- About Us
- Holidays
- Groups
- Coach Hire
- SMC Pass Portal
- Contact Us
Special Events
Embark on a unique journey this winter as we venture into the 2025 Orchid Festival at the Kew Botanic Gardens.
Visit beautiful Bakewell for their traditional market day!
As spring begins, the delightful village of Thriplow celebrates with a special Daffodil festival. This weekend draws thousands of visitors for the open gardens, craft barns, marquees, stalls, food, ale, music, demonstrations and, of course, the host of stunning daffodils.
Spoil someone special this Mother's Day with a visit to Bourton-on-the-Water!
Embark on a unique journey to the National Stud for a tour and insight into the world of Throughbred breeding.
Let us take care of your transport and tickets for the most stress-free way to enjoy London's famous West End. With departures throughout the year, our London Theatre day trip is the ideal way to be dazzled by the lights and sights of the West End.
Blending cutting-edge technology and the most beloved songs ever written, see ABBA take to the stage like never before in 2025.
Visit Whitby this Easter Sunday, one of the North East coast’s best-loved seaside towns!
The Harrogate Flower Show is one of the UK’s premier gardening events, welcoming over 100 of the UK’s top plant nurseries and landscapers. Visit a selection of beautiful show gardens, installations, and a packed programme of live entertainment.
The Harrogate Flower Show is one of the UK’s premier gardening events, welcoming over 100 of the UK’s top plant nurseries and landscapers. Visit a selection of beautiful show gardens, installations, and a packed programme of live entertainment.
20/09/2025
Join us at Hampton Court Palace for a Tulip Festival of immense proportions.
03/05/2025
Visit beautiful Bakewell for their traditional market day!
30/06/2025
.jpeg)
Every year, the charming seaside town of Llandudno transforms into a time capsule with the much-anticipated Victorian Extravaganza!
Spend the day at Buxton where the spring fair is being held, Stalls, exhibitions, food, art and entertainment of all kinds taking over 'Main Street'.
The iconic, four-day long RHS Malvern Spring Festival, is a celebration of all things gardening, championing horticultural excellence and bursting with inspiration for gardeners.
The Spalding Flower Parade returns!
The Cromer Crab & Lobster Festival is back celebrating this seaside town's fishing heritage!
Immerse yourself in the world-renowned, glamorous, and quintessentially British RHS Chelsea Flower Show, an exclusive and unforgettable experience.
Join us at the ancient stone circle of Stonehenge, one of the world's wonders and the best-known prehistoric monument in Europe.
Join us in wonderful Warwickshire to visit Wellesbourne's magnificent market and the historic county town of Warwick.
Experience the pleasure of a horse-drawn boat trip along the beautiful Llangollen Canal.
Go at your own pace using a multimedia guide, and discover the history and heritage of the Palace of Westminster, which have stood on the same spot since the 11th century.
Now one of the world’s largest literary festivals, this small town is home to the Hay Festival of Literature and Arts event takes place every late spring. What began in a pub garden has grown to attract over 100,000 visitors who engage with notable writers, poets, and musicians.
Welcome to romantic Knebworth, a country estate home to five hundred years of history! Here, you'll explore a historic house and grade-two listed gardens that include a hedge maze and wilderness area.
02/08/2025
Join us at the ancient stone circle of Stonehenge, one of the world's wonders and the best-known prehistoric monument in Europe.
With over 50,000 attendees in 2024, this year's theme of ‘Commemorate, Celebrate, Innovate’; the air show will commemorate history through displays in the air and on the ground, celebrate the Royal Air Force, NATO Allies and Partner nations plus inspiring future generations through innovation.
View a breathtaking display of roses and summer gardens that spreads over forty-acres of garden, lakes, canals and wilderness at Chippenham Park Gardens before travelling the short distance to Ely for its historic market in the shadow of a stunning cathedral.
The ultimate summer day out! Fresh seasonal flavours, high-class entertainment and two shows with one ticket!
Joined by an experienced guide, we tour the other-worldly Stumpery Garden, the whimsical Thyme Walk and the Chelsea award-winning Carpet Garden; you'll see Highgrove through the eyes of royalty!
02/07/2025
Join us at the National Memorial Arboretum, where Armed Forces Day is marked by fun activities, live musical performances and acts of remembrance throughout the day.
Let us take care of your transport and tickets for the most stress-free way to enjoy London's famous West End. With departures throughout the year, our London Theatre day trip is the ideal way to be dazzled by the lights and sights of the West End.
A fabulous summer day out awaits, full of entertainment and offering a shopping experience to find that original, individual piece for the house, garden, yourself or as a gift.
ELVIS EVOLUTION, a unique blend of cutting-edge digital technology, live actors and musicians, mind-blowing multimedia, combined with heart-pounding music, it promises an electrifying experience. Set in London's Excel Centre, this high-tech homage to the King's iconic moments is sure to leave you on the edge of your seat.
24/08/2025
For the first time ever, the RHS Flower Show is coming to Wentworth Woodhouse in South Yorkshire!
Join us at the Royal International Air Tattoo, the world's largest military air show at RAF Fairford!
Join us at the Shrewsbury Flower Show, one of the country's premier flower show events, attracting top exhibitors from all over the country.
Stratford-upon-Avon, a medieval market town in England’s West Midlands, is the 16th-century birthplace of William Shakespeare, possibly the most famous writer in the English language.
Journey in style on your trip along the ELR with a cream tea, then sit back, relax and watch rolling green hills and pretty villages pass you by.
Travel to North Wales's biggest and best loved seaside resort and find out what Llandudno is all about! Home to a beautiful coastline, countryside and endless attractions all near the Snowdonia National Park.
Visit Whitby this Bank Holiday, one of the North East coast’s best-loved seaside towns!
Enjoy an action-packed day of thrilling Grand Ring entertainment, inspirational cooking masterclasses, delicious food, fantastic shopping and plenty of have-a-go activities at one of England's most spectacular annual outdoor events.
Let us take care of your transport and tickets for the most stress-free way to enjoy London's famous West End. With departures throughout the year, our London Theatre day trip is the ideal way to be dazzled by the lights and sights of the West End.
The RHS Malvern Autumn Show is the perfect place to round off the gardening year. Bringing together everything we love about nature, our great value break is for food, gardening and nature lovers alike.
Journey in style on your trip along the ELR with a cream tea, then sit back, relax and watch rolling green hills and pretty villages pass you by.
The Matlock Bath Illuminations are a fun-packed family friendly event featuring a spectacular parade of illuminated and decorated boats along the River Derwent!
Let us take care of your transport and tickets for the most stress-free way to enjoy London's famous West End. With departures throughout the year, our London Theatre day trip is the ideal way to be dazzled by the lights and sights of the West End.
Nestled in the heart of Belvoir, bordering Lincolnshire and Leicestershire, this annual celebration promises an evening of excitement and charm for families, friends, and everyone in between.
Browse a fantastic range of vintage tractors and machinery at the next installment of the Newark Vintage Tractor & Heritage Show.
Synonymous with Christmas, you'll find beautifully hand-crafted gifts, food and entertainment.
With a wide range of events throughout the day, Whitby's Christmas Festival is the perfect place to come and enjoy a Jolly day!
The Knitting & Stitching Shows is back for 2025 and offering a craft experience like no other.
21/11/2025
Discover perfect presents for friends and family from over a hundred boutique stalls and designers all located in the Cathedral's magnificent nave and Lady Chapel.
Lights, camera, action! Join Skills for another festive extravaganza at the largest Christmas show in Europe!
05/12/2025
Step back in time as Victorian ladies, gentlemen, chimney sweeps, and merchants fill the historic streets and explore more than 200 stalls at Worcester's Victorian Christmas Fayre.
Experience the magic of Christmas at Tatton Park, a festive wonderland nestled in the heart of Cheshire.
Join us at Haddon Hall and explore over 180 talented artisans and makers will showcase their work, creating a luxurious Christmas shopping experience.
Join us at the award-winning Oswaldtwistle Mills Shopping Village & Garden Centre this festive season. Our visit also includes included entertainment and a three-course festive lunch too!
For the ultimate dose of festive spirit, there’s no place greater than the epic Winter Wonderland in London’s Hyde Park!
With over 300 stalls and stallholders dressed in Victorian costumes, if you're looking for that perfect Christmas gift or simply want to soak up the festive spirit, this is the place to be.
Enjoy Beamish's unique Yuletide celebrations, taste scrumptious seasonal cooking and be amazed as your favourite parts of the museum are beautifully decorated for the festive season.
The ‘Gateway to the Dales’ presents Skipton’s famous Christmas Market!
Prepare for an extraordinary festive display and explore the magnificent Castle Howard at Christmas.
For the ultimate dose of festive spirit, there’s no place greater than the epic Winter Wonderland in London’s Hyde Park!
14/12/2025
Complete your festive period with a visit to Leeds Christmas Market, one of the UK's most established German Christmas markets!
Join us at the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort to make memories that will last a lifetime as we celebrate the most special time of the year with ‘LEGOLAND at Christmas’.
The historic streets of Ironbridge's Blists Hill Victorian Town will swell with festive music, singing and falling snow this Christmas season.
Travel to Beverley for a magical Christmas shopper’s wonderland. With over 110 stalls brim with gorgeous Christmas gifts and local treats take over the historic market town, this will certainly get you into the festive spirit!
For the ultimate dose of festive spirit, there’s no place greater than the epic Winter Wonderland in London’s Hyde Park!
Sitting amongst two-thousand acres of parkland, explore the exquisite palace with rooms decked in all their festive finery and hidden surprises - your very merriest Christmas starts here.
Availability Search
Brochures
Days Out Leaflet 
2025 Skills Holidays Brochure 
2025 Coachstyle Great Value Holidays Brochure Keyword Search
Skills, Belgrave Road, Bulwell, Nottingham, NG6 8LY. Registered in England Number 546349. VAT Registered Number 660 5538 34.
Skills Holidays, CoachStyle & Skills Days are trading names of Skills Travel Ltd.
We guarantee 100% financial protection on all of our tours and breaks operated by Skills Holidays and Skills Coachstyle.
Tel: +44 (0)115 977 0080 Email: enquiry@skills.co.uk. All content is copyright © Skills Travel Ltd.
