Hotels

Wednesday 5th December 2007

O is for Oxford

The Mercure East Gate Hotel
www.mercure.com

Originally a 17th Century coaching inn, this 4 star hotel has 63 en suite rooms. The hotel is ideally situated for visiting the historic colleges as well as participating in the year round entertainment, including open air plays, river punting and the May Day celebrations. The main shopping area is nearby.

Rooms are well furnished with modern décor and facilities include colour television, radio, telephone, minibar and air conditioning.

Thursday 6th December 2007

T is for Tavistock

The Bedford Hotel

Situated in historic market town of Tavistock, Devon. The Bedford is an excellent base from which to explore Dartmoor and the wealth of National Trust Houses and Gardens in Devon and Cornwall. The Hotel has 29 attractively furnished bedrooms, award winning restaurant and large private car park.

Each of the bedrooms has a unique charm and character of its own, with tasteful furnishings all that is necessary to provide the comfort our guests deserve.

Friday 7th December 2007

W is for Wyeside

The coach will depart from The Holiday Inn Plymouth Hotel and will make its way to Powys, Wales. (Time to be confirmed) where you will spend the night at The Metropole Hotel.

This evening the coach will collect you from the hotel and transfer you to Wyeside which will take approximately 45 minutes. You will then be transported back to the hotel after your evening in Wyeside.

The Metropole Hotel
www.metropole.co.uk

Located in the centre of the historic spa town of Llandrindod Wells, Powys, The Metropole has been owned and run by the Baird-Murray family for over 100 years. All of the 120 en-suite bedrooms are decorated and furnished to a high standard and offer a variety of styles from single to honeymoon suite.

Built in a Victorian-style conservatory the 18 metre heated swimming pool is a haven for relaxation. As well as a whirlpool, steam room and sauna, for the more energetic, the gym includes state-of-the-art aerobic exercise equipment. Enjoy sitting with your feet up, reading the papers or burning off the calories, the choice is entirely yours.

Saturday 8th December 2007

A is for Alston

The coach will depart for Carlisle, Cumbria. (Time to be confirmed) On arrival you will check in to the County Hotel Carlisle where you will stay the night.

This evening the coach will transport you to Alston at the end of the evening will return you back to the hotel. The journey will take approximately 50 minutes.

County Hotel Carlisle
www.countycarlisle.com

A beautiful listed building, the County Hotel still retains its Georgian Grandeur as well as providing modern spacious accommodation and conference facilities. Situated in the heart of Carlisle, this 3 star hotel overlooks the splendid twin towers of King Henry VIII's historic Citadel and is opposite the railway station.

This hotel has 84 guestrooms, all of which are simply decorated with carpets, wood furniture, and floral bedspreads. All rooms have windows that open and front-facing rooms have a view of the splendid twin towers of King Henry VIII's historic Citadel. Each of the spacious bedrooms comes with a great range of convenient facilities.

Sunday 9th December 2007

Y is for York

After breakfast your coach will depart Carlisle and make its way to York (Time to be confirmed) where you will spend the night at Novotel York City Centre.

Novotel York City Centre
www.novotel.com

An upper mid market hotel with 124 en suite bedrooms including 22 brand new 4 star Novation bedrooms. The hotel is located 5 minutes walking distance from the city centre, on the banks of the River Foss, adjacent to the historic city walls.

Beautiful York Minster is a short walk away, as are other attractions of the city. The hotel has a Garden Brassiere with room service, a traditional pub, heated indoor swimming pool, a free car park and indoor and outdoor play area. All Superior rooms are non smoking.

Novotel rooms provide modern comfort, a unique feeling of spaciousness and contemporary decor for both business and leisure travel. All rooms are fully equipped with smoke alarms, safe deposit box in room, radio, and Satellite/cable colour TV and WiFi wireless Internet access.

Monday 10th December 2007

The coach will transport you from the Novotel York City Hotel back to Oxford where the tour will conclude.