Wednesday 2nd June 2021 

Join us on this popular trip on the Suffolk & Essex border as we call in at Lavenham  for a short while before heading to Dedham, Constables birth place where you will have time for a spot of lunch.  After lunch we head to Flatford Mill, scene of some of Constables most famous paintings.  If you feel fit you may want to walk across the footpaths to the Mill!

A visit to Flatford Mill in Flatford, East Bergholt, makes for a relaxing day out. The scene has been immortalised by John Constable in his painting of The Haywain, and the Mill is still recognisable. Attached to the Mill, which is a Grade 1-listed watermill originally built in 1733, is a 17th-Century miller’s cottage which is also Grade I listed. The Watermill is located in the centre of Dedham Vale, a wonderfully English village close to the border with Essex. This is part of the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty so take your time to savour the area. The Mill was once owned by Constable’s father and Constable made both the Mill and the surrounding area the subjects of many of his works of art, which are now world famous.

8am Departure

£30 per person – (excludes meals.) includes admissions

How to Book

Departing Taverham at 7.30am

The most iconic of all English fortresses commanding the gateway to the realm for nine centuries. Climb the Great Tower, meet the characters and immerse yourself in vivid medieval interiors. Then delve deep within Dover’s White Cliffs to witness the drama in the Secret Wartime Tunnels.  Roam through centuries of history at Dover Castle, from the Romans to the Cold War, in an action-packed day out.

PRICE

Coach and admission: £52

English Heritage Members: £31

How to Book

Join us for the annual Flower Show to celebrate the very best of gardening, home and lifestyle. Explore the show to find plants, home and garden items and more. This year’s show features a new Floral Street filled with new exhibitors, entertainment and festive atmosphere.
The perfect day out, packed with garden inspiration, stunning floral displays and a shoppers paradise.  Admission includes entry to gardens and Palace.

£50 per person including travel & admissions

7.30am departure

How to Book

Choose 2 of the 3 venues for your day out – from Houses of Parliament,  Churchill’s War Cabinet rooms in Whitehall or Westminster Abbey or just coach travel only!

Houses of Parliament:

An expert ‘Blue Badge’ guide accompanies you throughout this 90 minute tour through the House of Lords and House of Commons.

Tour highlights include:

• Westminster Hall*
• Norman Porch*
• Queen’s Robing Room
• Royal Gallery
• Prince’s Chamber
• Lords Chamber
• Moses Room*
• Central Lobby*
• Members’ Lobby
• Aye Lobby*
• Commons Chamber
• St Stephen’s Hall*

Westminster Abbey & Churchill War Cabinet Rooms include audio guided tour.

7.30am Departure

Coach £28 +  £17 for War Cabinet Rooms, £21 for Westminster Abbey and £21 for Houses of Parliament (Max 2 attractions)

How to Book:

Castle Hotel – Windsor

Departure Time: 8am

http://www.accorhotels.com/6618

Right in the centre of Windsor is the Castle Hotel, a grand establishment located opposite the magnificent Windsor Castle.

The 4-star luxury Castle Hotel – MGallery sits majestically on Windsor’s quintessentially English High Street. With a rich heritage and superb setting, the elegant Georgian building is directly opposite the world-renowned Windsor Castle. Dating back to 1528, the hotel provides guests with an opportunity to step back in time, as you’re free to discover its lovingly restored décor and original features. Each room is beautifully designed, with complimentary accessories ensuring you have a memorable stay.

The town’s cobbled streets offer plenty of room to explore, including the pomp and splendour of the Changing of the Guard. With its world-famous Castle and superb Thameside location, Windsor has a rich mix of history, culture, heritage and fun. Guests at Castle Hotel can enjoy an elegant meal at the Marco Pierre White restaurant, with the menu offering a creative take on British cuisine. There’s also space for weddings and events, with space to accommodate up to 260 guests.

With its world-famous Castle and superb Thameside location, Windsor has a rich mix of history, culture, heritage and fun. With year-round events, superb shopping and dining, the area has something to suit all tastes.

Our break includes:

• 1 night B&B at Castle Hotel opposite Windsor Castle
• Thames Boat trip
• Windsor Castle Visit
• Visit to the Saville Gardens – Windsor Great Park
• Afternoon Tea at Hotel

£50 deposit per person with balance due by 90 days before departure. In the event of cancellation please refer to terms and conditions on the website. You are advised to take
out your own travel insurance. Limited spaces are available for this trip so book soon!

IC Travel Price – £210pp (Single Supplement £30)

Following our popular visit in October 2020, join IC Travel on this fabulous day out to Belvoir Castle & Gardens.

Belvoir Castle’s history dates back to the eleventh century. It is the ancestral home of the Duke of Rutland, where the family have lived in an unbroken line for almost a thousand years.

Crowning a hill, the Castle’s turrets and towers rise over the Vale of Belvoir like an illustration in a romantic fairy-tale. The name Belvoir – meaning ‘beautiful view’ in French, and pronounced today as ‘beaver’ – dates back to Norman times.

Belvoir Gardens was designed and landscaped by Elizabeth Howard, 5th Duchess of Rutland, who was married to John Manners, the 5th Duke of Rutland. It was created in 1799, the year Belvoir Castle was built. There are many unusual features to the gardens, for example the natural amphitheatre which faces the estate was formed by the moraines of glaciers and a ‘root house’ or summer house which survives to this day. These natural amphitheatres are now embedded with fresh water springs to ensure blooming plants throughout the year.

Belvoir Gardens was also the first site of mass spring flower bedding, a concept developed by Mr. Divers, head gardener of the gardens at the time.

The once thriving gardens are now slowly being restored to its former glory. “Friends of Belvoir Gardens” is a programme which encourages enthusiasts with green fingers to volunteer to help manage this beautifully preserved garden.

Route via Taverham, Thickthorn, Wymondham & Attleborough.

PRICES

Coach & Admission: £45

Tickets are non-refundable unless resold. This will incur a £5 administration charge.

How to Book

Find out more about the castle and your visit by clicking here.

Highclere Castle is not only a beautiful building, but a warm and welcoming home. Playing host to family and friends, but also to events and celebrations with visitors and guests from around the world.

We are delighted to welcome you to explore the history of the Castle, the illuminating Egyptian Exhibition narrating the discovery of the Tomb of Tutankhamun, and the peace and tranquillity of the surrounding gardens and grounds.

Many of the rooms and vistas will be familiar to viewers of ‘Downton Abbey’ – both the Drawing Room and Dining Room forming the backdrop to the dryly withering put-downs delivered by Maggie Smith, as the Dowager Countess to some poor unfortunate relation. The distinctive gardens and park designed by Capability Brown, offer interest and enjoyment throughout the year and gratifying growth and change, as the seasons turn.

7.30am Departure

£57 per person including travel

How to Book

Join IC Travel on this fabulous day out to Kent to Leeds Castle.   See incredible displays inside the Castle and in the castle grounds.

Leeds Castle is 5 miles (8 km) southeast of Maidstone. It is built on islands in a lake formed by the River Len to the east of the village of Leeds.

Leeds Castle has been a Norman stronghold; the private property of six of England’s medieval queens; a palace used by Henry VIII and his first wife Catherine of Aragon; a Jacobean country house; a Georgian mansion; an elegant early 20th century retreat for the influential and famous; and in the 21st century, it has become one of the most visited historic buildings in Britain.

The present castle dates mostly from the 19th century. It has been open to the public since 1976.

Route via Taverham, Thickthorn, Wymondham & Attleborough.

Departs 7.30am

PRICES

Coach & Admission: £46

Tickets are non-refundable unless resold. This will incur a £5 administration charge.

How to Book

Visitors can explore and experience the top secret world of iconic WW2 Codebreaking Huts and Blocks set within the atmospheric Victorian estate nestled in a microcosm of Buckinghamshire countryside. A day at Bletchley Park includes an exciting, complimentary new Multimedia Guide in order to explore the site at your own pace and in your own time. Exhibitions include The Life and Works of Alan Turing, the only reconstructed Bombe machine and the largest display of Enigma machines on public display in the world.

Depart 8am

PRICE

Coach and admission: £45

How to Book

Friday 17th September 2021

Departing Taverham at 8.00am

Established in 1985 the Kensington Dollshouse Festival has become the leading International event for craftsmen and miniatures enthusiasts to get together and enjoy their obsession.

For over 30 years the Kensington Dollshouse Festival has been searching all over the globe for the best craftsmen who can perfectly replicate every day life in miniature. We have over 170 artists from all corners of the world attending our London shows. These makers specialise in all aspects of miniatures from a Grand, fully decorated mansion to a humble clothes peg & everything in between.

This is not just a day out for collectors & enthusiasts but a fascinating event for everyone of any age. You will see an awe-inspiring array of dolls houses & contents, as well as a selection of the top specialist suppliers who can provide all the tools & materials you need to have a go yourself, with a rare opportunity to talk to the super-talented craftsmen who make these incredible tiny things, many of whom do not exhibit at any other shows in the UK.

PRICE:

Coach and Admission £39

How to Book

Wednesday 29th September 2021

Departing Taverham at 8am

This tour will leave you wanting to return to the scene of the crime in order to sneak into an ongoing court case. This incredible day out is accompanied by a delicious two-course lunch, served with tea and coffee, a short journey from the Royal Courts of Justice. You are welcome to go back to the Royal Courts after lunch to sit in on a live case and “see justice being done”.

PRICE:

Coach , 2-Course Lunch and Tour – £60

How to Book

Enjoy a trip to one of London’s most famous landmarks,  the Tower of London.  The historic Tower houses the Crown Jewels, the prison cell of Sir Walter Raleigh, known as the Bloody Tower, and the Chapel of St. John and the Royal Armories.  If you want, you will have time to visit the area including Tower Bridge (admission payable separately).

PRICE

Coach travel & Admission: £50 

Depart 8am

How to Book

Saturday 2nd October 2021

Travel to London and have a day at the fabulous British Museum with exhibitions from across the world including Egypt and the Rosetta Stone.  Or take the opportunity of a day at your leisure in London!

Cost for admission and coach travel:  £28   Child £15

Departure: 8am

How to Book

At the Victoria and Albert Museum, you can see art and design from the past 3000 years, including ceramics, furniture, fashion, jewellery, photographs, sculpture, textiles and paintings. The family-friendly Science Museum caters for kids of all ages.

The Interactive Garden area is specially designed for under fives, while the hands-on Launchpad Gallery is perfect for teenagers. Just next door you’ll find London’s Natural History Museum, where you can come face-to-face with a giant T-rex, and experience an earthquake in the Power Within zone.

Depart 8.00am

PRICES

Seats just £28 return – Child £15!! includes free admission

How to Book

Sunday 19th December 2021

ETA London: 12.00 noon

Depart London: 5.30pm

ETA Taverham: 9.30pm

Enjoy a day out to the Kensington area of London at your leisure for a spot of sightseeing, visits to the Museums or shopping – over 5 hours in the capital – Drop off Kensington area

PRICES

Seats just £30 return  – please call 01603 868680 to book

Tickets are non-refundable unless resold. This will incur a £5 administration charge.

Royal School of Needlework -The International Centre of Excellence for the Art of Hand Embroidery since 1872.

Based at the magnificent Hampton Court Palace the renowned Embroidery Studio creates stunning bespoke embroidery for fashion, art and royalty, as well as expertly restoring and conserving valuable and historical embroidered pieces.

Join us as we travel to the beautiful city of Ely where the 2022 exhibition will be staged at Ely Cathedral.   Coach only option for those wishing to visit Ely without the exhibition.

Our day includes time at leisure in Ely.

Departure 8.30am

£30 per person including travel & admission

£22 per person coach travel only

How to Book

The National Stud opened its gates to the public for the first time in the mid 1970s. To this day The National Stud remains the only commercial stud farm in the UK allowing individuals, small groups and large parties the chance to see behind the scenes of a working Thoroughbred stud farm.

Tours of The National Stud last approximately 90 minutes and are taken by coach and on foot. The tours explore this beautiful 500-acre site and focus on introducing visitors to the history and purpose of The National Stud as a commercial Thoroughbred breeding operation. The National Stud is a working commercial stud farm, so the physical content of the tours varies throughout the year, depending on the season and the activities happening on the stud when you visit.  There is then an opportunity for lunch, following which we visit the National Heritage Centre for Horseracing and Sporting Art.

This is situated in Charles II’s sporting palace and stables and spans five acres in the heart of Newmarket. It comprises three complementary attractions; a new National Horseracing Museum, a National Art Gallery of British Sporting Art, and a chance to meet former racehorses and learn what they do after racing, in the flagship home of Retraining of Racehorses.  Part of the visit is a guided tour followed by free time to browse.

The National Heritage Centre at Palace House is the result of over ten years planning, building and fundraising to become the biggest new attraction to open in Suffolk in the last decade. Voted Suffolk Museum of the year 2017.

The Heritage Centre also features The Tack Room: Food by the Pantry. It is accessible to all the public, not just Heritage Centre ticket holders, and can be accessed via large gates on Palace Street directly into the King’s Yard or from the atrium that runs from Rous Road car park through to Palace Street.

Retraining of Racehorses demonstrations take place daily in the arena at 11.30 and 14.30 daily.

Depart 9am

PRICES

Coach travel and admission:  £48

Bookings may be made by calling IC Travel on Norwich (01603) 868680, or email info@ictravel.co.uk

A UNESCO Heritage City of Music, in popular culture Liverpool will always link to The Beatles, that British band which would become a world phenomenon to this day. Immerse yourself in the boy’s home city, exploring their grass roots and special Liverpudlian environment. Uncover gems such as the Casbah Coffee Club original launch pad of the band back in the day and stay at the world’s only Beatles-inspired upmarket hotel. Now with the last piece of the puzzle, new visitor attraction Strawberry Fields opening 2019, where visitors can experience this special place from Lennon’s childhood, with interactive centre and wooded garden grounds.

Package Includes:

• 3 nights Half board at 4* Hard Days Night Hotel with luxury coach travel with IC Travel courier and complimentary light refreshments
• Entry to The Beatles Story & British Invasion Exhibition
• Entry to the Cavern Club
• Entrance to Strawberry Fields
• Ferry cross the Mersey (50 mins explorer cruise)

A ‘Fab Four’ star Liverpool hotel. Hard Days Night Hotel is the world’s only Beatles inspired hotel, combining the highest quality facilities in a truly unique environment. Located at the heart of Liverpool’s ‘Beatles Quarter’ offering luxurious accommodation and exclusive event space with a twist. Housed in the magnificent Grade II listed Central Buildings, dating back to 1884, the beautifully restored hotel is steeped in history.

All 110 rooms are individually designed around the contours of the original building and elegantly furnished with specially commissioned Beatles-inspired artwork adorning the walls.

Sitting adjacent to the world famous Cavern Club where the Beatles rose to fame, and an array of the city’s famous Beatles landmarks, the hotel not only offers the perfect getaway for visitors, but is much loved by art lovers, music lovers, and food lovers alike.

Departure Time 7am tbc

DBB – £425pp with £120 single supplement
Deposit of £50 on booking and balance payable 90 days before departure.

How to Book

DBB – £495pp with £100 single supplement

The area is known and loved by many for its breath-taking views, bustling market towns and pretty villages, historic houses, famous attractions and hundreds of traditional events, such as the unique Derbyshire custom of Well Dressing – see all of What’s On in the area, here!

From the high, moorland plateaus in the north, to the steep-sided, deep dales and rolling green hills in the south of the area, the Peak District & Derbyshire has just about any landscape you can imagine in Britain, making it one of the finest areas in the country to go walking. Couple the fantastic scenery with amazing local Food & Drink, the Peak District will sure enough become one of your favourite destinations!

So, if you want to enjoy some time exploring all that the Peak District & Derbyshire has to offer, book your holiday now!

The trip includes crossing a ravine in a cable car as you ascend to The Heights of Abraham, hop on-board an old-style tram at Crich Tramway Village, home to the National Tramway Museum or enjoy the House and Grounds at Chatsworth.  We also visit Denby Pottery and the villages of Hartington and Tissington and maybe some optional walking for those up to it!

Cost includes DBB at the fabulous Mickleover Court Hotel where we have stayed on previous occasions.

How to Book

Castle Hotel – Windsor

Departure Time: 8am

http://www.accorhotels.com/6618

Right in the centre of Windsor is the Castle Hotel, a grand establishment located opposite the magnificent Windsor Castle.

The 4-star luxury Castle Hotel – sits majestically on Windsor’s quintessentially English High Street. With a rich heritage and superb setting, the elegant Georgian building is directly opposite the world-renowned Windsor Castle. Dating back to 1528, the hotel provides guests with an opportunity to step back in time, as you’re free to discover its lovingly restored décor and original features. Each room is beautifully designed, with complimentary accessories ensuring you have a memorable stay.

The town’s cobbled streets offer plenty of room to explore, including the pomp and splendour of the Changing of the Guard. With its world-famous Castle and superb Thameside location, Windsor has a rich mix of history, culture, heritage and fun. Guests at Castle Hotel can enjoy an elegant meal at the Marco Pierre White restaurant, with the menu offering a creative take on British cuisine. There’s also space for weddings and events, with space to accommodate up to 260 guests.

With its world-famous Castle and superb Thameside location, Windsor has a rich mix of history, culture, heritage and fun. With year-round events, superb shopping and dining, the area has something to suit all tastes.

Our break includes:

• 1 night B&B at Castle Hotel opposite Windsor Castle
• Thames Boat trip
• Windsor Castle Visit
• Afternoon Tea at Hotel

£50 deposit per person with balance due by 90 days before departure. In the event of cancellation please refer to terms and conditions on the website. You are advised to take
out your own travel insurance. Limited spaces are available for this trip so book soon!

IC Travel Price – £210pp (Single Supplement £30)