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Northumbria & Catherine Cookson Country

Sun 6 May 2018: Explore the adventurous history of Northumbria. An area made famous by Catherine Cookson, we tour many places that were important in her life.

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Northumbria is a wonderful area with incredible landmarks and beautiful landscapes. It has had an adventurous history and is famous for many things including the famous author Catherine Cookson, who grew up in South Shields and based many of her famous novels in and around the area.

Your Holiday Includes

Door to Door Service
Our Own Courier Service
Club Class Extra Legroom Coach
4 nights half board
Guided Tour of Catherine Cookson Country
Entrance to Alnwick Castle & Gardens
Tyne River Cruise & Tour of Baltic Centre

Not included: All lunches

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Sunday

We travel north towards Newcastle passing Antony Gormley's iconic Angel of the North as it welcomes travellers to the area, arriving at the hotel during the afternoon.

Monday

Today we travel into South Tyneside for a fascinating coach guided tour of the area made famous by Catherine Cookson. The tour will pass the site of Cookson's birthplace, former homes and places of work and worship. We finish at South Shields Museum, which features exhibits about Catherine Cookson's life. After lunch we cross the Tyne to visit Tynemouth village, gloriously located on a headland with fine views of the ruins of Tynemouth Castle, Priory and a wonderful memorial to Admiral Lord Collingwood the hero of Trafalgar

Tuesday

We take the road north, past Amble and Warkworth to historic Alnwick Castle and Gardens - This majestic and imposing medieval castle offers impressive architecture, fine art treasures and a beautiful setting. It has been a popular film location, for everything from Harry Potter to Elizabeth to Becket to Blackadder. The garden has a Grand Cascade of amazing water displays, a rose garden with pergola-covered paths and a fine show of shrubs

Wednesday

Today we join our boat for a fabulous cruise on the River Tyne, with expert commentary. Our cruise takes you under many of the Tyne Bridges. In the afternoon we explore Gateshead Quays, including a guided tour of the Baltic Centre with its five floors of modern art and magnificent views of the Tyne.

Thursday

We leave Newcastle and make the journey back to the Midlands arriving home during the early evening.

Your Hotel

The Vermont Hotel, Newcastle

Occupying a great position overlooking the Tyne Bridge, the Vermont Hotel is located beside Newcastle’s historic castle. A short walk to the main shopping centre, theatres and galleries with direct access via a downhill walk to the Quayside. Restaurant, two bars, lounge, rooftop lounge. Sauna, steam room & gym.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Centrally located the immediate area is flat. A few steps at main entrance but a lift serves all floors.

Hotel Facilities:

Restaurant
2 Bars
Lounge
Rooftop Lounge
Sauna, Steam Room and Gym
En Suite Bedrooms
TV
Hairdryer
Hospitality Tray
Lift

Duration, Departure Dates & Price

5 Day Tour

Sunday 6 – Thursday 10 May 2018 – £489

Tour Departs By: 9.00am

Returns By: 5.30pm

Times are approximate

Supplements

Single Room: £Nil

Holiday Insurance: £24.50 (IPT included)

Deposit: £75 per person for all coach holidays in Britain and Europe.

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