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COACH TOUR OPERATORS • WORLDWIDE TRAVEL AGENTS3 Station Road, Glenfield, Leicester LE3 8BT Telephone: (0116) 287 1608 and 287 7207 Fax: (0116) 287 8003

Email: [email protected] Website: www.glenfieldtravel.co.uk

A New Presentation of QualityCoach Breaks at Affordable Prices

2014-2015

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TORQUAYOur base is the ‘Headland Hotel’with it’s magnificent views ofMeadfoot Beach. Theaccommodation is delightful,spacious and tastefully furnished,there is also a bar, lift and it hasan enviable reputation for servingfine food.

We shall visit Dartmouth, home ofthe Royal Naval College, travellingon the Old Great Western Railway,Dawlish, Teignmouth, and a daytrip to Plymouth crossingDartmoor.

Departing October 13th, 2014.5 days. £299 HB

ILFRACOMBEOur hotel The Ilfracombe Carltonis the highest-rated hotel in thetown. It has a seafront positionand is only a 10 minute stroll tothe ancient harbour.Accommodation is first class withen-suite bedrooms, lounge barand a lift that serves all floors.

Tours include a Narrow GaugeRailway Trip from Lynton, andvisits to the harbour town ofLynmouth, Barnstaple and aCrystal Factory.

Depart September 29th, 2014.5 days. £329 HB

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AutumnBreaks

BLACKPOOLBlackpool Illuminations arewithout doubt the mostspectacular light and laser showto be seen anywhere, and ourcoach will take you for an eveningdrive the full length of theseafront to enjoy it’smagnificence.

We visit Southport, an elegantvictorian resort to enjoy it’sfamous parks and shoppingparades.

We stay at the Queen’s Hotelseafront. It has spaciousaccommodation, is delightful withall rooms en-suite and arestaurant that serves excellentcuisine.

Depart October 24th, 2014.3 days. £169 HB

ISLE OF WIGHTWe stay at The Ocean HotelSeafront, Sandown. Theaccommodation is superb andrestaurant delightful. It isspacious and serves excellentcuisine.

We include Island Tours and freeentry to the Islands WaterSpectacular”Waltzing Waters”.

The island is 23 miles by 17, andblessed with glorious countrysideand lovely beaches.

Owned and run by the samefamily for 56 years.

Departing September 13th,2014. 6 days. £359 HB

This is an extended break of 6 days.

Autumn draws on - the days get shorter and the eveningscooler, but the hotels we use are warm and cosy. Theaccommodation is first class, all rooms en-suite and thefood is excellent . . . and we include day-time excursionsand evening entertainment.Sounds good doesn’t it? - It is!

20th AnniversaryComedy WeekendSAND BAY LEISURE RESORT

Weston-super-MareFor 20 years now we have beenarranging mirth and merriment

weekends for some 12,000customers who mostly return year

after year.

This year is going to be special! Weshall include 10 star acts, in-housefloor show, quizzes, line dancing

and bingo - all presented in afestive turkey/tinsel weekend.

There is a late night bar, chaletaccommodation with private

facilities, tea/coffee etc., full boardself-service, indoor pool and a free

coach excursion.

This festive treat is fantasic valueat £185 per person

Self drive £155 per person

Depart Friday, November 14th, 2014Return Monday, November 17th, 2014


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Festive Specials

Twixmas andThe New Year!

Turkey and TinselWISHING YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A VERY HAPPY NEW YEARSIDMOUTHEnjoy an early taste of Christmas at the superbRoyal York and Faulkner, a delightful hotel on thetown’s seafront in South Devon. It’s Olde Worldecharm will delight you, along with qualityaccommodation (4 crowns) and Christmassy Cuisineserved in a spacious restaurant. All rooms en-suite,bar, lift, entertainment and excursions included.

Depart November 8th, 2014. 5 days. £309

EASTBOURNEThe Congress Hotel is a firm favourite of GlenfieldTravel customers, sited just off the floralpromenade, it is spacious, warm and cosy, andserves excellent cuisine. Christmassy Festivity isarranged along with entertainment, excursions anda complimentary drink each evening provided byGlenfield Travel. Lift to all floors.

Depart November 24th, 2014. 5 days. £279

A SCOTTISH HOGMANAYAt The George & AbbotsfordHotel, MelroseOur previous visits to the The George & Abbotsfordhave been highly successful, so why not join us and

see how the Scots live it up. Excellent cuisine servedthroughout. The New Years Eve Banquet is a 5-course dinner followed by entertainment, includinga Ceilidh band and choir.

Glenfield Travel will provide a complimentary drinkeach evening and there is a Firework Displayoutside the hotel.

New Years Day - Late Breakfast - 3pm Meal - 8pmBuffet and Entertainment Excursions included.

A Superb Offer - Depart December 30th, 20144 days. £259

TWIXMAS IN SUSSEXTo the delightful Congress Hotel in Eastbourne. It isspacious and has quality accommodation. Seasonalfayre is served in the cosy restaurant.

Our Twixmas allows you to spend Christmas athome then relax at The Congress and be back hometo see the New Year in.

A superb break has been arranged withentertainment, excursions, dancing, Pantomime visitand we include a complimentary drink eachevening. Lift to all floors.

Depart December 27th, 2014. 4 days. £219


SCARBOROUGH- A WINTER WARMERAt The Red Lea Hotel, Scarborough (see detailsopposite) to include Excursions and Entertainment.All rooms en-suite, lift and a free drink each eveningwith the compliments of Glenfield Travel.

PROGRAMMEMonday Evening Dinner of the famous

Yorkshire Fish and Chips.Other choices available each evening.

Tuesday Excursion. Return for Traditional RoastBeef Dinner. Entertainment

Wednesday Excursion Yorkshire Moors Railway*.Evening dinner and a night atScarborough Races. Who knows youmay win a bob or two. Prizes given.

Thursday Excursion after dinner we attend ‘TheLast Night of The Proms’. All the musicand songs you love to hear.

Depart March 30th, 2015. 5 days. £255*Railway subject to operation

NEWQUAY AND THECORNISH COASTAt this popular Cornish resort we stay at The VictoriaHotel Seafront, with stunning views, everything in itis first-class. Spacious lounge, delightful restaurantand accommodation.Our excursions will include the beautiful harbourtown of St. Ives - an Artists Haven. Truro (the CountyTown) onwards to Falmouth. A morning trip toPadstow - a fishing town with a delightful harbour.Returning for an afternoon in Newquay.DeparturesJune 22nd, 2015. 5 days. £385September 14th, 2015. 5 days. £385Glenfield Travel will provide a complimentarydrink each evening

TORQUAY- THE ENGLISH RIVIERATo The Headland Hotel, set on one of the mostscenic areas of Torquay, and overlooking thedelightful Meadfoot Beach.

Accommodation is first-class. Fine food is prepareddaily from locally-sourced ingredients.

There is a swimming pool, bar and lift.

A Coastal Tour of Dawlish and Teignmouth isplanned. A day-out to the Victorian town ofSidmouth and a train journey to Kingswear, and aFerry Crossing to Dartmouth - home of The RoyalNaval College.

Departure July 20th, 2015. £359. 5 days.

Glenfield Travel will provide a complimentarydrink each evening

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SCARBOROUGH & THEYORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAYOn our way to the Red LeaHotel South Cliff, we make astop in the historic city ofYork for refreshment andsightseeing.

The Red Lea is a qualityhotel that serves excellentfood and accommodation isfirst class. There is a lift plusindoor pool andentertainment is providedeach evening.

Excursions include Rail Journey Pickering to Whitby. A trip toMalton and Flamborough Head and a drive through The Valeof Pickering calling at Thornton-le-Dale and Helmsley.

On our way home we call at Eden Camp Malton and re-livethe 1940s.

Departure June 15th, 2015. 5 days. £339.

Glenfield Travel will provide a complimentary drink each evening.


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WEYMOUTH - A DORSETDELIGHTWe stay at The Berkeley Hotel, an original Georgianlisted building, centrally situated on the seafront withstunning views of Weymouth Bay, Portland Harbourand the Jurassic Coast.

All rooms en-suite with hospitality tray, large lounge,dance floor and lift to all floors, and the delights servedin the dining room with freshly-cooked home stylemeals.

We visit Dorchester - the county town, a day inBournemuth a visit to Swanage to join the SteamRailway to Corfe Castle.

Depart August 10th, 2015. 5 days. £329

TENBY AND ST. DAVIDSThe Belgrave Hotel is warm and relaxing. All rooms en-suite with usual facilities. The restaurant is first-class asis the cuisine served.

We include a round trip to Haverford West andPembroke. A visit to Laugharne - home of DylanThomas, The famous Welsh poet, and a boat trip out toCaldey Island to visit the Monastery, where monks sellchocolates, shortbread, perfume etc. and we include acomplimentary drink each evening to round off thisvisit to Wales.

Departures*April 20th, 2015. 5 days. £299August 23rd, 2015. 6 days. £379*The April 20th depature also includes: Three packed lunches,afternoon tea and all drinks between 6pm and 10.30pm each evening.

ISLE OF WIGHTYour holiday starts with a ferry sailing fromSouthampton to East Cowes and onwards to the OceanHotel, Sandown. This superb hotel is on the seafrontwith views from the delightful restaurant.

There is a large lounge, bar, all rooms en-suite, lift to allfloors and managed and owned by the same family for56 years.

We’ll tour the island and Glenfield Travel will provide acomplimentary drink on arrival and entry to the Islandstop entertainment venue ‘Waltzing Waters’ to experiencethis water spectacular.

DeparturesJune 8th, 2015. 6 days. £359September 21st, 2015. 6 days. £329

ILFRACOMBE - PRIDE OFNORTH DEVON‘The Ilfracombe Carlton’ is the highest-rated hotel in thetown. A delightful spacious hotel offering trueDevonshire hospitality.There is a lounge bar, entertainment and a lift to allfloors.It’s but a 10-minute stroll to the ancient harbour and wetour the area with excursions to Barnstaple, a crystalfactory and a narrow gauge railway trip from Lynton toWoody Bay and onwards to the picturesque town ofLynmouth.

Depart September 28th, 2015. 5 days. £329

Glenfield Travel will provide a complimentary drinkeach evening.

Seasonal Value

An array of colourful houses adorns the winding streets of Tenby - a beautiful holiday destination.Boasting gorgeous beaches, the charm of a traditional seaside resort and an intriguing history, it’s clearto see why Tenby is so attractive.


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JERSEY ANDISLE OF MAN

We have many departuresby air and sea arranged visiting these beautifulislands, but there isn’t enough space here to dothem justice, so we have produced special leafletsfor you (flyers) copies of which we enclose withthis brochure.

PORTHCAWL AND THE GOWERPENINSULAStaying at The Seabank Hotel, a landmark building with coastal views from allsides, and but a short walk to the town centre. It has all the usual facilitiesfor a pleasant visit to South Wales. The attractive restaurant serves tastefullyprepared meals, the bedrooms are all en-suite, there are two small loungeswith sea views, entertainment and a lift.

Excursions include a visit to Swansea and The Gower Heritage Coast. A visitto St. Fagan’s Outdoor Museum, Cardiff for an experience of how Welshpeople lived 100 years ago.

We also take a drive over The Brecon Beacons, visiting it’s main town Brecon.

Departure July 4th, 2015. 5 days. £329We provide a complimentary drink each evening

LLANDUDNO AND SNOWDONIAStanding on the beautiful seat-lined promenade, but only minutes from thetown centre, shops and attractions, this spacious Somerset hotel has first-class accommodation, lounges, rooms en-suite with all the usual facilities andprovides entertainment, a dance floor and a lift.

We drive through the Vale of Llanberis and visit Caernarfon. A day to the Isleof Anglesey and we include a rail journey on the Ffestiniog small gauge lineto Porthmadoc.

Depart July 6th, 2015. 5 days. £339

SIDMOUTH - A VICTORIAN DELIGHTThis Victorian resort on the South Devon Coast still retains it’s Olde Worldecharm and we stay at The Royal York and Faulkner Hotel. It’s a 4-star hotel ofthe highest calibre and stands on the seafront with stunning view of the seaand cliffs.

This is a quality hotel, all rooms are en-suite with a delightful lounge. There isa lift and the hotel provides entertainment most evenings.

We include a coastal excursion to Dawlish and Teignmouth, a day visit toExeter and a day in Torbay.

Depart May 25th, 2015. 5 days. £385

GLENFIELD TRAVEL34 years serving our local communityQuality Breaks and Value For Money are the hallmarks

of our business.

We receive many congratulatory messages and canassure you the holidays in this brochure all equal if not

better than previous ones as we constantly strive to improve.

I hope you will choose Glenfield Travel for your next holiday.I know you won’t be disappointed.

Yours sincerely from the Team at Glenfield Travel


THE ROYAL EDINBURGHMILITARY TATTOOIt’s great to be returning to The George &Abbotsford Hotel, Melrose. Now under newmanagement with many improvements underway at this delightful Victorian Hotel, situated inthe award-winning town of Melrose.Friday Welcoming refreshments on arrival.

Evening dinner with a complimentarydrink.

Saturday After a full Scottish breakfast we headto the capital city for sightseeing andentertainment at The Fringe Festival.Tonight reserved seats await at the World Famous Tattoo.Supper will be served on our return to the hotel.

Sunday After breakfast we tour the local area, returning for time in Melrose.Tonight a Scottish Banquet is arranged with entertainment and a free drink with the compliments ofGlenfield Travel.

Monday Homeward bound with refreshment stop at Gretna GreenDepart August 7th, 2015. 4 days. £275

EASTBOURNE- THE PRIDE OF SUSSEXJust off the floral promenade, The Congress Hotel is aspacious family-owned and run hotel.It has superior accommodation which overlooks the garden,as does the delightful restaurant, where you can be sure oftraditional cuisine. There are lounges, a dance floor, bar, liftto all floors en-suite rooms and evening entertainment.Local excursions include the town of Alfriston, returning toEastbourne for afternoon sightseeing/shopping.We visit Lewes - the county town, and Hastings, with ajourney arranged on the Kent and East Sussex Railway.To add to your delight Glenfield Travel include acomplimentary drink each evening and a visit to a varietyshow.Departures: May 11th, 2015. 5 days. £319

September 7th, 2015. 5 days. £309

London TheatreLet us take the hassle out of your weekend in London. We’ll purchase your theatre tickets, arrange the

return rail journeys and your overnight hotel, and if you wish, the following morning we could include aThames boat trip or a ride on the London Eye.

Just call Steve on(0116) 287 1608/287 7207

- he will be pleasedto help you.

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They call it the “Greatest Free Show on Earth”. It’s made up of 1 million coloured bulbs and 500 scenic displaysand tableaux, and to ensure you enjoy it to the full we shall take an evening drive the full length of thepromenade. We stay at the ‘Queens Hotel’, ideally situated between the Central and South Piers, overlooking theIrish Sea. Centrally heated with all rooms en-suite, spacious public area include lounges, cocktail bar and therefurbished theatre bar where you can enjoy super entertainment.

We make a trip to Southport, an elegant Victorian town with a superb promenade and beach, it’s parks arebeautiful and the shops in the town are outstanding.

Depart October 23rd, 2015. 3 days. £189

Glenfield Travel will include a compimentary drink each evening

THE FAMOUS BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS

SUFFOLK - JOHNCONSTABLE COUNTRYFriday With a complimentary coffee stop en-route

we drive to the delightful city of ELY thenonwards to our hotel for 3 nights.

Saturday We tour the countryside today visiting thedelightful town of Lavenham, with its 16thCentury half-timbered buildings. LongMelford with its many antique shops andfinally to the market town of Sudbury, birthplace of Thomas Gainsborough.

Sunday Our first call today is at East Bergholt, thebirth place of John Constable, and on toFlatford, where he painted “THE HAYWAIN”,half hour long trips on the River Stour areavailable here.The afternoon is taken up with a visit to theseaside resort of Felixstowe.

Monday Homeward today with a visit to Lowestoft for sightseeing andrefreshments.

Depart August 28th, 2015. 4 days. £249

NOTICEBOARDDear Friends - Need a Speaker?

Having run his own business in Glenfield,

Leicester, for over 33 years, Steve has built

up a wealth of humourous stories and

situations from his life in the travel

industry, from the day he started for the

present.

Listen to them in a hilarious routine,

sure to have you laughing. With his “First

Time Flyers”, “Road Signs” “Checking-in”

and “What Goes Up Must Come Down”!

Steve is ideal for all groups, but

after listening to him -

will you ever flyagain?

GROUPS!Glenfield Travel have been arranginggroup holidays for 33 years. Werepresent many professional bodies,Retirement Clubs, works Outings andWomen’s Institutes, etc., etc.

If you are a group organiser andwould like more information, whynot telephone Stephen on 0116 2871608, he will be pleased to explainthe service we offer and thediscounts he can secure for you.

PLANNING TO GO ABROAD?Do you fancy going abroad for yournext holiday? If so we can help!We act for all ABTA-bonded overseastour operators. We also planworldwide travel itineraries to suityour personal requirements. Flights,Hotels, Tours, Car Hire and Entranceto Attractions.

Glenfield Travel - GIFT TOKENS

Surprise the ones you love with a gift arrangement of one of

our Holiday Breaks.

You’ll receive out Personal Service and Confidentiality. We will

also have a surprise for them!

CHARITYThe Charity Raffle at Weston-super-Mare, 15th

November, 2013, raised £475 - £175 to LOROS,

£300 to Guide Dogs For The Blind.Thank you we have now raised a total of £7000.

The front cover picture is of the River Stour, Christchurch, Hampshire, just one of the delightful towns we visit on our tours.


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Information/Booking Hotline - �(0116) 287 1608 or 287 7207

THE GOOD OLDDAYSLet’s take you back in time to theatreof yesteryear. Enjoy Victorian songsand humour at the City VarietiesTheatre, Leeds. Beautifully restoredto its original glory and now offers alift and a restaurant. There isshopping time in Leeds before wetake our seats for the matineeperformance (2 p.m.).Depart Saturday, 18th October,2014. £42

CHRISTMASMARKETAfter our successful visit to Stamfordlast year we again visit this lovely oldtown. It comes alive with streetentertainment, Santa’s Grotto andsome 150 stalls offering gifts, foodand wine, arts and crafts - alldecorated to reflect this lovelyseason of the year. Ample coffeeshops and eating houses areavailable.Sunday, 30th November, 2014.£16 adult, £14 child

THURSFORDCHRISTMASSPECTACULARWe break our journey at Thorney, wherewe have arranged complimentarytea/coffee. At Thursford the hall has beendecked with the most delightful andlavish Christmas decorations. Thisextravaganza will thrill you with superbdances, choirs, pipers, military band andthe mighty Wurlitzer organ. It’s trulymagnificent and all sprinkled with thespirit of Christmas.

Saturday, December 13th. £59Wednesday, December 17th. £59

MatineePerformancesDays of Leisure

A TASTE OF DERBYSHIREThis morning we head to the famous market town ofChesterfield, and it’s church with the crooked spire.A drive through Chatsworth Park to the pretty townof Bakewell, siting by the banks of the River Wye.Refreshment time available.Now to the Well Dressings at Tissington. You’ll marvelat the beautiful tableaux made of flower heads andleaves.Depart Thursday 14th May, 2015. £17.50

LADIES DAY AT ASCOTA really wonderful and colourful day out. It’s thehighlight of the horse racing social calendar, and weadd to the glamour by including refreshments en-route, a lunch with sweet course and Champagnebefore racing begins.Afterwards a sumptuous buffet meal with sweetcourse, wines and beers on generous allocation areserved.Depart June 18th 2015. £159. Including GrandstandTicketAscot is always a sell-out - book early to avoid disappointment!


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SUMMARY OF GLENFIELD TRAVEL TOURS 2014/15What’s included: Local Pick-up. Executive Coach Travel. Coach Direct to Hotel. Half Board

Accommodation. Rooms with Private Facilities. Entertainment. Excursions. VAT.No Single Supplement.

COACH DEPARTURES 2014/15DATE Year Destination Duration Price

NOVEMBER 8TH 2014 SIDMOUTH 5 DAYS £309NOVEMBER 14TH 2014 COMEDY WEEKEND 4 DAYS £185

SELF DRIVE 4 DAYS £155NOVEMBER 24TH 2014 EASTBOURNE 5 DAYS £279DECEMBER 27TH 2014 EASTBOURNE 4 DAYS £219DECEMBER 30TH 2014 MELROSE 4 DAYS £259

2015MARCH 30TH 2015 SCARBOROUGH 5 DAYS £255APRIL 20TH 2015 TENBY 5 DAYS £299MAY 11TH 2015 EASTBOURNE 5 DAYS £319MAY 25TH 2015 SIDMOUTH 5 DAYS £385JUNE 8TH 2015 ISLE OF WIGHT 6 DAYS £359JUNE 15TH 2015 SCARBOROUGH 5 DAYS £339JUNE 22ND 2015 NEWQUAY 5 DAYS £385JULY 4TH 2015 PORTHCAWL 5 DAYS £329JULY 6TH 2015 LLANDUDNO 5 DAYS £339JULY 20TH 2015 TORQUAY 5 DAYS £359AUGUST 7TH 2015 EDINBURGH TATTOO 4 DAYS £275AUGUST 10TH 2015 WEYMOUTH 5 DAYS £329AUGUST 23RD 2015 TENBY 6 DAYS £379AUGUST 28TH 2015 SUFFOLK 4 DAYS £249SEPTEMBER 7TH 2015 EASTBOURNE 5 DAYS £309SEPTEMBER 14TH 2015 NEWQUAY 5 DAYS £385SEPTEMBER 21ST 2015 ISLE OF WIGHT 5 DAYS £329SEPTEMBER 28TH 2015 ILFRACOMBE 5 DAYS £329OCTOBER 23RD 2015 BLACKPOOL 3 DAYS £189

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