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Flecky Bennett's "Nightmares Before Christmas" Ghost Walk Sightseeing Tickets, Departs from Manchester Town Hall, Manchester

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:14:40 GMT

Flecky's Nightmares before Christmas Ghost Walk will take place every Monday & Tuesday between the 18th of November & the 21st of December.

The enchanting Christmas markets will become the backdrop for your tales of ghosts and the sinister side of the city. Flecky will also wait impatiently whilst he allows free time to explore the St Ann's square Christmas market. And to round off the night why not take advantage of a 2 for 1 offer on Manchester's big wheel! The walk starts at the normal time and place but will finish at 9pm and all this for the unbelievable price of £6 & £5!

"FLECKY'S NOT JUST FOR HALLOWEEN, BUT FOR CHRISTMAS TOO"

Underneath the city centre are tunnels which date back to the Victorian times.
These tunnels are the home to the 'Forgotten People' of Manchester. They are known as 'The Night Nurgers' and Flecky is their leader. His eyes are the colour of frost and he dresses in what he finds as he wanders the damp dark underworld. He survives by scavenging on what the public have dropped down the sky-grids or what the putrid black rivers provide. But now he wants more, more for himself and his people. To provide his people with income for their needs Flecky rises to ground level a few times each week to entertain the mortals who want to hear stories of ghosts and about the sinister side of his city.

When a ringing bell is heard approaching!
Flecky’s coming!
Will he like the look of you!
Will he think you're brave enough?
When the town hall bell chimes the hour, your night belongs to Flecky!

"14 Stories to send Shivers down your spine"

Oxford,Stratford,Warwick Castle and The Cotswolds - New Years Day 2010 Sightseeing Tickets, Premium Tours, London

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:58:00 GMT

Highlights:

• Private tour of Christchurch where Harry Potter was filmed
• Visit to Warwick Castle - the greatest medieval site in Britain
• Shakespeares Birth Place Museum in beautiful Stratford-upon-Avon
• Lunch stop at 15th century inn followed by a drive through the Cotswolds * not included
• Soak up the atmosphere at Oxford and hear about life in the university town The Tour:

OXFORD

Oxford, the city of dreaming spires, boasts one of the worlds greatest - and oldest - universities, as well as some of the finest architecture in Europe. The colleges themselves, which make up the university, are amongst the architectural highlights, their ivy-clad stone walls protecting beautiful chapels, halls and libraries. The grandest of all the colleges is Christ Church, home to Oxfords cathedral and the universitys largest quad. So atmospheric is the colleges dining hall that it was chosen as a key location in the Harry Potter film Hall. Here we will linger so you can relive the magic of the film and learn about the traditions of college life. Your guide will tell you about the colleges famous students, which include Albert Einstein and Lewis Carroll, who wrote his enchanting tales of Alice in Wonderland here. Before visiting Christ Church you can even take tea in the shop where the real-life Alice bought her sweets! Our trip to Oxford promises an unforgettable experience for young and old alike

STRATFORD-UPON-AVON

The birthplace of William Shakespeare, the greatest writer in the English language, and home to the theatres of the world-renowned Royal Shakespeare Company, Stratford is a charming market town set in the heart of rural England. A delightful river winds its way through the town, past the beautiful Holy Trinity church, where Shakespeare lies buried. There are some wonderful half-wooden buildings that date back to Shakespeares time, including the famous cottage of Anne Hathaway, who married the great writer in 1582. You can even see the school Shakespeare attended. Our tour includes a visit to Shakespeares birthplace, before we enjoy lunch in a 15th century inn in picturesque Cotswolds* not included.

WARWICK CASTLE

This is, quite simply, the greatest medieval castle in Britain. With a history that dates back over 1,000 years, Warwick Castle will take you back in time - to a world of sumptuous banquets, bloody battles and royal splendour. Enter over the footbridge and explore the castles ramparts, towers and gardens. The castle really brings history to life. Visit the waxwork displays of Madame Tussauds, where you can watch, and hear, the Earl of Warwicks preparations for battle. Feeling brave? Then take a look at the ghostly dungeons where prisoners were tortured. Alternatively, relax with a stroll through the castles beautiful gardens.

Times: Jan 1st 2010
Running Time: All Day

Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover and Greenwich plus Champagne River Cruise - Xmas Tour Sightseeing Tickets, Premium Tours, London

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:42:00 GMT

Private viewing of Leeds Castle plus Champagne Cruise on the River Thames

Highlights:

• A tour of the "loveliest castle in the world"
• Festive visit to Canterbury Cathedral
• Leisurely cruise on the River Thames
• Visit the maritime city of Greenwich
• Lunch included. The Tour:

After the morning pick up we drive straight to Leeds Castle for a unique private viewing before the castle opens to the public. From here we travel to the coast to have lunch in a charming inn overlooking the white cliffs of Dover and with breathtaking views of the English Channel. Our afternoon is spent enjoying the delights of Canterbury with its magnificent Cathedral, before heading to Greenwich for some free time to enjoy the markets, or an optional walking tour of this historic town. As the sun begins to set we board our boat for a Champagne cruise along the river Thames taking us all the way back to London. What a day!

LEEDS CASTLE

Described as the "loveliest castle in the world", Leeds Castle was once a Royal residence for six of Englands medieval queens, a palace of Henry VIII, and a retreat for the rich and powerful. The setting is simply idyllic. The Norman castle was built on two small islands, in the middle of a lake, and is surrounded by a vast estate. Our day begins with a private viewing prior to the castle opening to the public. We will explore the chapel, galleries, courtyards and banqueting hall before taking time to enjoy the setting and wildlife, which includes wildfowl, black swans and the birds of the aviary.

DOVER

Youve heard of the famous white cliffs of Dover? This is your chance to see them. Following our scenic drive along the old coastal road overlooking the cliffs. On a clear day you can even see France. Dover itself is an historic port with a magnificent 12th century castle.

CANTERBURY

After lunch we then enjoy a festive visit to the ancient city of Canterbury. The city has been the centre of Christian worship for almost 1,700 years. Its greatest treasure is the cathedral, infamous as the setting for the brutal murder of Thomas Beckett in 1170. When Henry II snapped "Who will rid me of this turbulent priest?", four of his knights rode to the cathedral and sliced Becketts head off. Canterbury became the centre of one of the most important medieval pilgrimages in Europe, immortalised by Geoffrey Chaucer in The Canterbury Tales. Your ticket includes entrance to the Cathedral and also allows some free time to explore the atmospheric old town.

GREENWICH AND THAMES CRUISE

Packed with exquisite parks, gardens, and architecture, Greenwich has strong connections with the sea, science, sovereigns and time. As the early evening approaches we enjoy an exclusive Champagne reception, as we gently cruise back to the centre of London. We will pass by historic sights such as the Tower of London, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, before arriving at Westminster pier where our tour ends

Times: Dec 26th 2009
Running Time: All Day

Warwick Castle, Stratford-upon-Avon, Oxford and the Cotswolds - Xmas Tour Sightseeing Tickets, Premium Tours, London

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:34:00 GMT

Fun filled day at Warwick Castle, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the Cotswolds

Highlights:

• Visit Warwick Castle - the greatest medieval site in England
• Walking tour and driving tour of Oxford, the city of dreaming spires
• Hear about the traditions of college life and hear about some of the famous students including Albert Einstein and Bill Clinton
• Walk past some of the worlds most famous colleges including Christ Church where Harry Potter was filmed and the setting of Alice in Wonderland
• Photo stop at the entrance to Blenheim Palace
• Lunch included at an English pub in the picturesque Cotswolds
• Driving tour of the Cotswolds visiting quintessentially English villages
• See Anne Hathaways cottage
• Driving and walking tour of Stratford-upon-Avon
• Photo stop of Shakespeares birthplace The Tour:

WARWICK CASTLE

This is, quite simply, the greatest medieval castle in Britain. With a history that dates back over 1,000 years, Warwick Castle will take you back in time - to a world of sumptuous banquets, bloody battles and royal splendour. Enter over the footbridge and explore the castles ramparts, towers and gardens. The castle really brings history to life. Visit the waxwork displays of Madame Tussauds, where you can watch, and hear, the Earl of Warwicks preparations for battle. Feeling brave? Then take a look at the ghostly dungeons where prisoners were tortured. Alternatively, relax with a stroll through the castles beautiful gardens.

Next we head off to Oxford for a festive walk through this ancient University town passing by the ivy-clad colleges and picturesque honey coloured buildings. We will pass Christ Church where Lewis Caroll wrote his enchanting tales of Alice in Wonderland and more recently Harry Potter was filmed. Your guide will explain to you the traditions of college life as you take in such famous buildings as the mighty Romanesque Radcliffe Camera and The Ashmolean, the oldest museum in the UK.

Next we journey to the limestone hills of the Cotswolds a region of picture book villages made famous by the wool merchants in the 14th century who helped build some of the magnificent manor houses and perpendicular Churches that we will pass. Sit back and enjoy a delicious traditional English lunch served in this charming Elizabethan pub. The Inn boasts a superb collection of real ales and fine wines and for those in the mood why not relax in front of the log fire with a brandy or two?

In the afternoon we journey to Stratford-upon-Avon passing by Anne Hathaways cottage before arriving in this picturesque market town. It is famous of course for William Shakespeare, Britains most famous writer who was both born and lies buried here. We stop for photos on our short walk at both his birthplace and the delightful Holy Trinity Church where the great man finally came to rest.

Please note that Christchurch College and Shakespeares Birthplace Museum will be closed on Boxing Day but the tour includes entrance into Warwick Castle and a comprehensive overview of the other attractions.

Times: Dec 26th 2009
Running Time: All Day

Windsor, Stonehenge and Bath - Christmas 2009 Sightseeing Tickets, Premium Tours, London

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:28:00 GMT

The Tour:

After the morning pick-up we head off to Windsor Castle for a guided walking tour of the old market town taking in the charming cobbled streets and medieval buildings including the house that William Shakespeare lived in when he wrote the Merry Wives of Windsor.

You will also see the warrant for Charles I execution signed by Oliver Cromwell and Sir Christopher Wrens intriguing Guildhall before heading to the long walk that boasts the most impressive views of Windsor Castle. Your professional guide will pause here explaining to you the dramatic history of the oldest working Castle. The walk will continue around the perimeter of the Castle before heading down across Windsor Bridge into Eton where we can see the college that Prince William and Harry attended.

Journeying south-west we pass through Runnymede where King John signed the Magna Carta in 1215 before heading to the picturesque Salisbury plains. There will be plenty of time for a photo-stop at Stonehenge the most famous prehistoric monument in the world. Step back in time 5,000 years while your guide explains the remarkable sequence of events that have surrounded these ancient monoliths.

Christmas lunch is an absolute treat. We visit a charming pub to enjoy Roasted Turkey with all the trimmings followed by delicious Christmas pudding in front of the roaring log fire!

Finally we head to the spa town of Bath for a walking and panoramic driving tour of the old Roman and Georgian town visiting the Royal Crescent, the Circus, and Pulteney Bridge boasting fine views of the River Avon cascading down over the weir.

Please note that the Roman Baths, Windsor Castle and Stonehenge will be closed but the tour still provides a comprehensive overview of each attraction and includes a delicious Christmas lunch in a historic English pub.

Times:

• Dec 25th 2009
• Dec 26th 2009
• Jan 1st 2010

Running Time: All Day

Canterbury, Dover and Greenwich plus Christmas Lunch overlooking the White Cliffs of Dover - Xmas Tour Sightseeing Tickets, Premium Tours, London

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:23:00 GMT

Visit Canterbury, walking tour of Greenwich on Christmas Day plus Christmas lunch overlooking the white cliffs of Dover.

Highlights:

• Visit Canterbury, enjoy a short walking tour of this historic town
• Opportunity to enjoy part of the Christmas service (subject to cathedral service timings-please ask for more details if required)
• Traditional Christmas lunch in a charming inn overlooking the White Cliffs of Dover
• Lunch includes Roast Turkey and all the trimmings followed by Christmas pudding
• Visit the maritime city of Greenwich The Tour:

After your morning pick up you begin this festive tour with a visit to Canterbury. The ancient city of Canterbury has been the centre of Christian worship for almost 1,700 years. Its greatest treasure is the cathedral, infamous as the setting for the brutal murder of Thomas Beckett in 1170. When Henry II snapped "Who will rid me of this turbulent priest?", four of his knights rode to the Cathedral and sliced Becketts head off. Canterbury became the centre of one of the most important medieval pilgrimages in Europe, immortalised by Geoffrey Chaucer in The Canterbury Tales.

Whilst at Canterbury you will have a chance to enjoy the Christmas services in the cathedral (subject to cathedral service timings). We then head for Dover where you will enjoy a traditional Christmas lunch which includes a traditional roast turkey with all the trimmings which is followed by delicious Christmas pudding. Soak in the fabulous views of the White Cliffs while enjoying your Christmas lunch. In the afternoon we visit Greenwich for a walking tour before returning back to London.

Times: Dec 25th 2009
Running Time: All Day

London, Oxford and Stratford plus Christmas Lunch in the Cotswolds - Christmas 2009 Sightseeing Tickets, Premium Tours, London

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:18:00 GMT

From a metropolis to a city of dreaming spires to the picturesque Cotswolds, from Shakespeare to Churchill - this makes an unforgettable Christmas

Highlights:

• Panoramic tour of London
• Walking tour and driving tour of Oxford the city of dreaming spires
• Hear about the traditions of college life and hear about some of the famous students including Albert Einstein and Bill Clinton
• Walk past some of the worlds most famous colleges including Christ Church where Harry Potter was filmed and the setting of Alice in Wonderland
• Photo stop at the entrance to Blenheim Palace
• Christmas lunch served in a traditional English pub in the picturesque Cotswolds
• Driving tour of the Cotswolds visiting quintessentially English villages
• See Anne Hathaways cottage
• Driving and walking tour of Stratford-upon-Avon
• Photo stop of Shakespeares birthplace The Tour:

After your morning pick-up we begin our Christmas tour with a panoramic tour of London, taking in all the major highlights - Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Tower of London and more.

Next head off to Oxford for a festive walk through this ancient University town passing by the ivy-clad colleges and picturesque honey coloured buildings. We will pass Christ Church where Lewis Caroll wrote his enchanting tales of Alice in Wonderland and more recently Harry Potter was filmed. Your guide will explain to you the traditions of college life as you take in such famous buildings as the mighty Romanesque Radcliffe Camera and The Ashmolean, the oldest museum in the UK.

Next we journey into the limestone hills of the Cotswolds a region of picture book villages made famous by the wool merchants in the 14th century who helped build some of the magnificent manor houses and perpendicular Churches that we will pass. There will be time to stop for photos outside Blenheim Palace where Sir Winston Churchill was born before heading to the charming village of Newbold-on-Stour for our Christmas lunch.

Sit back and enjoy delicious Roast Turkey with all the trimmings followed by traditional Christmas pudding served in this charming Elizabethan pub while the Christmas festivities of the local village begin to take place. The Inn boasts a superb collection of real ales and fine wines and for those in the mood why not relax in front of the log fire with a brandy or two?! Well it is Christmas!

In the afternoon we journey to Stratford-upon-Avon passing by Anne Hathaways cottage before arriving in this picturesque market town. It is famous of course for William Shakespeare, Britains most famous writer who was both born and lies buried here. We stop for photos on our short walk at both his birthplace and the delightful Holy Trinity Church where the great man finally came to rest.

Please note that Christchurch College and Shakespeares Birthplace will be closed on Christmas Day but the tour still provides a comprehensive overview of each attraction and includes Christmas lunch in the Cotswolds

Times: Dec 25th 2009
Running Time: All Day

Welcome to London Sightseeing Tickets, Premium Tours, London

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:36:00 GMT

The Tower of London - Exclusive:

..beat the queues with a Private Guided Tour given by our own Yeoman Warder, and be in the first group to see The Crown Jewels..

Following our coach drive past some of Londons most famous landmarks including Big Ben and The Houses of Parliament we enter the The Tower before it opens to the public, guided by our very own Beefeater. We will see Traitors Gate where famous prisoners entered The Tower for the last time, and the scaffold site where the executions took place. We are also the first group to see the Crown Jewels before enjoying free time to explore the Tower further.

Buckingham Palace & guard changing:

Next we head to Buckingham Palace, the official Royal residence of the Queen, to watch the Changing of the Guards ceremony and see the guards dressed in their world famous tunics and busbies. If the Guard Change is not taking place we still stop for photos of the Horseguards

Highlights

Private guided tour of The Tower of London

See Buckingham Palace, Big ben, Royal Albert Hall & more

First group to see the Crown Jewels & thames river cruise

Changing of the Guard & Guided tour of St.Pauls Cathedral

Cruise on the Thames, traditional pub lunch* & Westminster Abbey:

What better way to take in some of Londons finest landmarks than on board a river cruise that gently edges along the Thames? Then join us for a traditional pub lunch* in Whitehall, close to Downing Street, the residence of the Prime Minister. The pub serves fabulous food and is also close to Westminster Abbey giving us the chance to take photos of this historic building during the day.

*Food/drink not included.

St. Pauls Cathedral:

Highlights of a visit to Wrens masterpiece where Princess Diana was married include listening to the 1695 organ that Mendelssohn once played and visiting the tombs of Nelson and Wellington. Your tour with a professional guide will also allow you to test the unique acoustics of the Whispering Gallery, not normally visited by other tour groups. On Sundays, when viewing is restricted, there will be the opportunity to enter and enjoy one of the services.

Royal Albert Hall & Harrods:

To end the day we enjoy a leisurely coach drive through Knightsbridge and Kensington, where we stop for photos in front of the Royal Albert Hall and the Albert memorial. The tour finishes at Harrods, one of the most famous shops in the world, leaving you therest of the afternoon to shop and explore at your leisure.

Tour Info

Tour departs from Victoria Coach Station @ 08.15am Daily
Running Time:TBC

Windsor, Bath, Stonehenge & Lacock (Plus Lunch in a 14th Century Inn) Sightseeing Tickets, Premium Tours, London

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:28:00 GMT

Windsor, Stonehenge & Bath

Join our small group tour* that Begins with a visit to Windsor Castle, the weekend residence of the Queen, and ancient stonehenge - fast entry tickets are included for both sites. After lunch we head to Georgian Bath with free time to explore this charming city, (*maximum 35 people.)

Lacock - see where Harry potter was filmed!

Lunch is taken in a delightful 14th Century pub in Lacock, a picturesque village from the Saxon era, where Harry potter, Pride and prejudice and many other period dramas were filmed. The Inn is famous for its fabulous home cooked food including delicious fish and chips. Lunch is included in the price! Highlights:

Visit Windsor Castle & stonehenge - Entrance included

Lunch in a 14th century inn

Tour Georgian Bath with free time to shop & explore

Visit Lacock village - see where Harry Potter was filmed!

Tour Info

Tour departs from Victoria Coach Station @ 08.15am every Tues, Thurs, Sat & Sun

Running Time:TBC

Old & New Town Experience Sightseeing Tickets, Love4Adventure, Edinburgh

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:24:00 GMT

This tour explores the dual nature of Edinburgh, marked in its physical layout, architecture, history and literature. The reverse chronological narrative accompanies a journey from the prim and respectable New Town into the clustered closes and churchyards of the Old. From Enlightenment to superstition, respectability to villainy and peaceful progress to religious war this tour will reveal the two sides of Scotlands history as it has etched itself into the stonework of the city. Highlights

* St Andrews Square
* New Town
* New College
* Old Town
* Bank of Scotland
* Heart of Midlothian
* Greyfriars Kirkyard
* Grassmarket
* and much more!

Useful Information

* Duration: 2 Hours
* Schedule: 4:00pm-6:00pm Sunday-Friday
* Cost: children 7-12, children under 6 free.
* Walking: Moderate fitness required; hills and cobblestones to be negotiated (comfortable shoes recommended)
* Note: This is an outdoor walking tour.

Please dress appropriately for the weather.

Please call to reconfirm your tour 48 hours prior to your tour time. Please make your way to St Andrew's Sqaure under Heny Dundas' Column (the Melville Monument)