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Railways & Waterways of Lancashire

Railways & Waterways of Lancashire

Sit back and relax as we head for Lancashire and all its scenic splendour!

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Embark on a journey to Lancashire, a land of scenic splendour! Experience the charm of the iconic Keighley & Worth Valley Steam Railway, accompanied by a delightful cream tea. Then, indulge in a leisurely cruise along the Lancaster Canal on the renowned Kingfisher canal boat, a true testament to Lancashire's waterways.

 

INCLUDES

Return coach travel

1 night half board

Visits to Barton Grange Garden Centre & Oswaldtwistle Mills Shopping Village

Lancaster Canal cruise with a hot drink

Journey on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway Steam Railway with cream tea

 

Day 1

This morning, we travel to Barton Grange garden centre for our cruise on the award-winning canal boat Kingfisher canal boat. Sit back and relax with a hot drink as we pass through the delightful countryside, with views stretching towards the Bowland Fells. Afterwards, enjoy a little free time to explore the garden centre before we continue to our hotel.

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Day 2

This morning, we visit the one-of-a-kind Oswaldtwistle Mills Shopping Village, housed in a former weaving mill. This unique shopping village boasts hundreds of retailers under one roof, offering a shopping experience like no other. After some free time to explore, we continue for a nostalgic journey on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway Steam Railway, which travels through the beautiful Bronte countryside with a cream tea included. After our journey, we return home to the East Midlands.

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B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

Holiday Inn Preston 3*

 

Located in the heart of Preston city centre, this hotel is fully air-conditioned and offers comfortable ensuite rooms with feature TVs, a work desk, and free Wi-Fi.

 

Hotel Facilities

  • Bar

  • Restaurant

  • Lift

  • WiFi

  • Fitness Centre

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

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Name Address
Arnold High Street Bus Stop,
Outside Leisure Centre Car Park, Arnold, NG5 7EE
Bulwell Aldi (Bus Stop SW12), Sellers Wood Drive,
Bulwell, NG6 8GE
Derby Bus Station, Bay 27 & 28,
Derby, DE1 2AY
Leicester St Margarets Bus Station, Stand SA,
Gravel Street, Leicester, LE1 3AG
Loughborough Amber Rooms, The Rushes
Loughborough, LE11 5BE
Mansfield Bus Stop, Walkden Street
Mansfield, NG18 1QN
Nottingham Mount Street, Alongside the Grosvenor Casino,
Nottingham, NG1 6HE
Rotherham Interchange Bay C1/ C2, Frederick Street,
Rotherham , S60 1QB
Sheffield Pond Hill, Opposite Penny Black Public House
Sheffield, S1 2BG

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