UK Excursions
CHECK OUT OUR EXCURSIONS TO THEME PARKS ON 1ST AND 25TH JUNE, 17TH AND 25TH JULY, 12TH AND 26TH AUGUST AND 1ST SEPTEMBER. THESE ARE SPECIFICALLY PLANNED FOR FAMILIES DURING WEEK-ENDS AND THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. LOOK FOR US ON facebook FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS.
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MAIN PICK UP POINTS IN MIDHURST, HASLEMERE, LIPHOOK, LISS, PETERSFIELD, CHICHESTER AND HAVANT
Please confirm which pick up point you require when booking. Additional pick up points are available on request depending on demand.
EXCURSION BOOKING LINE
01730 812867 (0930 – 1600 Mon to Fri)
e-mail: sales@richardson-travel.co.uk
Web-site: www.richardson-travel.co.uk
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LEGOLAND, WINDSOR 01/06/2016
The LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort is an exciting day out with thrills and fun for the whole family. Play your part at the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort with over 55 interactive rides and attractions. Fly through the treetops to escape fearsome dragons, ride the thrilling rapids with a Viking Fleet, join LEGO® divers on a magical underwater adventure on Atlantis Submarine Voyage or enjoy the UK’s only LEGO® Star Wars™ Miniland Model Display.
Coach Fare: £15.00 Entry: £29.25 (group rate for adults and children)
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AVINGTON PARK / WATERCRESS LINE 16/06/2016
This morning we visit Avington Park near Winchester. The history of Avington dates from the 10th century when it belonged to the Cathedral of Winchester. Through the centuries it has been developed and extended by its various owners and is now a beautiful and imposing stately family home in a stunning setting. In the afternoon let the train take the strain as you sit back, relax and experience the nostalgic sights, sounds and smells of steam travel through the heart of the Hampshire countryside on the Watercress Line.
Coach Fare: £10.00
Entry: Avington Park: £8.00, Watercress Line (unlimited travel): £14.00
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PAULTONS PARK 25/06/2016
Paultons Family Theme Park, home to Peppa Pig World, has over 60 wonderful rides and attractions included in the price. Paultons has been voted as the number 1 UK theme park for families by readers of Netmums, Which?, Mumsnet and by reviewers on Trip Advisor. The Park is set within 140 acres of beautiful parkland on the edge of the New Forest National Park
Coach Fare: £13.00 Entry: £21.75 ( Adult/Child on-line group rate)
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STOURHEAD HOUSE and GARDENS 07/07/2016
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 centre-piece 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 mansion is set amid ‘picnic perfect’ lawns and extensive parkland.
Coach Fare: £15.00 Entry: £14.50 (N T members free)
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CHESSINGTON WORLD of ADVENTURES 17/07/2016
With ten themed lands and over forty rides and attractions this is a day out that will exhilarate and exhaust you at the same time. Let us take the strain out of you having to find a parking space and of having to drive home after such a tiring day.
Coach Fare: £12 Entry: £27.00
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WARNER BROTHERS STUDIOS TOUR (Harry Potter World)
25/07/2016 & 01/09/2016
When the final film in the Harry Potter series was completed the production crew were left with a treasure trove of thousands of intricate and beautifully-made artefacts, many of which wouldn’t have been saved on a typical production. The team behind Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter wanted to preserve and showcase these iconic props, costumes and sets so that Harry Potter fans could experience the magic of filmmaking first-hand. Many of the original cast and crew returned to reassemble the sets and record their memories from filming, and on 31st March 2012, the Studio Tour opened its doors.
Coach Fare: £17.00 Entry: £32 adult, £25 child (group rate)
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KENNET & AVON CANAL TRIP 30/07/2016
The Kennet & Avon Canal Trust was formed more than forty years ago with its main aim to bring the almost derelict redundant canal back to its former glory and for it to be used for recreation and as a public amenity. The “Rose of Hungerford” is a purpose built 55 feet long passenger barge which runs trips from Hungerford along this beautiful canal. We intend arriving in Hungerford in time for lunch and the canal trip leaves from Canal Walk at 14.30 and lasts for approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
Coach Fare: £14.50 Canal trip: £7.00
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SOLENT FOUR RIVERS CRUISE 04/08/2016
Treat yourself to a leisurely 4 to 5 hour cruise around the Solent enjoying spectacular scenic views of the Hamble and Beaulieu Rivers, together with witnessing the work of one of the busiest ports in the UK on the banks of the Rivers Itchen and Test. View the Cruise Ships when in the Port.
Coach Fare: £10.00 Cruise: £22.50
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THORPE PARK 12/08/2016
Thorpe Park was built in the 1970s and is mainly geared towards a young adult/teenage audience due to the vast majority of attractions being roller coasters and thrill rides. The tallest of these is Stealth, an Intamin Accelerator Coaster, which launches riders from 0-80 mph in 1.8 seconds sending them 205 ft into the air. The newest is The Swarm, which is the only B&M wing coaster in the UK, has a total of 5 inversions and is 127 feet tall. Major attractions include Tidal Wave, Colossus,, Nemesis Inferno , Stealth, SAW-The Ride, and The Swarm.
Coach Fare: £12.00 Entry: £25.75 (Group Rate)
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BATH 18/08/2016
This beautiful and unique destination is brimming with things to do and has a fantastic city centre where you can shop until you drop or relax and dine in one of the many eating places. Its history and architecture have led to its designation as a UNESCO World Heritage site. We aim to depart from Midhurst at approximately 0800 in order to reach Bath around 1030. The return should see us arriving back in Midhurst at about 1900.
Coach Fare: £19.00
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MARWELL ZOO 26/08/2016
From endangered Amur tigers to majestic giraffes – our 140-acre zoo is home to an incredible range of exotic and endangered species. Marwell Zoo is owned by Marwell Wildlife, a world renowned, action oriented charity leading conservation programmes in the UK and Africa natural world. The zoo is home to hundreds of animals including giraffes, tigers & penguins, covers an area of 140 acres, has 3 adventure playgrounds, a narrow gauge train and a road train. There are daily talks and animal feeds together with cafés and gift shops.
Coach Fare: £10.00 Entry: £15.50/£12.50
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STONEHENGE and SALISBURY 01/09/2016
Walk in the footsteps of our Neolithic ancestors at Stonehenge – one of the wonders of the world and the best-known prehistoric monument in Europe. Explore the ancient landscape on foot and step inside the Neolithic Houses to discover the tools and objects of everyday Neolithic life. Visit the world-class exhibition and visitor centre with 250 ancient objects and come face to face with a 5,500 year-old man. In the afternoon we move on to Salisbury which was named by Lonely Planet as one of the top ten cities in the world to visit in 2015.
Coach Fare: £15.00 Stonehenge Entry: £14.00 (E H Members free)
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MORGAN CAR COMPANY 13/09/2016
Enjoy a fascinating guided tour of the Morgan Car Company factory, the only car maker in the world to have survived for a century under the ownership of its founding family. See traditional hand car manufacture from start to finish. The tour ends with a visit to the company’s Motor Museum. Buffet lunch can be arranged at an additional cost.
Coach Fare: £20.00 Entry: £20.00 Buffet Lunch: £10.00
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A DAY IN THE NEW FOREST (City & Villages Tour) 22/09/2016
Our Blue Badge guide will meet us for morning coffee at a country pub near Landford. Then we proceed into the forest to drive through picture postcard villages around Rufus Stone before returning to the pub for lunch (main course included in the price). After lunch we explore the forest further including a visit to the church where Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is buried, on through Lyndhurst and finally to Beaulieu, where afternoon tea can be purchased if you still have room. Most of the touring will be done in the coach and a minimum amount of walking is required (less than 500 yards).
Tour with guide (including morning coffee and lunch): £23.50
Coach Fare: £14.50
THE MAJORITY OF OUR EXCURSIONS DEPART FROM THE MIDHURST AREA BETWEEN 0700 AND 08.00 AND AIM TO RETURN AT APPROXIMATELY 1800. DEPARTURE TIMES FROM OTHER PICK-UP POINTS WILL BE COMMUNICATED AT THE TIME OF BOOKING AND CONFIRMED WHEN TICKETS ARE ISSUED.