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Elgin Tours

Board one of our coaches ready for a holiday packed with great entertainment, delicious food and even better company! Here at Elgin Tours, we want to make your next holiday as stress-free as possible. With over 20 years’ experience as a tour operator, you can be sure that you’re in safe hands. By travelling with Elgin Tours, you’ll be helping us to ‘go green’ and reduce our footprint on the environment! Just a few reasons to use Elgin Tours 

• All of Elgin Tours packages are fully bonded with ABTA (V8213) for peace of mind
• Wide variety of breaks and day trips available – they get updated throughout the year too!
• Discounts available for regular customers
• Friendly Elgin Tours team available Monday to Saturday to answer your queries
• Children are welcome on our coach holidays – Please contact us and we will provide a quote for under 16s to travel on the coach (children’s rates advertised in the main brochure do not apply to Elgin Tours packages).

Regular Guest Discount As a thank you to our loyal Elgin Tours customers, we are offering £10 off to all those who travel with us three or more times per calendar year! Travel with Elgin Tours twice and pay in full. Then on your third and for all subsequent bookings within the calendar year January – December you’ll receive £10pp off! Just mention your regular guest discount at the time of booking as it is not automatically applied. It pays to travel with Elgin Tours!

Booking with Elgin Tours couldn’t be easier!

• Browse this brochure and have a look at our pick-up areas (they’re colour coded for ease) Find a break that takes your fancy!
• Have a look at the full details of your chosen break in our main hotel brochure
• Ring our friendly reservations team on 01253 357975
• Once your deposit of £60 per person has been received, your booking will be confirmed inwriting and you’re good to go! Final balances are due eight weeks before travel and full coach details will be communicated 7-10 days before your date of travel.

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2025 - Blackpool & Lake District

The popular seaside resort of Blackpool, staying at the Park House Hotel. Enjoy time at leisure in Blackpool, plus a day excursion to the Lake District with a boat cruise included

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From only £449 per person

No Single Supplement

What is Included?

4 Night stay at the Park House Hotel

Time at leisure in Blackpool

Day Excursion to Lake District

Lake Cruise

Executive Coach Travel

£50pp non-refundable deposit to be paid upon booking

Final balance must be paid 50 days before departure.

Please contact us regarding our easy and flexible payment plans.

Travel Packs

You will receive a full information travel pack 7-14 days before your departure

Inside your travel pack you will get confirmed pick up times and point, hotel information, destination information, itinerary and attraction infromation (if applicable)

All pick up times are approximate upon booking and will be confirmed in your travel pack

These will be emailed to you unless stated otherwise.

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Please note this tours full balance must be paid 50 days prior to departure, failure to do so may result in your booking being cancelled

50 days+ prior to departure - Loss of full deposit

0-49 days prior to departure - Loss of full balance

- Depart your pick up point and travel to Blackpool with comfort stop on route - On arrival check into your hotel and evening at leisure with dinner

- Day at leisure in Blackpool from your hotel

- Day Excursion to Lake District with Lake Cruise

- Day Excursion to Southport

- After breakfast, check out and meet your coach for return journey back to Wales

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

3* Park House Hotel

Overlooking the Irish Sea, the 3-star Park House Hotel is situated on Blackpool's quiet North Promenade. The property offers free Wi-Fi in public areas. Home to numerous attractions, the town centre is just 1 mile away. Each room includes a TV, radio, and tea and coffee making facilities. There are 2 passenger lifts, servicing all floors. Serving breakfast and table d'hôte evening meals, the restaurant offers a lounge menu and a bistro menu. Dishes are prepared using locally sourced produce where possible. Packed lunches and vegetarian meals are also available with prior request. Drinks can be enjoyed in the 3 bars and the cocktail bar has evening entertainment. Guests have unlimited access to the sauna, steam room, hot tub, and plunge pool in a sister hotel. In the summer months, this also includes an outdoor swimming pool. With conference and banquet facilities, the Park House Hotel also offers a 24-hour reception, luggage storage, and room service.

Tripadvisor - 4.5/5

PARK HOUSE HOTEL - Updated 2023 Reviews (Blackpool) (tripadvisor.co.uk)

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Blackpool Illuminations

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Autumn just wouldn't be the same without experiencing the excitement of a trip to Blackpool’s world-famous Illuminations, known as the greatest free light show on earth featuring over six miles of dazzling light displays adorning this much-loved seaside resort. The Blackpool Illuminations have been a major attraction since 1879 when they were described as ‘Artificial Sunshine’ and have drawn millions of visitors to the resort ever since. Having become a true British icon, the Illuminations create a glittering entertainment spectacle that guarantees a sparkling night.

Please note we will be staying at the following hotels on the specified dates:

The Imperial Hotel Blackpool

Sunday 27 October

Sunday 10 Novemeber

Holiday Inn Hotel Blackpool

Sunday 03 November

IMPERIAL HOTEL

The Imperial hotel is a grand 19th Century hotel situated on the north promenade in Blackpool with spectacular views of the beach and within easy reach of the major attractions. All bedrooms feature television, Wi-Fi, hairdryer and tea / coffee making facilities. The hotel also features a restaurant, bar and lounge area. Lift to all floors.

HOLIDAY INN BLACKPOOL

The modern and stylish Holiday Inn Blackpool is a brand-new hotel located in the centre and within walking distance to the seafront. All bedrooms are equipped with floor to ceiling windows, television, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, hairdryer and tea / coffee making facilities. The hotel also features the Marco’s New York Italian Restaurant, bar area and fitness suite. Lift to all floors.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS TRAVEL PACKAGE

Accommodation with breakfast (Dinner included at the Imperial Hotel Only)

Excursions as described in the tour itinerary

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We travel to Blackpool arriving during the late morning. The remainder of the day will be at leisure to enjoy Blackpool’s array of entertainment, fun and renowned attractions. This evening we’ll board the coach for a tour through Blackpool’s famous illuminations. Featuring over a million bulbs, the display combines traditional designs with contemporary displays to create a dazzling entertainment spectacle that stretches for six miles from Starr Gate to Bispham. (Dinner included at the Imperial Hotel only)

Following breakfast there will be further time at leisure to relax and explore Blackpool’s array of attractions including the world famous Blackpool Tower, one of the most loved and recognisable landmarks in the world and home to the famous Tower Ballroom. Other attractions include the Blackpool Tower Dungeons, Blackpool Tower Eye and Madame Tussauds. We depart mid-afternoon and commence our journey home to North Wales.

B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included

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We are thrilled to announce our extraordinary deal throughout the Summer months. Choose either a 3 Night weekend or 4 Night Midweek Blackpool stay throughout the Summer with breakfast included… all for just £99 person!

Plus upgrade to ‘All-Inclusive’ at a discounted rate of only £50pp per night extra (Inclusive Bar, Dinner & Daily Blackpool Transport pass) or Dinner B&B for £25pp per night extra. Be quick – once they’ve gone… they’ve gone!

Our Hotels are the perfect base for your Blackpool Holiday

Upcoming events, grand national 2024.

Experience the ultimate Grand National Weekend getaway with our exclusive 2-3 nights package, offering Bed, Breakfast, and Dinner all in one delightful bundle. Your adventure begins on the 12th of April, as we provide comfortable return coach travel to Blackpool, ensuring a hassle-free start to your thrilling journey. You’ll have the chance to explore the enchanting seaside town of Blackpool before the Grand National festivities kick off.

On the 13th of April, we’ve got your day planned with ease – return coach travel from Blackpool to Aintree, the heart of the Grand National action. The excitement awaits as you witness the most prestigious steeplechase event in the world.

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Blackpool - Tiffanys Hotel

Blackpool - Tiffanys Hotel. Excursions to: Fleetwood and Southport

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NEW TOUR & HOTEL for 2024

Enjoy a great value winter break to Blackpool and Tiffany’s Hotel where there is never a dull moment with fantastic cabaret acts and entertainment every day of the year guaranteed to have you laughing and singing along. By day we’ll visit Fleetwood and Southport with plenty time to see the sights in Blackpool as well!

Tiffany’s Hotel, Blackpool **

Tiffany’s Hotel is renowned as one of the best hotels in Blackpool with entertainment every night and a fantastic location on the North Promenade with the main attractions close by and a tram stop outside the hotel

• Comfortable en-suite bedrooms • Television with Freeview • Tea, coffee-making facilities •Iron & ironing board • Safe • Direct dial telephone • Restaurant • Bar •Entertainment Lounge • Games Room • Lift

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We depart local pick ups and travel to Blackpool to our hotel for a 4 night stay with dinner, bed & breakfast included.

Days 2 to 4

At leisure in Blackpool plus we include excursion FLEETWOOD Excursion along the Fylde Coast to Fleetwood on market day where you will find over 150 stalls within three heated indoor halls. SOUTHPORT Visit the traditional Victorian resort of Southport which boasts many independent eateries, a traditional pier with a tram and pleasant promenade.

We depart after breakfast and travel back home to South Wales making suitable comfort stops en route. Edwards Coach Holidays terms & conditions apply

Executive coach travel

4 nights dinner, bed & full English breakfast accommodation in Blackpool (buffet style breakfast and five course evening meals)

Fantastic live cabaret entertainment every night

Tea/coffee & treats on arrival at the hotel

Visit to the traditional town of Fleetwood on market day

Discover the Victorian resort of Southport

Free time to explore Blackpool at leisure

Opportunity to upgrade to All Inclusive for a supplement (All inclusive bar available from 3pm on day of check in & open daily from 11am – 11pm excluding day of departure drinks as advertised on arrival plus lunch at the hotel on resort days) on January, February & March dates.

DEPARTURE DATES & PRICES

22 nd Jan 4 nights  £254

19 th Feb 4 nights  £256

18 th Mar 4 nights  £259

17 th Jun 4 nights £312

12 th Aug 4 nights  £342

9 th Sep 4 nights  £342

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The Family firm's coach is a very fine Swann indeed!

Over 30 years later Swann Tours has built up an enviable reputation in the Fylde area - and founders Betty and Ken Swann, plus son Darren, have been joined by Darren's wife, Jane, in the business.

And to make sure every trip is as enjoyable and comfortable as possible, Swann Tours has a Belgian-Dutch Van-Hool coach for the coming tours.

The coach has just 49 luxury seats and for the additional comfort of the clients, facilities include an on-board toilet and washroom, panoramic double-glazed windows and air-conditioning. The company specialise in UK holidays mainly of three, five and seven days, and include popular destinations on the south coast, scenic Scotland, lovely Llandudno and Scarborough - plus short breaks to London.

When you book with Swann Tours, you don't have to worry about the hassle of boarding feeder coaches, as all their holidays feature local departures, a door-to-door taxi pick-up service together with total luggage handling (only in the Fylde area).

Most tours are accompanied by a courier, who serve snacks and hot and cold drinks on-board, and there are regular comfort stops en route.

Swann Tour coaches are also available for privae hire and excursions.

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BLACKPOOL EXPRESS

Why blackpool.

Let us take you, your friends and family on a journey to the holiday resort that has it all.  Blackpool has been through many changes, so regardless of whether you are a regular visitor or this is your first time to Blackpool, you are certain to have a fantastic time full of new experiences. View the full list of fares HERE.

Our B66 Blackpool Express service offers fast and comfortable coach transport to and from Blackpool at a great price.

Do I get a concessionary discount?

We offer a discounted fare to children (aged 3-15 years), seniors and students.

How can I book?

Call our Sales Team on:

0191 410 4107

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Book online:  www.jhminibreaks.co.uk

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Should you need to cancel or amend your booking more than 72 hours before the outward journey, a charge of £5.00 per person will apply or within 72 hours of the outward journey then a 100% cancellation charge will apply.  Once the outward journey has taken place, no amendments or cancellations can be made and new tickets will be charged at the full fare. Children aged between 3 and 15 years of age inclusive may travel at the child fare. Infants under the age of 3 years old travel free of charge as long as they do not occupy a seat on the coach. If you wish for your infant to have their own seat then the child fare must be paid. For reasons of safety, JH Coaches will not carry unaccompanied children under the age of 14 years old, all children must be accompanied by a responsible person aged 16 or over. 

Passengers who take advantage of the discounted student rate must show a valid photographic student ID card when boarding the coach, otherwise the difference between the adult and student rate becomes payable. Customers are responsible for ensuring that they are at the correct pick-up point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time of departure as JH Coaches, Fell Bank, Birtley, Co Durham, DH3 2SP will not refund the ticket cost or be held liable for any loss or expense suffered by customers as a result of their late or non-arrival at their chosen pick up point, or if they are waiting at the wrong place. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that they take their own luggage from the coach as JH Coaches will not be held responsible for any charges incurred in retrieving it from another passenger. 

JH Coaches will not be held responsible for any lost property which has not been correctly and clearly labelled. Passengers are carried in accordance with the company’s Booking Conditions of Carriage, copies of which are available for inspection at the address above. Smoking and the consumption of alcohol are not permitted at any time on any JH Coach. A penalty fare will be charged for any passenger found to be travelling without a valid ticket, the charge is £20.00 plus the full single fare from the boarding point to the destination.

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Blackpool & Illuminations

£ 320.00

4th – 7th October 2024

Staying at the Monterey Beach Hotel in Lytham St Annes this 4 day tour will be capturing the magnificent lights of the Blackpool Illuminations as well as a visit to the traditional market of Fleetwood, free time to explore the many attractions of Blackpool and the Victoria seaside town of Southport. A fully packed 4 day break!

• October 4, 2024

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Day 1: We depart our local area and make our way to the Monterey Beach Hotel in Lytham St Annes stopping enroute at Trentham Shopping village for a comfort and refreshment stop before arriving at our hotel in time for our evening meal.

Day 2: After breakfast we depart our hotel and make our way to the traditional market of Fleetwood, one of the largest markets in the North West of England. Offering over 200 indoor and outdoor stalls it is a true shoppers paradise. After our visit to Fleetwood we then make our way to Blackpool where we will have free time to explore the many attractions including the famous Blackpool Tower or even be brave and ride “The Big One” in Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach the choice is endless. Afterwards we make our way back to the hotel to enjoy our evening meal and an evening of entertainment.

Day 3: After breakfast we depart our hotel and make our way to the seaside resort of Southport. Once in Southport you will have ample free time to explore the many attractions Southport has to offer including the beautiful coastal views from Southport Beach, Southport Pier – a historic landmark on the seafront or even meander in and out of the shops, offering both high street chains and independent designer shops. After our full day of exploring we return back to our hotel to refresh and enjoy our evening meal before heading into Blackpool to enjoy an evening tour of the spectacular Blackpool Illuminations. After our tour we return back to the hotel to catch up on some well earnt rest.

Day 4: After breakfast we sadly depart our hotel and make our way back to our local area stopping enroute for comfort and refreshment stops.

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Murder, They Hope cast, filming locations and episode guide for BBC comedy

Johnny Vegas is coming to BBC Two as one half of the crime-fighting duo in the comedy series Murder, They Hope .

The comedian takes on the role of Terry Bremmer and is joined by partner Gemma Draper, played by Sian Gibson, as they give up on their coach business and become private investigators.

A host of well-known faces also pop up in the series, as the hapless pair attempt to solve a collection of crimes with limited success involving a bitter baking feud and a bus-based serial killer.

The series, written by Jason Cook and which originally aired on Gold in 2021, is a follow-up to three one-off whodunit spoofs Murder on the Blackpool Express , Death on the Tyne and finally the 2019 Dial M for Middlesbrough .

After the pair’s tour bus blew up in  Dial M for Middlesbrough , the couple have now set up their own private detective agency.

Who is in the Murder, They Hope cast?

Johnny vegas.

The 53-year-old comedian from Lancashire is famed for his surreal comedy and has enjoyed success in stand-up, acting, writing and directing.

He was a regular panellist on Shooting Stars , 8 Out of 10 Cats and QI and played Geoff Maltby in the ITV series Benidorm . He stars in Murder, They Wrote as Terry Bremmer.

Sian Gibson

The Welsh actor rose to fame in the sitcom Peter Kay’s Car Share in which she played the passenger and supermarket employee Kayleigh Kitson enjoying a lift to and from work with Kay’s character John Redmond.

She was also in the prequels to Murder, They Hope – Murder on the Blackpool Express , Death on the Tyne and Dial M for Middlesbrough . She co-stars in Murder, They Hope as Gemma Draper.

Sarah Hadland

The 52-year-old is best known for her role as Stevie Sutton, Miranda Hart’s best friend in the sitcom Miranda.

She has also appeared in Horrible Histories on CBBC and BBC drama Waterloo Road as English teacher Linda Radleigh. She plays Monica, Gemma’s spotlight stealing sister in this series.

Shobna Gulati

Gulati first came to prominence in the Victoria Wood comedy series Dinnerladies , in which she played Ania.

She has also appeared in both Eastenders and Coronation Stree t. She plays Vicky, a police officer and Gemma’s sister-in law in Murder, They Hope .

A roster of guests also appear including:

Nitin Ganatra ( Eastenders )

Janine Duvitski ( Benidorm )

Adrian Scarborough ( Gavin and Stacey )

Paul Whitehouse ( The Fast Show, Harry Enfield & Chums, Mortimer& Whitehouse: Gone Fishing )

Jason Manford ( 8 Out Of 10 Cats, The One Show, Unbeatable )

Lee Mack ( Not Going Out, Would I Lie To You? )

Hannah Waddingham ( Ted Lasso)

Kiell Smith-Bynoe ( Ghosts )

Layton Williams ( Bad Education )

Steve Edge ( Benidorm )

Where is Murder, They Hope filmed?

Murder, They Hope moved south after the coach business which Terry and Gemma ran was razed to the ground and they were forced to move in with Gemma’s sister Monica.

Filming has taken place in the Hertforshire city of St Albans.

Crew were spotted making some of the episodes in the George Street and Romeland Hill areas of the city.

How many episodes are there?

There are three episodes in the first series of Murder, They Hope with the initial one airing on BBC Two at 9pm on Thursday 25 April. The second and third episodes will be shown on successive Thursdays.

It will also be available on iPlayer.

Fans wanting to watch the prequels – Murder on the Blackpool Express , Death on the Tyne and Dial M for Middlesbrough – can also catch them on the BBC iPlayer.