National Memorial Arboretum & Cotswold Railway
A living, growing tribute to all those who have served our Nation combined with a nostalgic steam train journey through the Costwold Hills
A living, growing tribute to all those who have served our Nation combined with a nostalgic steam train journey through the Costwold Hills
An opportunity to visit the National Memorial Arboretum – a living, growing tribute to all those who have served our Nation – a 150 acre site, home to over 330 thought-provoking memorials, both military and civilian. Rich in design and symbolism, and sympathetic to the arboretum they are set in which contains over 30,000 trees. A moving and fascinating visit. Our tour also includes a nostalgic journey on the Gloucestershire & Warkwickshire Railway – a round trip of 28 miles behind a magnificent steam engine through the delightful Cotswold Hills scenery.
ITINERARY
Friday - Morning departure from Dorset to Stratford-on-Avon, steeped in history and culture, preserved timbered buildings and quaint shops - time for sightseeing and lunch. Resume to Coventry and after settling in enjoy dinner.
Saturday - To the National Memorial Arboretum near Lichfield - we shall arrive in time for the 11:00 Daily Act of Remembrance which includes a 2 minute silence, followed by a Land Train guided tour of the site with commentary. Afterwards there will be free time for personal visits - A diverse programme of exhibitions changes throughout the year. The Remembrance Centre features audio-visual displays, artistic interpretation, and an opportunity to share experiences. Return to the hotel later that afternoon.
Sunday - Drive to Broadway "The Jewel of the Cotswolds". Join the 10:50 steam train departure travelling through glorious countryside and restored period stations to Cheltenham, arriving 11:45. Time for a photo while the engine runs around. Train leaves Cheltenham at 12:20 , return to Broadway at 13:16. Coach transfer into pretty Broadway High Street for lunch. Leave at 14:45 to drive homewards, arriving back in Dorset early evening.
B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
Holiday Inn Coventry
A modern high quality hotel venue ideally situated just outside of Coventry and convenient for our chosen itinerary visits. All the bright and spacious bedrooms provide private bathroom with free toiletries and hairdryer, big comfy beds, large digital TV with satellite channels, phone, tea ray, iron/press, air-conditioning and free wifi. Alift serves all three floors and room service is available. The restaurant is stylish and relaxed offering a full English buffet breakfast and evening dinner with choice of menu. There is a lounge/bar in which to socialise.
TOUR PRICE: £279.00 Per Person
Single Room Suplement: £55.00
Price i8ncludes: All coach travel, 2 nights hotel accommodation, Half board meals, Entry to National Memorial Arboretum, Land train tour, G&W Railway fare.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
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| Beaminster Area | Convenient local point in Beaminster to be advised |
| Blandford Area | Convenient local point in Blandford to be advised |
| Bournemouth Area | Convenient point in Bournemouth to be advised |
| Branksome Area | Convenient point in Branksome to be advised |
| Bridport Area | Convenient local point in Bridport to be advised |
| Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, Fortuneswell, Portland |
| Charlestown | The Alexandra Inn, Chickerell Road, Charlestown |
| Chickerell | Bluebird Garage, Chickerell Road |
| Corfe Castle | Convenient point in Corfe Castle to be advised |
| Courtlands | Portland, Courtlands bus stop |
| Dorchester South Station | Dorchester South Station bus stop |
| Dorchester TOT | Top O'Town Car Park (by cafe), Dorchester |
| Easton | Easton Square, Portland |
| Ferndown Area | Convenient local point in Ferndown to be advised |
| Foords Corner | Foords Corner bus stop, Wyke Regis |
| Jestys Avenue | Bus stop end of Jestys Avenue on Littlemoor Road |
| Littlemead | Broadwey, Littlemead bus stop (Swan Inn) |
| Lodmoor Hill | Lodmoor Hill Bus Stop (near Post Office) |
| Lyme Regis | Convenient local point in Lyme Regis to be advised |
| Lyndale bus stop | Wyke Regis, Lyndale Bus Stop |
| Nottington | Broadwey, Nottington Corner bus stop |
| Poole Area | Convenient local point in Poole to be advised |
| Poundbury QMSE | Poundbury Queen Mother Square bus stop (Coach heading into Dorchester) |
| Radipole | Spa Hotel bus stop, Radipole |
| Redlands | Redlands, Opposite Garage |
| Ringwood Area | Convenient local point in Ringwood to be advised |
| Rodwell | Rodwell Traffic Lights, Rodwell Rd/Rodwell Ave |
| Sgt Bunn | St Bunn Bakery, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| Sherborne Area | Convenient local point in Sherborne to be advised |
| Southwell | Portland, Southwell, Opposite Eight Kings Inn |
| St Edmunds Church | St Edmunds Church, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| St Johns Church | Weymouth, St Johns Church, outside Dentist |
| St Nicholas Church | St Nicholas Church, Buxton Road, Weymouth |
| Sturminster Newton Area | Convenient point in Stur. Newton to be advised |
| Swanage Area | Convenient local point in Swanage to be advised |
| To be advised | To be advised - Approx. 2 weeks before travel |
| Upton Area | Convenient local point in Upton to be advised |
| Victoria Square | Victoria Square bus stop, Portland |
| Wareham Area | Convenient local point in Wareham to be advised |
| Westwey Road | Westwey Rd, Magistrates Court, Weymouth |
| Weymouth Bluebird | Weymouth, Outside Bluebird Office, K1 bus stop |
| Wimborne Area | Convenient local point in Wimborne to be advised |
| Wool Area | Convenient local point in Wool to be advised |
| Wyke Smuggler | Smugglers Inn, Wyke Regis |
| Yeovil Area | Convenient local point in Yeovil to be advised |
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