in THE LAKES
AUGUST - From Monday 11th until Friday 15th
5 Day Lake District Tour
By coach from pickups in Northern Ireland
3***Newby Bridge Hotel
Recognised as a region with World Heritage status, the 912sq. miles of The Lake District is an inspirational place to visit. Cascading waterfalls, 16 sparkling lakes, charming Lakeland towns and sweeping mountain landscapes are all there to be seen on our carefully balanced Lakeland programme. This tour features many of the Lake Districts best visitor attractions, from boats to trains it’s a real showcase of The Lakes.
NEWBY BRIDGE HOTEL: (www.newbybridgehotel.co.uk) is a 3***45-bedroom hotel. Set in lovely landscaped grounds, overlooking Lake Windermere Newby Bridge Hotel is a relaxing and welcoming place to visit. The hotel and restaurant have both recently been extended and refurbished. The roaring log fires, leisure facilities and ‘moreish’ food will help ensure your stay is perfect. Situated a few miles from Lake Windermere and Bowness with fantastic, landscaped grounds for all to enjoy.
Tuesday - Ullswater
Sit back and relax on a circular cruise on Ullswater; the second largest Lake in the district. Afterwards enjoy free time in Keswick. Surrounded by mountains such as Skiddaw it’s a hidden gem. Explore its pretty streets or visit some of its galleries and museums not forgetting the pencil museum!
Wednesday - Windermere and Beatrix Potter
At the far end of Windermere lies Ambleside. All aboard for a unique cruise skimming the largest Lake in the district. Disembark at Bowness on Windermere for a visit to the famous Beatrix Potter experience. See the stories of the famous author brought to life in a beautiful recreation in the Lake District countryside. Enjoy afternoon tea before free time in Windermere town.
Thursday - All Aboard
Head away from the hustle and bustle towards the coast. Alight at Ravenglass to board the quirky narrowed down railway for seven miles of spectacular scenery to Dalsgerth. On our return, explore the railways museum before a visit to charming Cockermouth for free time.
From pickups in Northern Ireland on Monday 11th August we take the 7.30am Stena Superfast sailing to Cairnryan with comfort and snack stop, planning to arrive Newby Bridge Hotel before 4pm. Our return journey on Friday 15th August on 7.30pm sailing from Cairnryan to Belfast is due into Belfast 10pm, including two comfort and snack stops between Newby Bridge Hotel and Cairnryan. Coach transfers to your set-down point in Northern Ireland. Times correct at print date.
Tour Leaders: Mervyn & June Acheson
TOUR COST: £749 per person sharing - £80 single supplement
TOUR CODE: RSL/25
DEPOSIT: £200 per person
PRICE INCLUDES:
Luxury coaching from pickups in Northern Ireland
Ferry costs with Stena between Belfast/Cairnryan
4 Nights Half Board in 3***Newby Bridge Hotel
Admission to Beatrix Potter Experience
Afternoon Tea at Beatrix Potter House
Cruise on Ullswater steamer
Cruise on Windermere Lake
Ravenglass Railway return journey
Services of Tour Leader throughout holiday.
Hotel Lift - No
Location - Gradient
Steps - Some
Walking - Quite a lot
