Simonds Coach & Travel

Simonds Coach & Travel For all local bus service enquiries please email [email protected] Simonds Coach and Travel is the trading name of Simonds of Botesdale Ltd.

Simonds is located in Diss Norfolk and provides coach holidays and excursions, garage services, training and conference facilities, coach travel and private hire. Roland Oswald Simonds founded the company in the late 1920's. He started his business repairing bicycles and agricultural machinery before moving into coaches in the early thirties with just two coaches. These were used to carry passenge

rs and provisions around the local area and during the summer months trips to the seaside. The company now has 40+ coaches and a turnover of £4.5m. Coaching is the mainstay of the company but there is also a car/van/HGV repair facility, and MOT's certification. The company employs over 85 staff. Following a company move in 2005 from their roots in Botesdale to Diss The hub and main operating centre is at the purpose built premises, Roswald House Oak Drive. The current fleet of coaches has a broad range of vehicle types. Volvo is the most predominant chassis the others being, Ford, Mercedes, MAN.

🚂🚂 The Flying Scotsman at Nene Valley Railway and Peterborough 🚂🚂We are delighted to have secured tickets for its visit ...
20/01/2025

🚂🚂 The Flying Scotsman at Nene Valley Railway and Peterborough 🚂🚂

We are delighted to have secured tickets for its visit to the Nene Valley Railway in March.

📅 Sunday 9th March 2025
💷 Adults £61.00, Seniors £60.00 (Includes a steam hauled train ride on the Flying Scotsman)
🚌 Pick-ups available in Harleston, Diss, Botesdale, Stanton, Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds
💻 https://www.simonds.co.uk/itineraries/8823-the-flying-scotsman-at-nene-valley-railway?tourid=165427&t3p=
☎️ 01379 647300

For more information or to book visit www.simonds.co.uk or call our office on 01379 647300 option 3

Elvis - Evolution The Immersive ExperienceELVIS EVOLUTION is a brand new experience from Layered Reality™, the UK's lead...
17/01/2025

Elvis - Evolution The Immersive Experience

ELVIS EVOLUTION is a brand new experience from Layered Reality™, the UK's leading immersive specialists, celebrating the life of Elvis Presley. Combining cutting-edge technology, heart-pounding music, live musicians and mind-blowing multimedia, ELVIS EVOLUTION lets you relive the King's iconic moments.

Taking place at the Immerse LDN site at London Excel Waterfront, Elvis Evolution is a high-energy, high-tech homage that promises to be an unforgettable night where you will walk in Elvis’ blue suede shoes. A night for lifelong fans and newcomers alike, Elvis Evolution lets you experience Elvis, like never before.

The actual experience takes around 110 minutes. We also have a 60s diner, where you can enjoy drinks and snacks before your experience, A Tiki bar half way through where you can enjoy a themed interval cocktail and at the end of the experience there is an exclusive 'All Shook Up' Afterparty, where you can continue to enjoy the entertainment and celebrate the legacy of Elvis.

📅 Sunday 20th July 2025
💷 Adults £96.00, Seniors £94.00
🚌 Pick-ups available in Harleston, Diss, Botesdale, Stanton, Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds
💻 https://www.simonds.co.uk/itineraries/8804-elvis-evolution-the-immersive-experience?tourid=165377&t3p=
☎️ 01379 647300

For more information or to book visit https://www.simonds.co.uk/day-excursions or call our office on 01379 647300

Orchid Festival at Kew GardensKew’s iconic Orchid festival returns for 2025 celebrating the spectacular flora and fauna ...
16/01/2025

Orchid Festival at Kew Gardens

Kew’s iconic Orchid festival returns for 2025 celebrating the spectacular flora and fauna of Peru.

📅 Saturday 1st March 2025
💷 Adults £57.00, Seniors £55.00
🚌 Pick-ups available in Harleston, Diss, Botesdale, Stanton, Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds
💻 https://www.simonds.co.uk/itineraries/8644-orchid-festival-at-kew-gardens?tourid=165373&t3p=
☎️ 01379 647300

For more information or to book visit https://www.simonds.co.uk/day-excursions or call our office on 01379 647300

The Stitch Festival - The Business Design Centre The Stitch Festival is the best event in London for contemporary dressm...
16/01/2025

The Stitch Festival - The Business Design Centre

The Stitch Festival is the best event in London for contemporary dressmaking, sewing and stitch

📅 Saturday 22nd March 2025
💷 Adults £51.00, Seniors £49.00
🚌 Pick-ups available in Eye, Harleston, Diss, Botesdale, Stanton, Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds
💻 https://www.simonds.co.uk/itineraries/8095-the-stitch-festival-the-business-design-centre?tourid=165362&t3p=
☎️ 01379 647300
For more information or to book visit https://www.simonds.co.uk/day-excursions or call our office on 01379 647300

Ways & Wonders of the Wye Valley14th - 18th July 2025On this tour we discover the delights of England’s glorious Wye Val...
15/01/2025

Ways & Wonders of the Wye Valley
14th - 18th July 2025

On this tour we discover the delights of England’s glorious Wye Valley and county of Herefordshire. We ride the heritage Dean Forest railway, wander timeless Black & White villages, stroll the enchanting ruins of Tintern Abbey and Chepstow Castle, and visit medieval Hereford. A cruise along the unspoilt River Wye from Symonds Yat is a perfect finishing touch.

Whats Included
✔ Executive coach travel
✔ 4 nights dinner, bed & breakfast at the Bells Hotel & Country Club
✔ 3 nights entertainment
✔ Entrance to Tintern Abbey
✔ Circular River Cruise on the River Wye from Symonds Yat
✔ Entry to Chepstow Castle
✔ Return journey on the Dean Forest Railway

£595 per person (price based on two people sharing).

For further information or to book visit https://www.simonds.co.uk/holidays or call our office on 01379 647300

Beautiful Bournemouth19th - 23rd May 2025The much loved resort of Bournemouth is a great base for exploring the south co...
14/01/2025

Beautiful Bournemouth
19th - 23rd May 2025

The much loved resort of Bournemouth is a great base for exploring the south coast.

Whats Included
✔ Executive coach travel
✔ 4 nights dinner, bed & breakfast
✔ Poole Cruise
✔ Athelhampton House and Gardens
✔ Single journey on Swanage Railway

£595 per person (price based on two people sharing).

For further information or to book visit https://www.simonds.co.uk/holidays or call our office on 01379 647300

Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour - Birmingham✨Limited availability - 1 Ticket left✨Hold on to your sequins, shine up thos...
13/01/2025

Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour - Birmingham
✨Limited availability - 1 Ticket left✨

Hold on to your sequins, shine up those dance shoes, and prepare for a show of pure glitz, glamour, and jaw-dropping excitement—because the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour is back, and it promises to be bigger, brighter, and more brilliant than ever!

📅 Saturday 18th January 2025
💷 Adults £110.00, Seniors £110.00
🚌 Pick-ups available in Harleston, Diss, Botesdale, Stanton, Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds
💻 https://www.simonds.co.uk/itineraries/8799-strictly-come-dancing-matinee-performance?tourid=165366&t3p=
☎️ 01379 647300

Book your tickets today and get ready to dance your way into the new year with the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour!

For more information on any of our day excursion visit https://www.simonds.co.uk/day-excursions or call our office on 01379 647300

✨Reserve your seat today for only £20.00 per person*✨Thursford Christmas SpectacularMatinee and evening performances ava...
10/01/2025

✨Reserve your seat today for only £20.00 per person*✨

Thursford Christmas Spectacular

Matinee and evening performances available in November/December – from £89.00 per person (Price includes ticket and travel)

*🎄We are offering a deposit scheme for all Thursford bookings made before 28th August 2025.
🎄Bookings made after this date will require payment in full
🎄A non-refundable deposit of £20.00 per person is required at the time of booking.
🎄Final Balance will be required by Friday 29th August 2025.
For a full list of dates available visit https://www.simonds.co.uk/day-excursions?c2f=17 or call our office on 01379 647300

Snowdrops at Anglesey Abbey Gardens & Cambridge📅 Sunday 16th February 2025💷 Adults £45.00, Seniors £44.00 (National Trus...
09/01/2025

Snowdrops at Anglesey Abbey Gardens & Cambridge

📅 Sunday 16th February 2025
💷 Adults £45.00, Seniors £44.00 (National Trust Member Discount available)
🚌 Pick-ups available in Harleston, Diss, Botesdale, Stanton, Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds
💻 https://www.simonds.co.uk/itineraries/8533-snowdrops-at-anglesey-abbey-gardens-and-cambridge?tourid=165383&t3p=
☎️ 01379 647300

For more information on any of our day excursion visit https://www.simonds.co.uk/day-excursions or call our office on 01379 647300

RHS Chelsea Flower Show is filled with amazing garden designs, gorgeous floral displays, and exclusive shopping.📅 Saturd...
08/01/2025

RHS Chelsea Flower Show is filled with amazing garden designs, gorgeous floral displays, and exclusive shopping.

📅 Saturday 24th May 2025
💷 Adults £145.00 per person
💻https://www.simonds.co.uk/itineraries/8130-rhs-chelsea-flower-show?tourid=165378&t3p=
🚌 Pick-ups available in Harleston, Diss, Botesdale, Stanton, Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds
☎️ 01379 647300

For more information or to book visit please call our office on 01379 647300

Torvill & Dean: Our Last Dance - Birmingham 2025✨Limited ticket availability✨Seize your chance to see the worlds most fa...
08/01/2025

Torvill & Dean: Our Last Dance - Birmingham 2025
✨Limited ticket availability✨

Seize your chance to see the worlds most famous ice dancing duo, Torvill & Dean perform together on ice, before they retire from skating for good!

Join British ice skating legends Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean as they embark on their last ever UK tour together, Torvill & Dean: Our Last Dance. A tribute to their half-century legacy, this brand new show will give audiences a unique opportunity to experience and celebrate their iconic partnership for one last time in an arena spectacular.

See them in action as they reflect on their illustrious career, writing the final chapter in what has been a truly remarkable story in British sport.

📅 Sunday 27th April 2025
💷 Adults £99.00, Seniors £99.00
🚌 Pick-ups available in Eye, Harleston, Diss, Botesdale, Stanton, Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds
☎️ 01379 647300
💻COACH 1 https://www.simonds.co.uk/itineraries/8727-torvill-and-dean-our-last-dance-tour-birmingham?tourid=165266&t3p=
💻COACH 2 https://www.simonds.co.uk/itineraries/8766-torvill-and-dean-our-last-dance-tour-birmingham-coach-2?tourid=165273&t3p=

For more information on any of our day excursion visit https://www.simonds.co.uk/day-excursions or call our office on 01379 647300

Waterways of Cheshire & North Wales21st - 25th April 2025With so many attractions on offer in Cheshire and North Wales, ...
07/01/2025

Waterways of Cheshire & North Wales
21st - 25th April 2025

With so many attractions on offer in Cheshire and North Wales, it is difficult to decide which to visit first. This itinerary explores the region’s waterways, illustrating the important part it has played in our nation’s heritage.

Whats Included
✔ Executive coach travel
✔ 4 nights dinner, bed & breakfast at the Mercure Chester Abbots Well Hotel
✔ River Dee Cruise
✔ Admission to Ness Botanic Garden
✔ Ride on the Anderton Boat Lift
✔ Canal Cruise across Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

£595 per person (price based on two people sharing).

For further information or to book visit https://www.simonds.co.uk/holidays or call our office on 01379 647300

Harrogate & the Yorkshire Dales27th April - 1st May 2025The floral spa town of Harrogate, a heritage railway and stunnin...
06/01/2025

Harrogate & the Yorkshire Dales
27th April - 1st May 2025

The floral spa town of Harrogate, a heritage railway and stunning scenery, all await you in the wonderful Yorkshire Dales.

Whats Included
✔ Executive coach travel
✔ 4 nights dinner, bed & breakfast at the Cedar Court Hotel, Harrogate
✔ Admission to RHS Harlow Carr
✔ Single journey on the Wensleydale Railway

£595 per person (price based on two people sharing).

For further information or to book visit https://www.simonds.co.uk/holidays or call our office on 01379 647300

🎄Wishing all our customers a very Happy Christmas and New Year.🎄Our booking office will close at 5pm on Monday 23rd Dece...
20/12/2024

🎄Wishing all our customers a very Happy Christmas and New Year.🎄

Our booking office will close at 5pm on Monday 23rd December until Thursday 2nd January.

During this period bookings can still be made online https://www.simonds.co.uk/

TINA The Tina Turner Musical - Matinee Performance📅 Thursday 8th May 2025💷 Adults £85.00, Seniors £85.00 🚌 Pick-ups avai...
18/12/2024

TINA The Tina Turner Musical - Matinee Performance

📅 Thursday 8th May 2025
💷 Adults £85.00, Seniors £85.00
🚌 Pick-ups available in Norwich, Long Stratton, Harleston, Diss, Botesdale, Stanton, Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds
💻 https://www.simonds.co.uk/itineraries/8646-tina-the-musical-matinee-performance?tourid=165399&t3p=
☎️ 01379 647300

Tina - The Tina Turner Musical chronicles the life of the rock 'n' roll legend who brought us hit songs like "What's Love Got to Do With It", "Proud Mary", "The Best", "River Deep Mountain High" and "Better Be Good To Me"

For more information or to book visit https://www.simonds.co.uk/day-excursions or call our office on 01379 647300

Royal Botanic Gardens, KewVisit Kew and explore the world's most famous botanic garden with its glasshouses, historic bu...
17/12/2024

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Visit Kew and explore the world's most famous botanic garden with its glasshouses, historic buildings and a vast range of rare and beautiful plants.

📅 Saturday 7th June 2025
💷 Adults £58.00, Seniors £56.00
🚌 Pick-ups available in Harleston, Diss, Botesdale, Stanton, Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds
💻 https://www.simonds.co.uk/itineraries/8111-royal-botanic-gardens-kew?tourid=165387&t3p=
☎️ 01379 647300

For more information or to book visit https://www.simonds.co.uk/day-excursions or call our office on 01379 647300

Address

Oak Drive
Diss
IP224GX

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+441379647300

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