Cast light on a dark history at Illuminated Abbey this October. See Bram Stoker's inspiration in a new light as Whitby Abbey is bathed in dramatic illuminations for its biggest and brightest event of the year. Enjoy nightly performances of Dracula set against this unique backdrop and discover the darker side of the past with tales of witchcraft, grave robbing and more.
Saturday 22 October 2016
Wednesday 19 October 2016
Leeds Castle, Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Tour with Thames Cruise for One Child or One Adult (52% Off)
Choose Between Two Options
- £39.50 for one child ticket to Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover, and Greenwich tour (52% off)
- Tour may include: private viewing of Leeds castle | Free time in Canterbury | short walking tour of Greenwich | cruise along the River Thames
- Tour departs Victoria Coach Station Gate 13 at 8.15am. Tour operates on Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat in October and Wed and Sat in November, December and March. In January and February Saturday only.
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About Premium Tours
Holding a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, Premium Tours is a company that provides a wide range of tourist services, such as tours and hotel reservations. The tours include top tourist destinations in the UK, such as Stonehenge, Bath, Leeds, Windsor and Highclere, as well as various London trips, including open-top bus rides. Those wishing to venture to the other side of the Channel can also participate in a Paris day trip.
Special Offer - Warwick Castle, Stratford, Oxford and the Cotswolds Tour with Premium Tours (52% Off)
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Choose Between Two Options
- £39.50 for one child entry to Warwick Castle, Stratford, Oxford and the Cotswolds (52% off)
- Tour taking in Warwick Castle, Stratford-upon-Avon and Oxford, with entrance to Warwick Castle
- Available Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
- Tour departs Victoria Coach Station Gate 14 at 8.15am. Tour operates on Tue, Thu, Sat & Sun in October and Tue & Thu and Sat in November, December and March. In January and February Thu and Sat.
Warwick Castle
Premium Tours offers the chance to take in three sites of historical interest over the course of a one-day tour lasting around 11 hours. Boasting over 1,000 years of history, Warwick Castle gives visitors the opportunity to explore its various ramparts, towers and gardens, as well as the dungeons and a waxwork display portraying the Earl of Warwick’s preparations for battle. Entry to Warwick Castle included.
Stratford and Oxford
The tour then heads to Stratford-upon-Avon, with free time for lunch or option to purchase ticket to see the birthplace of William Shakespeare, or to simply peruse the town and take in the likes of Holy Trinity Church, where the Bard is buried, or some of the the riverside market town’s half-wooden buildings. Finally, the group move on to Oxford, with various colleges that make up one of the world’s oldest academic institutions offering up a host of architectural highlights, with the a chance to take part in a guided walk or take tea before heading back to London. Free time in Stratford-Upon-Avon and Oxford.
About Premium Tours
Holding a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, Premium Tours is a company that provides a wide range of tourist services, such as tours and hotel reservations. The tours include top tourist destinations in the UK, such as Stonehenge, Bath, Leeds, Windsor and Highclere, as well as various London trips, including open-top bus rides. Those wishing to venture to the other side of the Channel can also participate in a Paris day trip.
Sunday 16 October 2016
Scarborough, North Yorkshire 2-Night Stay For Two With Breakfast
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Saturday 15 October 2016
The village of Bourton-on-the-Water
The village of Bourton-on-the-Water is known for its picturesque High Street, flanked by long wide greens and the River Windrush that runs through them. The river is crossed by several low, arched stone bridges. These arched bridges have led to Bourton-on-the-Water being called the "Venice of the Cotswolds".
Tour From London - That includes this location
Tour From London - That includes this location
Wednesday 12 October 2016
The Dog and Partridge Country Inn, Derbyshire: 1 or 2 night stay for two with dinner and a glass of wine on arrival - Save Up To 54% From £59
Drink in the delightful views of Derbyshire and enjoy a 1 or 2 night stay for two at the Dog and Partridge Country Inn, including dinner and a glass of wine on arrival from £59
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Abergavenny, Brecon Beacons: 1-2 Night Stay For Two - Save Up To 59% By Llanwenarth Hotel - From £39
Stay for Two Guests at this Riverside Hotel with Tea and Coffee on Arrival from £39
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Bosworth, Warwickshire: 1-2 Night Stay For Two With Dinner, Wine and Spa Access £69
Stay for Two Guests with Carvery Dinner, Bottle of Wine, Breakfast and Spa Access (from £69) Plus Spa Treatment (from £99)
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Monday 10 October 2016
Dorset: 2–4 Nights for Two with Breakfast and Option for Sea View Room at The Richmoor Hotel
The Hotel
Living up to the standards of the English seaside traditions, Richmoor Hotel awaits holidaymakers by the blue swathes and sandy beaches of Weymouth Bay. Retaining much of its Georgian charm, the hotel sits a stone’s throw from the promenade and within a ten-minute walk from the town centre.
- On-site restaurant and 24-hour bar with live entertainment
- Check-in from 2pm; Check-out by 10:30am
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Max. 2 well-behaved dogs allowed at £5 per night per dog
Highlights
Enjoy a stay at this family-run hotel with cooked breakfast and 24-hour bar with live entertainment
What You Get
Included in all options: Stay for two in a double/twin room with daily cooked breakfast, valid for arrivals between 1 Oct 2016 to 30 Apr 2017 (Sun-Thur*)
Included in selected options: Sea view room
- £145 for 2 nights in a sea view room (35% off)
- £165 for 3 nights in a standard room (47% off)
- £199 for 4 nights in a standard room (52% off)
- £205 for 3 nights in a sea view room (39% off)
- £259 for 4 nights in a sea view room (42% off)
*Coupon valid Sunday to Thursday at the voucher price; Friday and Saturday stays have limited availability and a supplement of £20 per night will be apply, payable at time of booking.
*Prosecco and chocolates for the room can be arranged at £20, payable at booking.
Guide To Dorset
Stretching on the English Channel Coast of South West England, Dorset beckons tourists with a plethora of opportunities. The outdoorsy globetrotters can relish the natural assets of the county; more than a half of the territory is classified as Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The coastal area has just as much to offer to holidaymakers as the landlocked locations. Dotted with unique sites such as the Isle of Portland, which marks the very centre of Jurassic Coast, the famous geological wonder Durdle Door, neighbouring Lulworth Cove, and the shingle Chesil Beach, the coast allures travellers to move inland and search out the rolling clay valleys and slopping limestone ridges of the county.
Friday 7 October 2016
New Forest National Park: 1 or 2 Nights for 2 with Breakfast, Buck's Fizz, Tea, Cake and Late Check-Out at Cottage Lodge
The Hotel
With the verdant expanses of the New Forest National Park only a short stroll away, Cottage Lodge, a former 17th century residence, awaits guests in the quaint village of Brockenhurst, surrounded by many outdoor pursuits and offering airy bright rooms in a setting which mixes together authentic period features with modern comforts.
- En suite rooms with TV, safe, hospitality tray, hairdryer
- Restaurant and bar
- Check-in from 2pm, late check-out by midday (regular check-out by 11am)
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Pets not allowed
- TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Highlights
A historic residence in the village of Brockenhurst, lodged in the very heart of the New Forest National Park
What You Get
Included in all options: Stay for two in classic double room with full English breakfast with Buck’s Fizz, tea and cake on arrival, late check-out and reserved parking, valid Sun-Thu between 30 Oct 2016 - 31 Jan 2017
Guide To New Forest National Park
Established in 2005, New Forest National Park covers over 500 square kilometres of scenic landscapes and woodland. Serving initially as a royal forest for William I around 1079, the park also offers archaeological monuments dating back to the Prehistoric times.
Plenty of land and water activities are available in the park, from guided walks, archery, cycling and treasure traits, to canoeing and raft building. For gaming enthusiasts, the park authority provides activities such as ‘Live Action Video Gaming’, where visitors will have a chance to experience a wide variety of military scenarios, while shopping lovers will find souvenirs and local products in traditional markets. The ecological value of the New Forest is enhanced by areas of lowland habitats, such as valley bogs, alder carr, wet heaths, dry heaths and deciduous woodland.
Northumberland: 1 to 3 Nights for Two with Breakfast at The 4* Anglers Arms From £59
The Anglers Arms
Tucked away on the East coast of the United Kingdom, in the hamlet of Weldon Bridge, The Anglers Arms serves as a starting point for those wanting to explore Northumberland’s vast countryside. Culture seekers may take advantage of this abode’s location and visit Cragside, a National Trust Victorian House and Gardens, as well as the English Heritage site Brinkburn Priory, both a mere ten-minute drive from the inn.
The en-suite bedrooms are decorated in red colour schemes and come fitted with TVs and Internet access.
For a flavourful start of the day, the bar serves up hearty breakfasts prepared with local ingredients, while a wide variety of light meals and drinks are also available.
Relaxing moments may be spent on the hotel’s private fishing lake, home to native brown trout and other slippery fins.
Highlights
Take a break amid the Northumberland countryside with a stay in this 18th-century traditional coaching inn on the banks of River Coquet
What You Get
Included in all options: Stay for two in a standard double or twin room with full English breakfast (including bacon, egg, sausage, and mushrooms) arriving between 21 Nov and 28 Feb 2017.
Amenities
- On-site restaurant
- Fishing lake
- Check-in from 2pm; check-out by 11am
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Max. 2 dogs permitted per room for a £10 per small dog per day or £20 per large dog per day supplement, to be paid directly at the hotel
Guide to Northumberland
Hiking trails and cycle paths weave through the natural beauty of Northumberland’s rolling fields, and along the windswept shores of the sweeping coastline.
The bustling market town of Morpeth is stuffed full of gems, including a 13th-century chantry housing a bagpipe museum. Travellers may enjoy the award-winning Carlisle Park, which offers the opportunity for river boating and tennis, while a leisurely promenade takes in the ornamental hedges and trees of the William Turner Garden. A 50-minute drive through the Northumberland countryside will bring guests to the Alnwick Castle and its adjacent gardens. Alternatively, visitors may take a journey to see the Palladian facade of Paxton House, found on the banks of the River Tweed. This stately home sits on 80 acres and boasts a picture gallery which houses over 70 paintings. A short way over from Paxton House stands the walled town of Berwick-upon-Tweed, whose Elizabethan fortifications were built to keep out invading Scots and create fantastic viewing points for modern day visitors.
Loch Lomond: 1 Night for Two with Breakfast; with Option for Dinner at the 4* Inn on Loch Lomond From £65
The Hotel
Nestled on the loch’s western bank, The Inn on Loch Lomond is located at Inverbeg, a 15-minute drive from nearby golf clubs and spa venues. The Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park surrounds the venue with plenty of dramatic scenery to explore, while a ferry from Inverbeg can transport passengers across the water to Rowardennan.
First opened in 1814, the inn was refurbished in 2008, with modern furnishings and fixtures complimenting traditional features, such as the restaurant and bar’s open fireplace.
The inn’s main building features rooms with shower, double bed and wall-mounted flat-screen TV. More private accommodation is on hand thanks to eight individually designed bedrooms located away from the main building in the Beach House, overlooking the loch and jetty.
Mr. C’s bar and restaurant aims to celebrate Scotland’s renowned fish and whisky, with the emphasis firmly on a selection of seafood dishes and various tipples, while real ales, grilled dishes and more are also offered either to eat in or take away.
Highlights
Enjoy an overnight break at a four star inn a short distance from Loch Lomond’s western shore
What You Get
Included in all options: 1-night stay for two in a standard room with breakfast, arriving between 1 Oct 2016 to 31 Mar 2017
Amenities
- Restaurant and bar with lounge
- Live entertainment takes place on all weekends in the main bar/restaurant
- Check-in from 3pm; check-out by 11am
- Complimentary Wi-Fi available in main building only
- Dogs permitted (£10 supplement)
Guide to Loch Lomond and The Trossachs
National Park Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park displays a mountainous panorama with glens and lakes, bringing sightseers close to many natural wonders.
Wayfarers may admire the beauty of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, enjoying the sprawling landscape with plenty of dramatic scenery to explore. Holidaymakers may also practice a cluster of adrenaline-pumping activities such as walking, golfing or water sports available in this region, and take a good ramble through the local woods, stopping for a picnic beside a loch, or go head over heels with zorbing.
✈ Mystery Christmas Markets: 2 or 3 Nights with Return Flights at Choice of Hotels*
Mystery Christmas Markets
This holiday season, Weekender Breaks partners up with Santa and is whisking away merrymakers on a break to a random European Christmas destination. There are 24 possible destinations known for their sparkling seasonal markets and the elves are sure to raffle the bag for the perfect one. Each trip includes return flights and accommodation in a centrally located hotel. Restaurants, dining rooms or bars are available on site.
- Check-in from 2pm; check-out by midday
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Pets not permitted
- Staff speaks English
Highlights
Relish Europe’s Christmas traditions with a stay at a choice of hotels in various major cities known for their sparkling seasonal markets
What You Get
This deal includes ‘Early Bird’ offers, see below to find out more
- £79* for 2 nights, valid Sun-Thu
- £89 for 2 nights, valid Sun-Thu
- £109 for 2 nights, valid Fri-Sat
- £109 for 3 nights, valid Sun-Thu
- £129 for 3 nights, valid Fri-Sat
*Per Person Offer
Customer must purchase two vouchers to complete booking
Customer must purchase two vouchers to complete booking
Guide To European Christmas Markets
Indulging in a seasonal escape, visitors will get the opportunity to visit the capital cities of Budapest or Prague and embrace the winter tradition in form of the annual Christmas markets. Travellers will get lost amid specific stalls filled with handcraft souvenirs, perfumed candles and handmade gifts, all wrapped in a warm atmosphere.
Enveloped in Yuletide spirit and winter cheer, each of these Christmas markets boast trinkets, rich mulled wine and parades. Sightseers may stroll along the enticing stalls in Budapest at Vörösmarty Square, where specific desserts including pastries, strudels and roasted meats may be savoured, while live entertainment is complemented by the specific lightings that adorn the whole area. In Prague, the wintery traditions are compressed at the Old Town Square and at Wenceslas Square, where a multitude of Christmas tree decorations, traditional souvenirs, local beverages and sweets may be enjoyed in a cheery atmosphere with carols and bright lights.
Tourists may savour baked goods in the 600-year-old Frankfurt market while spending delighting moments listening to live music and trumpet fanfare in the pleasant market of Römerberg. Living up to the German holiday tradition, Cologne attracts almost two million travellers every winter. By far the most imposing market of the city is the Cologne Cathedral Market, where the biggest fir tree in whole Rhineland unites its lights with the falling snowflakes, filling the air with millions of star particles. In Berlin, the capital city of all Christmas Markets, the festival is hosted at the Charlottenburg Palace and its park, where acrobats, gospel ensembles, lighting decorations and specific fare including roasted almond and baked apples create a festive setting.
Stalls full of wood carvings, figurines and thematic candles may be found in Piazza Navona, lighting up the Christmas atmosphere in Rome. Pancakes, donuts and other sweet treats are available in Milan at Piazza of the Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio, where the Italians celebrate with lighting decorations and live performances.
In Paris, tourists have an array of places to choose from when picking their Christmas Market destination, ranging from the famous Champs-Élysées to the local La Défense market alluring with an outdoor ice-skating rink. Bruges, famous for its Belgian chocolate, boasts not only medieval attractions adorned with colourful lights, but also a large market where sweet delights, hearty meals and hot drinks may be enjoyed.
Lake District: 1 or 2 Nights for Two with Breakfast and Spa Access at 4* Laurel Cottage From £89
Highlights
Enjoy a four star cottage stay in the heart of Bowness on Windermere
What You Get
Included in all options: Stay for two in a double or twin room with full English breakfast each morning and spa access on 1 day only at the Macdonald Old England Hotel (includes 20m heated pool, gym, sauna) arriving between 26 Sep 2016 to 14 Apr 2017
Laurel Cottage
Dating back to the 16th century and retaining most of its original features,Laurel Cottage invites guests to discover the local attractions while being accommodated in a guest house full of character.
- Cottage or Victorian decorated rooms with en-suite facilities, TVs with digital freeview and hospitality trays
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Pets not allowed
- Check-in from 2pm; check-out by 10am; Free parking on site
Groupon’s Guide to Cumbria
Set in North West England (UK), Cumbria is a non-metropolitan county and its elevated mountain ranges make it one of the most sparsely populated counties in the United Kingdom.
Cumbria is home to the Lake District National Park, famous for its natural beauty and source of inspiration for artists, musicians and writers. The historic Hadrian’s Wall is also located in this county and is deemed a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Dream Lodge Holiday Parks: 1 to 4 Night Self-Catering Stay for Up to Four at Choice of Locations
Highlights
Rediscover the great outdoors of England in complete comfort with a stay at one of the Dream Lodge parks
What You Get
Included in all options: Self-catering stay for up to four with a complimentary bottle of Prosecco and free starter hamper with tea, coffee, milk, biscuits, washing up liquid, sugar in the lodge, arriving between 1 Sep 2016-31 Mar 2017
See the options list at the end of ‘Getaways Report’ tab.
Amenities
- Check-in from 4pm; check-out by 10am
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in restaurant at Norfolk Park and across Woodlands Park
- Dogs allowed for £45 per dog supplement in a dog-friendly lodge, enquire on booking
- Bubbling hot tub available for £90 supplement, enquire on booking
- Staff speaks English
The Dream Lodge
Providing lodges in Cornwall, Devon, East Sussex, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk, Berkshire and Essex, The Dream Lodge Holiday Parks offers acres of rural paths, woodlands and fishing opportunities. The luxury lodges are fitted with a fully equipped kitchen, a spacious living area and a patio for alfresco dining.
Set in 40 acres of Devon woodlands, the Blossom Hill Park is located near the beach.
In Westfield, the Woodlands Park offers a handy location for exploring the nearby brooks, ponds and woodlands.
Between the Broads and Norfolk’s north coast, Norfolk Park Homes satisfies appetites with a restaurant serving English and international dishes.
A short drive from Cambridge, the Lazy Otter Meadows features a marina with a bistro-style restaurant and a private fishing lake.
Surrounded by woodlands, Hilton Woods Park sits a short drive from Widemouth Bay.
Elm Farm Country Park is located in Thorpe-le-Soken in Essex, offering easy access to the Colchester Zoo.
Sitting on grounds once part of the Duke of Norfolk’s estate, Fornham Parkbeckons with walking, fishing, cycling and horse riding opportunities in the Suffolk countryside
Nestled in 20 acres of Berkshire countryside, The Sanctuary is surrounded by fishing lakes, and sits close to several golf courses and the Newsbury Racecourse.
Park Addresses
- Blossom Hill Park, Louis Way, Dunkeswell, Honiton, Devon, EX14 4XW England
- Woodlands Park Westfield Lane, Westfield, East Sussex, TN35 4SB England
- Norfolk Park Homes, 1 Bacton Road, North Walsham, Norfolk, NR28 0RA England
- Lazy Otter Meadows, Cambridge Road, Stretham, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 3LU England
- Hilton Woods Park, Whitstone, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6TW England
- Elm Farm Country Park, Frinton Road, Thorpe-le-Soken, Essex, CO16 0JE England
- Fornham Park - Fornham St Genevieve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP28 6TT England
- The Sanctuary - Lower Farm, Newbury, Berkshire RG19 8DA England
Options:
- £99 for 1 night arriving midweek
- £119 for 1 night arriving weekends
- £189 for 2 nights arriving midweek
- £209 for 2 nights arriving weekends
- £279 for 3 nights arriving midweek (59% off)
- £299 for 3 nights arriving weekends (56% off)
- £299 for 4 nights arriving midweek (56% off)
- £319 for 4 nights arriving weekends (53% off)
- £139 for 1 nights arriving midweek
- £159 for 1 night arriving weekends
- £239 for 2 nights arriving midweek
- £259 for 2 nights arriving weekends
- £339 for 3 nights arriving midweek (57% off)
- £359 for 3 nights arriving weekends (55% off)
- £349 for 4 nights arriving midweek (56% off)
- £379 for 4 nights arriving weekends (52% off)
- £179 for 1 nights arriving midweek
- £199 for 1 night arriving weekends
- £279 for 2 nights arriving midweek
- £299 for 2 nights arriving weekends
- £349 for 3 nights arriving midweek (62% off)
- £379 for 3 nights arriving weekends (58% off)
- £399 for 4 nights arriving midweek (56% off)
- £419 for 4 nights arriving weekends (54% off)
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