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BDRA Coach Trips

- TO BOOK PLEASE RING 01277- 654597

Please note the all payments should by paid at least 1 month prior to the trip and sent to Malcolm & Margaret Knight, 11 Longrise, Billericay CM12 9QR. Cheques should be payable to BDRA and the trip title indicated on the reverse of the cheque. Departure points for all trips: - GG - Gooseberry Green, bus stop at roundabout, OA - Orchard Avenue, approaching Stock Road, LR - Laindon Road, bus stop between Sun corner and the fire station, SG - South Green, bus stop to Wickford, opposite the Retirement Apartments.

Please note - when concession prices (i.e. Seniors, Children etc) are quoted, these must be requested at the time of booking. Otherwise full price will be paid. In the event that you cancel all efforts will be made to resell your seats; however, payment cannot be refunded if reselling proves unsuccessful.

SATURDAY 11th JUNE 2010 - BLENHEIM PALACE & GARDENS -  FULL. Pay Now

Price including Entrance Tickets & Coach – £25. Dep. GG 9.30 am, OA 9.35 am, LR 9.45 am, and 9.50 am.  Back in Billericay early evening.

FRIDAY 8th JULY 2011 – HAMPTON COURT FLOWER SHOW - FULL. Pay Now

One of the world’s largest horticultural shows set in the grounds of the Royal Palace. Price including Entrance and a Luxury Coach – RHS Members £34, Non Members - £39. Depart: Gooseberry Green 8.00 am, Orchard Avenue 8.05 am, Laindon Road 8.10 am South Green 8.15 am.  Back in Billericay approx. 7 pm. Bring RHS Membership card.

SATURDAY 25th JUNE 2011 – WELLINGTON ARCH & APSLEY HOUSE

This trip offers an opportunity to visit The Wellington Arch and Apsley House. The trip commences with an introduction to the history of the Wellington Arch. This is followed by a talk on the two viewing balconies with the guide describing the historical views on display and the local area. The group can then enjoy tea and coffee on the third floor, and the three floors of exhibitions on the history of the Arch, monuments and memorials in London and the Blue Plaque Scheme.

Addresses don’t come much grander than 'Number One London', the popular name for Apsley House, one of the most interesting visitor attractions in London. Home to the Duke of Wellington after his victory over Napoleon at Waterloo, the interior of the house has changed very little since the days of the Iron Duke.  It boasts one of the finest art collections in London, with paintings by Velazquez and Rubens as well as a wonderful collection of silver and porcelain.

Price including Entrance and a Luxury Coach – £24. Depart: Gooseberry Green 8.30 am, Orchard Avenue 8.35 am, Laindon Road 8.45 am South Green 8.50 am.  Back in Billericay early evening.

TUESDAY 19th JULY 2010 - BLICKLING HOUSE, NORFOLK -  FULL. Pay Now

Embark on a voyage of discovery and follow four centuries of history at Blickling, from the Boleyn family to the RAF and Second World War. Learn what life was like as a servant and hear the stories of the real people who kept Blickling going. Explore the Long Gallery, which holds the most important book collection in the National Trust. The estate is a treasure trove of romantic buildings, beautiful and extensive gardens and landscape park. From 400-year-old yew hedges and historic trees, to a hidden pyramid and glistening lake, there is something for everyone to enjoy throughout the year. Price including Entrance and a Luxury Coach – Nat. Trust Members £14, Non Members - £24. Depart: Gooseberry Green 9.00 am, Orchard Avenue 9.05 am, Laindon Road 9.15 am South Green 9.20 am.  Back in Billericay approx. 8 pm. Bring Nat. Trust Membership card.

TUESDAY 9th AUGUST 2011 – FELBRIGG HALL, NORFOLK

Once described as a hidden gem, the Hall is a place of surprises and delights, a mixture of opulence and homeliness where each room has something to feed the imagination. Outside, this 'bountiful estate' really lives up to its name. The decorative and productive walled garden is a gardener's delight, providing fruit and vegetables for the restaurant, flowers for the Hall and inspiration to visitors. The rolling landscape park with a lake, 211 hectares (520 acres) of woods and miles of way marked trails is a great place to explore nature and wildlife or just to get away from it all. Price including Entrance and a Luxury Coach – Nat. Trust Members £14, Non Members - £24. Depart: Gooseberry Green 9.00 am, Orchard Avenue 9.05 am, Laindon Road 9.15 am South Green 9.20 am.  Back in Billericay approx. 8 pm. Bring Nat. Trust Membership card.
 

SATURDAY 13th AUGUST – EASTBOURNE AIR SHOW

Enjoy a trip to the seaside and experience the seafront air show (including the Red Arrows). Sideshows, bands, trade stands, vintage vehicles etc. as well as the local shops. Price including a Luxury coach – £15. Dep. Gooseberry Green 8.30 am, Orchard Avenue 8.35 am, Laindon Road 8.40 am South Green 8.45 am.  Back in Billericay approx. 8 pm. 

THURSDAY 14th JULY 2011 – LOVE NEVER DIES at the ADELPHI

Another chance to see LOVE NEVER DIES at a fantastic price.
There will be time before the evening show to enjoy a meal and make this a special occasion. Stall Seats and Luxury coach - £45. Depart GG 3.30 pm, OA 3.40 pm, LR 3.45 pm, and SG 3.50 pm.  Back in Billericay before midnight. 

FRIDAY 2nd DEC to MONDAY 5th DEC 2011 - TURKEY & TINSEL WEEKEND

 Turkey & Tinsel Weekend at the Whitehall Hotel, Bournemouth on a half board basis. Price including coach – Approx. £160. Some single rooms available. All those interested please call as soon as possible.