Barge, Blooms and the North West

With so much to see and do in the North West of England, we have combined a number of well-known favourites including lively Liverpool and Chester, with less known excursions and the recently established RHS Garden Bridgewater. Tours are based on Thursday departures.

RHS Garden Bridgewater • Port Sunlight • Liverpool • Chester • Wigan Cruise

Day 1 Travel to your hotel in Cheshire.

Day 2 A short hop to Wigan Pier this morning, to enjoy a friendly and informative 2 hour barge cruise. Passengers will enjoy the alternative view of the geography, wildlife and heritage of the Industrial Revolution and environs of Wigan, Leigh and the Douglas Valley. On then to the highlight of the tour for some, the brand new and spectacular 154 acre RHS Garden Bridgewater. One of the largest gardening projects in Europe, this is the Royal Horticultural Societies fifth garden and has transformed the historic grounds of Worsley New Hall in Salford.

Day 3 This morning is in charming Chester, with time at leisure to explore the pretty medieval streets and city walls. This afternoon is admission to and a coach tour of Port Sunlight Village, built at the end of the 19th century and originally designed as a home for workers at the Lever Factory. Over 30 different architects were involved in the building of the village and the result is an intoxicating mix of architectural styles enhanced by the parkland setting.

Day 4 Liverpool is today’s destination for a tour of the Anglican Cathedral. This incredible feat of architectural achievement is the largest cathedral in the UK and it is thought that St Paul's Cathedral could actually fit inside. The remainder of the day is at leisure, but we would be happy to make arrangements for additional excursions such as a cruise on the Mersey or admission to the Beatles Story (additional costs apply), if required.

Day 5 Homeward journey.

All tours are tailored to your requirements and can be adapted for travel by coach and/or air as you prefer. Occasionally itineraries change. Please see our current brochure or contact us for the latest version.

Park Royal Hotel, Warrington

This lovely hotel is ideally located for touring Cheshire, Manchester, Liverpool and the North West region in general. Bedrooms are well appointed, spacious, and the peaceful grounds are complimented by the excellent leisure facilities including tennis courts and indoor pool.

• 4 star • 146 bedrooms • Lift

• Leisure facilities

• Indoor swimming pool

• Coach parking

Your tour includes:

• 4 nights half board in Cheshire with:
Porter service
Full English breakfast
3 course dinner with choice and tea/coffee

• 2 hour barge cruise

• Admission to RHS Garden Bridgewater

• Coach tour and admission at Port Sunlight Village

• Admission to the Anglican Cathedral

For a quotation, or to enquire about this tour, fill in our online form, send us an email or call us on 01432 277666.