These luxury breaks in the heart of the Severn Valley will delight the discerning traveller. Look forward to high standards of food and accommodation in this four star country house hotel set in 23 acres of landscaped grounds and gardens - and some excellent leisure facilities too. We’ve also included some quality sightseeing excursions to compliment what will be a truly memorable five day break.

Dunoon, rightly known as the 'Gateway to the Highlands', relies on its delightful setting on the Firth of Clyde and the sheer beauty of the Cowal Peninsula to enchant its visitors. The resort itself boasts two fine bays, beautiful parks, and a four-mile long promenade that provides some of the most perfect level walks. This, together with visits to Loch Lomond, the spectacular highlands and islands of Argyll, and a journey over to the lovely Isle of Bute, make this holiday a wonderful choice in every way.

Fishguard has an enviable location overlooking the tranquillity of Fishguard Bay and set at the gateway to the spectacular Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. It was also the last place in Britain to be invaded in the late 18th Century, as well as the scene of the film version of Dylan Thomas’s famous ‘Under Milk Wood’. Divided into an upper and lower town it still has a thriving centre and bustling port and is the perfect base to discover the natural beauty and coastline of Pembrokeshire.

Treat yourself to a wonderfully indulgent few days at the luxurious Palace Hotel in Buxton, and take in some of England’s finest unspoilt scenery at the same time. The Barcelo Buxton Palace Hotel is situated in the heart of this historic spa town and is a famous landmark building in every respect and as a fitting compliment to our grand hotel base we’ve included a visit to one of Britain’s most stately estates - Chatsworth House and Gardens - plus some stately sightseeing featuring the most beautiful scenery of the breathtaking Derbyshire High Peaks. Go on, spoil yourself, you’re worth it…!

Treat yourself to a really fascinating short break with lots of interesting things to do and wonderful places to visit. Explore the historic cathedral city of Chester with its Roman origins and lovely half-timbered buildings, marvel at the unique Anderton Boat Lift and enjoy a relaxing cruise on the River Dee. You’ll also catch a wonderful glimpse of scenic Wales and the unspoilt Cheshire countryside - all beautifully squeezed into five memorable days!

Explore some of England’s most treasured landscapes, where mellow stone-built towns and villages are tucked away amidst rolling limestone hills. The Cotswolds became prosperous with the medieval wool trade, when fine churches and manor houses were built, unspoilt to this day. Our base is the Walton Hotel, a short drive from Shakespeare’s Stratford and ideal for touring the beautiful scenery and villages of the Cotswolds.

Tucked away in Ireland’s northwest, Donegal is a land of breathtaking natural beauty with a rugged coastline shaped over the years by the mighty Atlantic Ocean. There are spectacular mountains, majestic rivers and crystal-clear lakes, and a rich heritage where Gaelic language and culture still prevails. From Donegal’s largest market town of Letterkenny we see some of the area’s finest scenery, and also include a tour of the Antrim Coast, with a visit to Ireland’s finest natural wonder - the Giant’s Causeway.

Beautifully built amid the pinewoods, Bournemouth is so much more than just a seaside resort and an impressive array of attractions, it is one of the premier holiday centres in the country. There are two piers, two thousand acres of parks and gardens, seven miles of clean golden beaches, trafficfree shopping areas, regular military band concerts, star-studded evening entertainment and, of course, the beautiful Dorset coast and countryside is close by too.

The gently rolling landscapes of Nothumberland were for many centuries the battleground for warring clans and bitter fought battles, and the legends live on among the ruined castles and ancient battlements. Our new five day tour explores this wonderfully unspoilt corner of England, and also includes a full day visit to Scotland’s fine capital city - Edinburgh. Our base is Morpeth, in the heart of Northumberland, a pleasant country market town lying on a bend of the scenic River Wansbeck.

Harrogate evolved as one of the country’s premier spa towns following the discovery of medicinal waters, and the grandeur of yesteryear still remains amid the beautifully preserved buildings, and famous parks and gardens. Harrogate remains a favourite destination to this day, and the close proximity to the magnificent city of York, and the beautiful rolling Yorkshire countryside, makes it a classic base for a truly memorable coach touring holiday.

The beautiful south-west corner of Ireland was simply made for holidays! Here, towering mountains rise up from the foaming Atlantic swells, mirror-like lakes shimmer in the distance, and remote hillside villages offer a welcome of true Irish proportions. Our base is Killarney, one of Ireland’s most popular tourist centres and the gateway to the stunning Ring of Kerry, where by day jaunting cars make their way through the town, and by night the local bars hum to the sounds of Irish music.

Period dramas have seen a renaissance on British television over recent years, bringing a real sense of the past into our living rooms. The quaintly English surroundings of Wiltshire and the Cotswolds have become a favoured area for such dramas with their abundance of stately homes and picture-perfect villages. Our special five day break captures the most popular and recognisable locations as we step back in time amid these unspoilt landscapes and majestic country homes.

For over 500 years this pretty town, in the heart of the South Downs, has been the seat of the Duke of Norfolk, with the stately Arundel Castle presiding regally over the town. Today the town retains a Victorian charm overlooking the River Arun, and is a perfect base for exploring the surrounding South Downs countryside and the lovely seaside towns dotted along the Sussex Coast.

Join us as we turn the clocks back a hundred or so years and remember how things used to be. At the award-winning, internationally acclaimed Beamish Open Air Museum streets, shops and homes recreate life at the turn of the century. We also tour the country that inspired the bestselling novels of Catherine Cookson and experience how the 'other half' lived at Cragside House, the first house in the world to have electricity.

Busy ski resorts in the winter, the picture-book villages of the Austrian Tyrol transform during the summer months into tranquil havens offering crisp mountain air, lush, flower-filled rolling meadows and soaring mountain ranges. Our new 'all-inclusive' holiday combines great local hospitality amid spectacular scenery, together with a sightseeing programme taking-in the very best of the surrounding countryside - and a visit to the majestic city of Salzburg. Our base is the popular winter and summer resort of Saalbach, in the heart of the scenic Glemm Valley. The pretty village is traditional in character and is surrounded by an abundance of scenery and rolling meadows.

County Wexford, in Ireland’s south-east corner, has a maritime past going back to the Vikings. Nowadays it’s a peaceful and tranquil land, with sandy beaches, fertile pasture, isolated mountain ranges and ancient sites. Our holiday base, Enniscorthy, is a quiet hilltop town with a picturesque setting above the River Slaney and to help you soak up the traditional Celtic flavours of this special part of Ireland, this holiday features four nights entertainment - including a special 'Riverdance' show and a 'Guinness Experience' night at your hotel.