Day Excursions

Fred Olsen Balmoral Ship Visit with a three-course lunch
Wednesday December 13, 2023Join us for a unique chance to visit one of Fred Olsen’s wonderful ships whilst docked at Southampton, between cruises. Whether you are a seasoned cruise traveller, considering your first cruise, or are just a little bit nosy, why not join us and see for yourself the luxury a Fred Olsen cruise can offer. Balmoral… [Read More]

Covent Garden Evening
Friday December 15, 2023If you would prefer to just spend the evening in London, then what better place to choose than in and around Covent Garden. With some of the best shopping in London and arguably the most festive setting, Covent Garden is the centre of an array of festive possibilities. With Christmas Market Stalls abound and an… [Read More]

Thames River Cruise
Sunday December 17, 2023Three Course Festive Lunch with Live Music Following very enjoyable Christmas lunch trips on the River Thames in the past, I have been asked by some if we could repeat the experience. I’m pleased to be able to present this year’s cruise and festive lunch, one Christmas meal you don’t have to cook yourself, and… [Read More]

Fred Olsen Bolette Ship Visit with a three-course lunch
Thursday April 4, 2024Join us for a unique chance to visit one of Fred Olsen’s wonderful ships whilst docked at Southampton, between cruises. Whether you are a seasoned cruise traveller, considering your first cruise, or are just a little bit nosy, why not join us and see for yourself the luxury a Fred Olsen cruise can offer. Bolette… [Read More]

Wey & Arun Canal Cruise with lunch @ The Sir Roger Tichborne, Billingshurst
Thursday May 9, 2024Following a very popular river cruise on the Wey and Arun Canal as one of our first trips after the pandemic, and, as we had such a waiting list at the time, I am pleased to offer a similar trip in the Spring of 2024. The Wey and Arun Junction Canal was built to provide… [Read More]

RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival
Thursday July 4, 2024Organized by the Royal Horticultural Society, The RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival is one of the most popular events for gardening enthusiasts, being a bonanza of glorious gardens and fabulous flowers. Attracting around 130,000 visitors every year, it is the world’s largest annual flower show. The historic palace setting is no doubt part of its… [Read More]

Highclere Castle
Monday August 12, 2024With two sell out trips before the pandemic, I am pleased to be able to announce that we have secured tickets for Highclere Castle for 2024. One of England’s most beautiful Victorian castles set amidst 1,000 acres of spectacular parkland, demand was such that the previous trips sold out in days. Highclere has of course… [Read More]