All Day Trips

Increasingly becoming known as a location for many film and TV sets, Oxford attracts a number of visitors who are interested to see where their favourite series or movie was filmed.

A day that takes you "behind the scenes" at the world's most famous tennis club and home of The Championships. Accompanied by a Blue Badge Guide, you'll be taken on a tour that will allow you to walk through the same doors that the player's use and sit in their seats in the Media Centre, visit Centre Court, learn what it takes to grow a perfect grass tennis court and much more.

Yesteryear's England is yours to explore at the Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings. The open air museum sits amongst acres of wildflower meadows and orchards with 700 years of history to delve into. There are over 30 different buildings and structures which have been rescued and re-built including a medieval townhouse. In the afternoon, we continue to Harvington Hall; an Elizabethan moated manor house dating from the 1590's.

Since opening in 1871, the Royal Albert Hall is one of London's most iconic music venues. Having hosted performances from Sinatra, The Beatles and Adele as well as being home to the celebrated BBC Proms, the magical Grade I listed building holds stories like no other. On arrival, join the Grand Tour which offers a fascinating journey into the Hall's rich history, astonishing architecture and legendary performances.

Expect a nostalgic journey back to the sights and sounds of wartime Britain, as the Black Country Living Museum hosts its annual '1940's Weekend' - Where vintage vehicles, 40's civilians, army personnel and air raid sirens fill the streets. With identity cards in hand, you'll step through military checkpoints and head back in time as we explore an electric wartime atmosphere of entertainment, food and fashion.

With seven miles of golden sands and sparkling waters, Bournemouth is one of the south coast's most popular seaside resorts. There is no shortage of things to see and do, including a fine pier, attractive promenade and a variety of shops and restaurants The Bournemouth Air Festival spectacular is set against the backdrop of Bournemouth's award-winning beaches, between Bournemouth and Boscombe Piers.

Brooklands, the birthplace of British Motorsport and Aviation, houses the world's first purpose-built motor racing circuit, an amazing collection of supercars and sports cars as well as a Concorde supersonic jet.

This was the family home of Winston Churchill from 1924 until the end of his life. The rooms and gardens remain much as they did when he lived there and contain personal memorabilia, books and family photographs. The beautiful terraced gardens contain Lady Churchill's Rose Garden and there are lakes created by Churchill.

We travel direct to the world renowned zoo, where you will have all day to explore the zoo and parklands. Chester Zoo was opened in 1931 by George Mottershead and his family. It is one of the UK's largest zoos at 125 acres (51 ha), housing over 21,000 animals and 500 different species. (Admission not included)

Sun 19 Aug 2018: A Day Trip to watch the Cricket at the Kia Oval with a tour & Afternoon Tea with Johnsons Coaches

Return coach only service ideal for those with tickets to see Ed Sheeran in concert at Roundhay Park in Leeds

Sitting on the River Exe, Exeter, with its magnificent Norman Cathedral, is the Capital City of Devon. Why not take a guided walk of the city, or maybe venture underground and visit the 14th century underground passages, built to ensure a constant supply of fresh, clean water to the city.

Gloucester Docks is a remarkably complete example of a Victorian port. Many fine warehouses and other dock-related buildings that have new uses, including the National Waterways Museum. At Gloucester Quays Designer Outlet Centre, you'll discover an outstanding mix of high street and designer labels at up to 60% off recommended retail prices. At 2.30pm, climb aboard your pleasure cruiser and relax for a scenic 'Cream Tea Cruise' along the Gloucester & Sharpness Canal,

It's time for some 'ginspiration!' Although a relatively young distillery, Chase uniquely produces its spirits from potatoes, from its own farm. Discover William Chases' story with over 20 years of local history, starting as a potato farmer to then producing the brand of Tyrell's crisps before finally diversifying in to the manufacturing of Chase gin and vodka. Our expert guide will talk you through everything!

Become a chocolate connoisseur for the day at the very aptly named School of Chocolate! We start with free time in Leeds first to shop, sightsee and, more importantly, work up an appetite for the afternoon ahead. The Tasting Adventure guides you through a full chocolate tasting with their in-house chocolatier.

The lovingly restored Jordan's Mill is now only one of a handful of working watermills in the country and is a fascinating insight into the heritage of flour milling in Britain. Enjoy a Guided Tour of the mill and explore the gardens. We'll then spend the afternoon at nearby Stotfold Watermill, one of only four listed in the Domesday Book. You'll be invited to join the walk around the beautiful Grade II listed building with a talk .

Lamport Hall, the former home of the Isham family for 400 years, has a fascinating and chequered history of changing uses over generations and is now restored and full of a wealth of paintings, furniture and books mainly dating from the 17th century. Experience a Tour of the Hall, followed by time to enjoy the 10 acre gardens plus a museum of rural life.

Discover the Albert Dock area offers an interesting array of waterfront shops, cafes together with many reminders of its past. The Tate Gallery, Maritime Museum and the 'Beatles Story', a shrine to the legendary pop group, are all found here.

Join us for a day trip to London, explore the Natural History Museum, Science Museum or the Victoria and Albert Museum. Take a stroll along the Serpentine in Hyde Park or treat yourself in Harrods!

Visit the sparkling resort of Lyme Regis which boasts breathtaking scenery and iconic features such as its historic Cobb and harbour

Middleton Hall and Gardens is a little-known historic site set on 42 acres of estate. Tour the manor house, which has a history spanning over 900 years and which has been home to many interesting characters including a commander of the Battle of Hastings and a Tudor explorer.

If you're a fan of the Midsomer Murders books and TV series, you'll know Midsomer County as the home of traditional pubs, village greens and Sunday afternoon cricket. These South Oxfordshire locations are the real stars of the show and we explore many of them, escorted by a knowledgeable Blue Badge Guide.

We cross the border into Wales to board our train on the Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway. Departing Llanfair at 11.20am we enjoy a scenic 8 mile journey by narrow gauge steam train through the beautiful Mid-Wales countryside to Welshpool. In the afternoon we visit Powis Castle (NT), once the medieval fortress of Welsh princes and now a richly decorated Baroque castle .

RHS Wisley Flower Show is an annual flower show, packed with a profusion of plants and the best gardening advice. With floral displays, artwork, top-quality plants from specialist nurseries, there's a lot to see.

Sandringham House, the private country retreat of Her Majesty the Queen, was built in 1870 for King Edward VII. The principal ground floor apartments have collections of porcelain, jade, furniture and family portraits. Sixty acres of glorious grounds, described as the finest of the Royal gardens, surround the House and offer beauty and colour throughout the seasons.

The River Severn loop in Shrewsbury is one of the most stunning river journeys in the UK. We join 'Sabrina', a modern day triple deck passenger boat for a forty five minute sailing from the port at Victoria Quay, near the Welsh Bridge, to the English Bridge and back. Our cruise includes live commentary and tea/coffee.

An award-winning promenade, a traditional pier and a tree-lined boulevard complement attractive gardens, fountains, classical buildings and stylish glass-canopied shops. All of these elements combine to make this a favourite seaside resort.

Join us for a memorable afternoon, part show but also part traditional tea-dance, on board the 'Tereza-Joanne', moored in London's East End. This beautifully appointed venue has level access to the bar, performance area and dance floor with fantastic city skyline views. Whether you want to sit back and enjoy watching or fancy getting up to dance, there is something for everyone in this gentle afternoon's entertainment.

Travelling west, passing Wolverhampton and Shrewsbury, we pause at the market town of Welshpool, just inside the Welsh Border. With its streets of fine Georgian buildings, and its canal running through the centre, it's the perfect place to take in the scenery. Look out for Powis Castle in the distance. We then continue past the base of Snowdonia National Park, via Dolgellau and along the coast to the seaside resort of Barmouth, where we allow time for lunch.

One of the architectural wonders of Wales and considered one of the finest examples of a restoration house in all of Britain, Tredegar House is beautifully surrounded by 90 acres of gardens and parkland. After an introductory talk explaining the history, join us on the Guided "Upstairs Downstairs" Tour to explore the lives of those who lived in the house and how they lived, from the separation between the 2 areas in Tudor times to the more relaxed household between wars.

Situated on the Bristol Channel, Weston-Super-Mare is a traditional resort with a spacious, level promenade and attractive parks. Revisit your childhood as you take a stroll along the Grand Pier and enjoy the atmosphere, the spectacular views over the channel and the entertainment on offer.

Sun 22 Sept 2019: See the first ever mixed team time trial at the UCI World Road Race Championships in Yorkshire