

Sat Oct-03 KILLERTON - NATIONAL TRUST PROPERTY £30 £29 £22 *** National Trust Member Prices £18 £17 £16 Would you give away your family home for your political beliefs? Sir Richard Acland did just that with his Killerton Estate in the

heart of Devon, when he gave it to the Trust in 1944. Today, you'll find a friendly Georgian house set in 2,600 hectares (6,400 acres) of working farmland, woods, parkland, cottages and orchards.There's plenty of calm space in the glorious garden, beautiful year-round with rhododendrons, magnolias, champion trees and formal lawns. You can explore winding paths, climb an extinct volcano, discover an Iron Age hill fort and take in distant views towards Dartmoor.

Sat Oct-10 ALL DAY MYSTERY TOUR - Where are we going??? £20 £19 £18

Sun Oct-11 PAIGNTON, BUCKFAST BUTTERFLIES & OTTER SANCTUARY £26 £25 £24 ***

Wed Oct-14 TAVISTOCK GOOSEY FAIR £17 £16 £15

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Thurs Oct-22 TOTNES & LUKESLAND GARDENS including tea and cake £27 £26 £25 *** Lukesland is a 24-acre family-run garden in Dartmoor National Park, on the edge of Ivybridge. Set in the picturesque valley of

the Addicombe Brook, Lukesland is well-loved for its wonderful range of spring and autumn flowering shrubs and specimen trees, some dating from Victorian times. The great variety also makes it stunning in October. The shelterbelts of beeches, planted by the Victorians to protect the garden, turn a glorious gold, while more exotic species such as acers, azaleas, gingko and katsura reflect their fiery red sand oranges in the pools of the Addicombe Brook.

Sat Oct-24 AEROSPACE BRISTOL £30 £29 £26 *** Aerospace Bristol is a new industrial heritage museum that tells the story of Bristol's world-class aerospace industry. You'll even

have the chance to go aboard Concorde Alpha Foxtrot. Designed, built and tested in Bristol, she was the last Concorde to be built and also the last to ever fly.

Sat Oct-24 CRIBBS CAUSEWAY £18 £17 £16

Thurs Oct-29 BAMPTON CHARTER FAIR £17 £16 £15

Sat Nov-07 BRIDGWATER CARNIVAL £18 £17 £16

Sat Nov-14 NORTH PETHERTON CARNIVAL & TAUNTON £18 £17 £16

Festive Day Tours and Christmas Markets Sat Nov-21 BATH CHRISTMAS MARKET £19 £18 £17

Sun Nov-22 CARDIFF CHRISTMAS MARKET £20 £19 £18

Thurs Nov-26 BATH CHRISTMAS MARKET £19 £18 £17

Sat Nov-28 EXETER CHRISTMAS MARKET & EXMOUTH FESTIVE CRUISE £27 £26 £25 *** This morning we spend some time at the Christmas Market situated on the Cathedral Green in Exeter. Featuring a selection of

crafts, fresh food and a bustling atmosphere helped by delicious food stalls and Bavarian-style bars, it is inspired by German Markets with traditional wooden chalets. This afternoon we make our way to Exmouth for our 90 minute Festive Cruise with a warming mulled wine and mince pies. The festively decorated boat has a covered, heated lower decks or if you prefer the fresh air on the outside deck you can cosy up in the blankets provided.

Sun Nov-29 CLARKS VILLAGE £18 £17 £16

Tues Dec-01 SALISBURY CHRISTMAS MARKET £20 £19 £18

Thurs Dec-03 BATH CHRISTMAS MARKET £19 £18 £17

Sat Dec-05 DUNSTER BY CANDLELIGHT £21 £20 £19 *** This is a wonderful event where the medieval village turns it's back on the present and lights it's streets with candles. There are

a variety of street entertainers including Choirs, Morris Dancers, Hand Bell Ringers, Entertainment in the High Street and West Street.

Sun Dec-06 LONGLEAT - 'FESTIVAL OF LIGHT' £47 £41 £38 ***

Wed Dec-09 PLYMOUTH CHRISTMAS MARKET £18 £17 £16

Sat Dec-12 CARDIFF CHRISTMAS MARKET £20 £19 £18

Sun Dec-13 CRIBBS CAUSEWAY £18 £17 £16

Thurs Dec-17 CARDIFF CHRISTMAS MARKET £20 £19 £18

Admission included in price when marked with *** Extra tours added throughout the year - so take a look in your local paper for theatre trips and more.

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Day Tours - Conditions of Booking: Full Payment is required within 7 days of booking, by cheque,card or cash paid into our office, Melian Pet Supplies, or Ilfracombe Tourist Information Centre (unless previously agreed otherwise). Cancellations must be notified at least 3 days (72 hours) before departure and will be subject to a 30% cancellation charge. If theatre / entrance tickets have been obtained, then the net cost of these will also be deducted. Refunds cannot be made for cancellations after this time. We reserve the right to cancel tours due to insufficient numbers of passengers or circumstances beyond our control, in such instances a full refund will be given. Dates may change from those advertised. There is no requirement for Financial Protection on day trips and none is provided.