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The Isle of Wight
of Yesteryear
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On this midweek break to the Isle of Wight we seek out island attractions, which show us how it used to be in times gone
by. The Victorian Age in particular has left its mark, and Queen Victoria herself loved the island so
much that Osborne House was built for the Royal Family. Based in the resort of Sandown, we include
a tour of Osborne House, a ride on the perfectly preserved steam railway, and a visit to a village
museum with a Victorian theme. |
| Your Excursions |
FULL DAY Our 'Royal Tour' begins with a fascinating visit to Whippingham Church. This ornate church was built by Prince Albert, and Queen Victoria was a regular member of the congregation when in residence on the island. We then visit Osborne House (admission included), the seaside retreat of Queen Victoria that was also designed by Prince Albert. Here you can explore this sumptuous ltalianate villa and its beautiful grounds, preserved as it was when the Queen died here in 1901. FULL DAY Take a journey back in time with a ride on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway. We join at the railway's main station at Havenstreet, where there is a small museum and shop, for a return journey on a section of the old Ryde to Newport line. The oldest locomotive was built in 1876 and carriages date back to 1864, and all have been restored to pristine condition. Later we visit the Brighstone Village Museum, which gives an insight into village life in Victorian times, and is housed in a picturesque terrace of thatched cottages. |
| Whats Included |
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| Parkbury Hotel | |
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Our own hotel in Sandown is a fine Georgian building standing in its own pretty gardens, about a ten minute downhill walk to the seafront and High Street. The hotel offers comfortable lounges, with panelling recovered from the RMS Aquitania - together with a lovely bright restaurant, spacious bar and entertainment lounge with sprung dance floor as well as a heated outdoor swimming pool (open May - September). All bedrooms feature private facilities, telephone, television, hairdryer and tea and • Full breakfast and three course evening dinner plus tea or coffee • Entertainment: Four nights - 8 day tours; Two nights - 4 & 5 day • No lift, but all bedrooms are on the ground and first floors |
| Departure Dates & Prices 2012 Departure Code B Tour Code SAP - 5 Days Half Board |
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Grand UK Brochure Price in Black Travel 55 Discount Price in Red Quote Travel 55 Ref: TRA55 + Holiday Code |
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May 28 |
£315 £293 |
August 6 |
£325 £303 |
June 11 |
£325 £303 |
September 3 |
£325 £303 |
July 9 |
£325 £303 |
October 1 |
£299 £279 |
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| Reserved Coach Seats | |
| You have the opportunity to choose the coach seat of your choice which is yours from the moment you join your tour coach. Seat numbers are not allocated on regional transfer services and Jersey by Sea & Air holidays. In most cases on coaches equipped with a rear mounted WC, seats 23 and 24 move to the driver's side of the vehicle, whilst seats 45 and 46 move one seat forward of the rear seat. |
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| Please note that SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED ON COACHES. Passengers who do smoke will have ample opportunity to do so at the comfort stops en route. |
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