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6 - 10 May 27: A 5 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to Cambridgeshire with Johnsons Coaches staying at Belfry Hotel

Thursday 6^th May 2026 – Monday 10^th May 2027

5 Days

From £869

Step into the historic heart of Cambridgeshire on this delightful escorted coach holiday, combining elegant towns, fascinating heritage and time to enjoy one of England’s most celebrated university cities. From our base at the Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa, we visit the renowned National Stud at Newmarket for an insight into the world of thoroughbred racing, explore characterful Bury St Edmunds and spend time in picturesque Saffron Walden. Aviation history awaits at Imperial War Museum Duxford, while Cambridge University Botanic Garden and free time in Cambridge provide a relaxing finale to this varied spring break.

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

Guided tour of the National Stud at Newmarket
Time to explore Bury St Edmunds
Visit picturesque Saffron Walden
Discover iconic aircraft at Imperial War Museum Duxford
Explore Cambridge University Botanic Garden

Day One: Arrival

Departing Henley in the late morning, we travel to Cambridgeshire and check in to Belfry Hotel & Spa for our 4 night Cambridgeshire stay. Enjoy a welcome drink before dinner this evening.

Day Two

Off we trot to the National Stud at Newmarket. Home to resident stallions and ex-racehorse legends, find out what goes on behind the scenes in making potential future champions of the turf. As a working stud, the content of the tour varies throughout the year. This afternoon, head to the market town of Bury St Edmunds. Explore medieval streets and Georgian squares, where every pathway and old building has a story to tell.

Day Three

Today begins in picturesque Saffron Walden, with its heritage reflecting the wealth of this medieval, market town across the ages. Explore the quirky, cosmopolitan market, held here since 1141 in Tuesdays and Saturdays. This afternoon, 'take to the skies' at the Imperial War Museum Duxford. From the airfield where they first flew, see Spitfires and get up close to gigantic aircraft whilst walking in the footsteps of the men and women that served here.

Day Four

First stop is the University of Cambridge Botanical Garden. An ever-changing tapestry of colour, holding a collection of over 8,000 plant species from all over the world. Encouraging a great diversity of wildlife, the garden is a green oasis in the city. On then for time at leisure in Cambridge. Historic and cosmopolitan, known for its beauty, history and culture.

Day Five

After a leisurely breakfast, we head home.

Cambridge Belfry & Spa

Located just 10 miles from the centre of Cambridge, the hotel is attractively designed in open countryside to the west of the city. Public areas are comfortable, spacious and based around the courtyard or overlooking the hotel’s lake.

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

TV * Free Wi-Fi * Tea & Coffee Making Facilities * Hairdryer * The Bridge Restaurant * The Lounge Bar * Health Club * Lift * Indoor Pool

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Door to Door Service
Our Own Courier Service
4 Nights Half Board
Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ Seating & Legroom
USB Charging Points
Complimentary Onboard Hot & Cold Drinks
Free Wi-Fi Onboard
Welcome Drink Before Dinner First Night
National Stud at Newmarket Guided Tour
Admission to the Imperial War Museum, Oxford
Cambridge University Botanical Garden Admission
Outlined Excursions

Date, Price & Supplement

6 May 27

£869

Single Room(Initial Allocation): £159

Single Room(Additional): £174

Insurance: £40

Prices are per person and for the entire holiday

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