Richmonds Tours & Excursions

02/11/2024

Self Guided Holkham by Candlelight including Prosecco & Mince Pies

Experience the magic of Christmas with this wonderful opportunity to see Holkham Hall adorned with festive decorations and flickering candlelight.

The halls will be decked and lit with hundreds of candles in readiness for you to celebrate Christmas and tour the hall by candlelight. This is a truly magical opportunity to relish the magnificent state rooms adorned with opulent Christmas decorations and beautiful flickering candlelight. Lady Leicester, together with Christmas-connoisseur Catherine Zoll, spend the entire year designing the sets and themes for your enjoyment and we look forward to sharing this year’s themes with you a little closer to the time.

We include a glass of bubbly, or a soft drink, and mince pie before your tour. The Gift Shop will be open for special decorations and those perfect presents for your loved ones. The Courtyard Café will also be open, with delicious, seasonal offers.

With a stunning location on the north Norfolk coast and at the heart of a thriving 25,000 acre estate, Holkham Hall is described as an exceptional place, rich in history, architecture and wildlife. The seat of the Earls of Leicester, this elegant 18th century mansion is still very much a lived-in family home which the family take pride in sharing with visitors.

The hall is an elegant 18th century Palladian style house, based on designs by William Kent and built by Thomas Coke, 1st Earl of Leicester. The Marble Hall is a spectacular introduction to this imposing building, with its 50ft pressed plaster dome ceiling and walls of English alabaster, not marble as its name implies. Stairs lead to magnificent state rooms displaying superb collections of ancient statuary, original furniture, tapestries and paintings by Rubens, Van Dyck, Claude, Gaspar Poussin and Gainsborough.

Wednesday 4 December 2024
Pick ups: Royston & Trumpington

Wednesday 18 December 2024
Pick ups: Royston & Trumpington

£59 per person

Price includes:
Self Guided Visit to Holkham Hall
Mince Pie & Prosecco
Return Coach Travel
https://richmonds-coaches.co.uk/holidays-product/?webid=Holkham-by-Candlelight-inc-Prosecco-Mince-Pies-2&rfrr=search-tour

02/11/2024

So sorry I think we missed announcing our winner for The Lion King tickets giveaway.

Our winner is Lynn Prendergast. Enjoy the show!! And I think the tube strike has been cancelled… even better!

01/11/2024

Cardigan Bay and Pembrokeshire

Stay at the 3* Cliff Hotel and Spa in Cardigan. Visit the smallest Cathedral City in Britain, St Davids. Journey through the Teifi Valley to the National Wool Museum and spend time at leisure in Cardigan. Visit the historic town of Carmarthen on market day, see the stunning carpets of early daffodils at the National Botanic Garden of Wales and journey along the scenic Ceredigion coast to the Victorian seaside town: Aberystwyth.


CLIFF HOTEL & SPA, CARDIGAN***
Sunday 9 February 2025
6 Days
£625 per person sharing a twin/double room
£75 single supplement
Home pick up/set down from £40 per person
Front seat supplement £15 for the duration of the tour


Price includes:
All coach travel
Porterage
5 nights dinner, bed & breakfast
https://richmonds-coaches.co.uk/holidays-product/?webid=Cardigan-Bay-Pembrokeshire-5&rfrr=search-tour

01/11/2024

Only Fools And Horses The Musical - Eventim Apollo - Matinee Performance

Starring comedy legend Paul Whitehouse as Grandad, Sam Lupton as Del Boy and Tom Major as Rodney.

Stick a pony in your pocket – The Trotters are back and coming to the Eventim Apollo for the Christmas season 2024/2025! The smash hit show Only Fools and Horses The Musical - direct from a record-breaking four-year sold-out run-in London’s West End - featuring Del Boy, Rodney, Grandad, Cassandra, Raquel, Boycie, Marlene, Trigger, Denzil, Mickey Pearce.

Based on John Sullivan’s legendary television show, this critically acclaimed home-grown musical spectacular features cherished material from Britain’s best loved TV series. With a script and original score written by John’s son, Jim Sullivan, and comedy giant Paul Whitehouse, prepare to get reacquainted with Britain’s most lovable rogues and experience the classic comedy brought to life on stage through an ingenious script and 20 hilarious songs.

Fans and critics alike praised Only Fools and Horses The Musical in their droves during its triumphant West End run: The Sun awarded five stars, hailing it “One Del of a show!”; the Daily Mirror said it was “a treat for Trotter fans" in their five-star review. The Sunday Times bestowed four stars and remarked that “Only Fools is a blast from our wide-boy past. A hearty stage adaptation of the 1980s BBC television comedy”. Evening Standard also awarded four stars, complimenting the “unashamedly British night out. A jubilant lovely jubbly!”. While the Daily Mail urged its readers to “raise a glass of Tittinger to Del Boy and Rodney as Only Fools and Horses storms the West End!”

Join us as we take a trip back in time, where it’s all kicking off in Peckham. While the yuppie invasion of London is in full swing, love is in the air as Del Boy sets out on the rocky road to find his soul mate, Rodney and Cassandra prepare to say ‘I do’, and even Trigger is gearing up for a date (with a person!). Meanwhile, Boycie and Marlene give parenthood one final shot and Grandad takes stock of his life and decides the time has finally arrived to get his piles sorted.

With musical contributions from the iconic Chas & Dave, the beloved theme tune as you have never heard it before, and an array of brand-new songs full of character and cockney charm, you’re guaranteed to have a right ol’ knees-up! Only Fools and Horses The Musical is a feel-good family celebration of traditional working-class London life in 1989 and the aspirations we all share.

So don’t delay, get on the blower, and get a ticket for a truly cushty night out - only a 42 carat PLONKER would miss it!

Wednesday 18 December 2024
Pick ups: Route A2

Friday 3 January 2025 - waitlist
Pick ups: Route B2

£85 per person

Price includes:
Theatre Ticket (Circle 18/12/24 & Stalls 3/1/25)
Return Coach Travel

Please note we cannot be held liable for the non appearance of any member of cast for any reason.

We depart the local area with stops on route for coffee and lunch before arriving at Lanhydrock Hotel mid-afternoon ready to settle in and get acquainted with the facilities at the hotel before dinner.

31/10/2024

Milton Keynes Shopping

Shopping at The Centre MK - Milton Keynes' indoor shopping centre.

At centre:mk they provide you with an enjoyable and relaxed shopping environment that offers a complete day out for everyone under one roof. They offer a vast mix of the most loved high street shops and restaurants.

Please note these shopping trips are in conjunction with theatre trips.

Wednesday 27 November 2024 - £22pp
Pick ups: Trumpington, Royston & Baldock

Friday 13 December 2024 - £22pp
Pick ups: Trumpington, Royston & Baldock

Thursday 27 February 2025 - £24pp
Pick ups: Trumpington, Royston & Baldock

Wednesday 12 March 2025 - £24pp
Pick ups: Trumpington, Royston & Baldock

Thursday 17 April 2025 - £24pp
Pick ups: Trumpington, Royston & Baldock

Wednesday 23 April 2025 - £24pp
Pick ups: Royston, Baldock & B2

Price includes:
Return Coach Travel
https://richmonds-coaches.co.uk/holidays-product/?webid=Milton-Keynes-Shopping&rfrr=search-tour

30/10/2024

Early 2025 tour dates on sale… no new clothes needed!

30/10/2024

🎄Christmas is coming.... Last few places for our Christmas trips - https://mailchi.mp/richmonds-coaches/christmas-is-coming

30/10/2024

Boundary Mill Stores & Downtown Shopping

Explore both stores under one roof at Grantham.

Boundary Mill and Downtown offer a range of quality fashion and homeware brand names at up to 60% off RRP. All under one roof, with cafe facilities onsite.


Tuesday 19 November 2024

Pick ups: Route A & B2

Adult £28
https://richmonds-coaches.co.uk/holidays-product/?webid=Boundary-Mill-Downtown-Shopping&rfrr=search-tour
Senior £27

Price includes:
Return Coach Travel

30/10/2024

Last Few Tickets Left for Poppy Fields at the Tower of London!

Historic Royal Palaces have partnered with Luxmuralis to present ‘Poppy Fields at the Tower’.

The show will take visitors on a journey through a collection of projected artworks that transform the architecture and reflect on the First and Second World Wars. ‘Poppy Fields at the Tower’ asks visitors to consider those who lost their lives in the conflicts as well as those who served. It also challenges visitors to look forward, exploring the collective desire for peace.

Exclusively at the Tower of London, the show has been adapted to include images from Historic Royal Palaces own collections creating a unique, site-specific artwork.

During the evening the Treasury of the Jewel House will be open for visitors to explore the magnificent Coronation Regalia.

This magnificent world-famous collection of 23,578 gemstones boasts items that are still used in royal ceremonies today. You'll find the Crown Jewels under armed guard in the Jewel House at the Tower of London. These gems are a unique working collection of royal regalia and are still regularly used by The King & Queen Consort for important national ceremonies, such as the State Opening of Parliament. Make sure to look out for the ‘in use’ signs.

Please note this is an evening visit - expected arrival at 18.15 ready for a 18.45 entrance. There are limited food and drink options around the Tower so we recommend taking food to consume on the coach. Please note this visit entails the sound and light show and admission to the Treasury of the Jewel House only. The rest of the site will be closed.

Saturday 9 November 2024 - 10 Tickets Left
Pick ups: Royston & Trumpington

Tuesday 12 November 2024 - 7 Tickets Left
Pick ups: Route A2 & B2

Friday 15 November 2024 - SOLD OUT
Pick ups: Route A2 and B2

£47 per person

Price includes:
Admission to Poppy Fields at The Tower Event
Admission to The Jewel House
Return Coach Travel

https://richmonds-coaches.co.uk/holidays-product/?webid=Tower-of-London-Poppy-Fields&rfrr=search-tour

30/10/2024

Peter Pan - Milton Keynes - Matinee

Starring the strictly sensational Craig Revel Horwood as Captain Hook, comedian and ventriloquist Max Fulham as Smee and West End star Ross Carpenter as Peter Pan.

With amazing special effects, stunning sets, beautiful costumes and barrel-loads of laughter, Peter Pan will take your whole family on a magical trip to Never Land like never before!

Be part of the panto magic - hook your tickets today!

Friday 13 December 2024
Pick ups: Trumpington, Royston & Baldock

£60 per person

Price includes:
Stalls Theatre Ticket
Return Coach Travel

We cannot be held liable for the non appearance of any member of cast for any reason.
https://richmonds-coaches.co.uk/holidays-product/?webid=Peter-Pan-Milton-Keynes-Matinee&rfrr=search-tour

29/10/2024

Today we had a day trip to London Kensington to visit the Museums or spend the day at leisure sightseeing or shopping.

Book for 2025 to explore what London has to offer.

Tuesday 18 February 2025
Pick ups: Route A2 & B2

Wednesday 9 April 2025
Pick ups: Route A2 & B2

Adult: £29, Senior: £28, Child 5-15: £22
https://richmonds-coaches.co.uk/holidays-product/?webid=London-Kensington-Museums-or-Shopping&rfrr=search-tour

29/10/2024

London Trafalgar Square

Whilst our coach is travelling to Trafalgar square for a theatre trip, we are able to offer seats for travel only to enjoy an afternoon at leisure in the area.

Trafalgar Square is in the heart of the West End and there is plenty to visit within walking distance including:
The National Gallery
The National Portrait Gallery
St Martin-in-the-Fields Church
It is a A 5 min walk to Leicester Square
A 10 min walk to Covent Garden
A 10 min walk to IWM Churchill War Rooms
A 15 min walk down the Mall to Buckingham Palace


Thursday 12 December 2024
Pick ups: Route B2

£27 per person

Price Includes:
Return Coach Travel

We depart the local area with stops on route for coffee and lunch before arriving at Lanhydrock Hotel mid-afternoon ready to settle in and get acquainted with the facilities at the hotel before dinner.

29/10/2024

The Duchess (of Malfi) - Trafalgar Theatre - Matinee

Returning to the stage for the first time in over a decade, Jodie Whittaker (Doctor Who, Broadchurch) takes on the role of a lifetime in Zinnie Harris’ acclaimed contemporary adaptation of The Duchess of Malfi, playing at the Trafalgar Theatre for 11 weeks only.

Recently widowed and in search for a new lease of life, the Duchess (Whittaker) defies her family’s wishes by remarrying beneath her class. However, when her brothers, driven by insurmountable greed and rage, discover her second marriage they unleash a series of cruel and devastating punishments against her that repress her power. But will their vicious atrocities come back to haunt them?

Directed and adapted by award-winning Zinnie Harris (Macbeth (an undoing)), this “towering adaptation” (The Stage) of John Webster’s thrilling drama The Duchess of Malfi explores the depths of the patriarchy against female resistance.

A bloody revenge tragedy made marvellously modern
- The Telegraph

Vivid, complex, and captivating, this contemporary production plays in the West End this autumn from 5 October 2024. Book your tickets to see Jodie Whittaker play this iconic role now.

Thursday 12 December2024
Pick ups: Route B2

£90 per person

Price includes:
Stalls Theatre Ticket
Return Coach Travel

Please note we cannot be held liable for the non appearance of any member of cast for any reason.
https://richmonds-coaches.co.uk/holidays-product/?webid=The-Duchess-Trafalgar-Theatre-Matinee&rfrr=search-tour

28/10/2024

https://mailchi.mp/richmonds-coaches/2025-holidays-norhtumbria
2025 is the perfect year to visit Northumberland, filled with breathtaking beauty, rugged coast lines & ‘proper’ castles.

28/10/2024

Finally I can also reveal the first mystery tour itinerary and share some photos.

On the way up, we stopped at the same river boat cruise but had a sandwich lunch with cream scones, sorry to everyone who packed a lunch cos I forgot to tell you we’d included food!! There was no point doing the roast as on arrival at the hotel a 3 course dinner was being served.

The middle day in York was the same. The timings of the chocolate story were slightly different, and also it was wet for the second week, so we offered a transfer back to the hotel at 2pm for those who wanted.

On the return sadly Wentworth Woodhouse couldn’t accommodate us, so we booked a guided tour at Newstead Abbey, the ancestral seat of Lord Byron, which was a fantastic visit as there were extra displays this year commemorating 200 years of his death.

Over 2 weeks… 95 happy (I’m pretty sure I’m right, but do let me know if not!) customers, this desk dweller has some very tired feet and won’t forget her trainers next time!!

The January 17-21 weekend in Cheshire at Crewe Hall will be on sale next week… invites will be on their way soon!

Thank you all for coming!!
Diane, Andre and Alastair

27/10/2024

Christmas Carols - Old Royal Naval College - Greenwich 6 tickets left!

Come and enjoy a Christmas concert in the beautiful Chapel of St Peter & St Paul at the Old Royal Naval College, regarded as one of the finest eighteenth-century interiors. Following a brief introduction that sets the scene to this breath-taking chapel, the award-winning Trinity Laban Choir will perform a concert with a chance for you to join in with some of your festive favourites.

Included in your visit, is entry to the Painted Hall, known as the ‘Sistine Chapel of the UK' with its magnificent painted ceiling and walls of over 40,000 square feet depicting 200 figures including kings, queens and mythological creatures. Including the 2024 winter art: Mars in the Painted Hall. And you will have access to the visitor centre.

We will arrive in plenty of time to visit the Painted Hall and Greenwich's other attractions before the afternoon concert.

Monday 9 December 2024
Pick ups: Trumpington Park & Ride

£58 per person

Price includes:
Christmas Carol Concert Ticket
Admission to the Painted Hall
Return Coach Travel

We depart the local area with stops on route for coffee and lunch before arriving at Lanhydrock Hotel mid-afternoon ready to settle in and get acquainted with the facilities at the hotel before dinner.

27/10/2024

Hever Castle & Gardens at Christmas

Dating back to the 14th century, Hever Castle was once the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, second wife of Henry VIII and Mother of Elizabeth I. It formed the unlikely backdrop to a sequence of tumultuous events that changed the course of Britain’s history, monarchy and religion.

Its panelled rooms house fine furniture, tapestries, antiques and what is regarded by some as ‘one of the best collections of Tudor portraits after the National Portrait Gallery’. Also, two prayer books which belonged to Anne Boleyn and bear her inscriptions and signature are on display to visitors in the Castle.

Today, much of what you see is the result of the remarkable efforts of William Waldorf Astor, who used his fortune to restore and extend the Castle in the early 20th century. The Astor Suite is dedicated to its more recent history, showcasing pictures and memorabilia relating to the Astor family and the Edwardian period. Hever Castle is what every child wants a castle to be: crenellated, moated and haunted. The permanent exhibition in the Long Gallery depicts the saga from the Wars of the Roses to the Reformation through its art collection.

The Castle will be decorated for Christmas with 2024's theme to be announced.

Wednesday 11 December 2024
Pick ups: Route A

Adult £44
Senior £42

Price Includes:
Entrance to Hever Castle & Gardens
Return Coach Travel

https://richmonds-coaches.co.uk/holidays-product/?webid=Hever-Castle-at-Christmas&rfrr=search-tour

27/10/2024

We were the first coach group in last week… tickets still available for 17 Jan.. and more dates to follow.

If you love Greatest Showman …. This is one to book!

26/10/2024

Annnnnnnd another wrap… we finished our mystery with a cruise on the Trent with roast lunch, so hopefully no one had to cook when they got home. (Thinking of you! )

Thank you to all who trust us to deliver a packed few days with a good hotel, good food, good company and good fun….

Shall we do it all again on 17 January? Save the date!! Diane

26/10/2024

Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market

Join the millions of visitors who return year after year to enjoy delicious German food, soak up the atmosphere and explore over 180 beautiful stalls in search of that perfect Christmas gift.

Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market has enjoyed great success in recent years. With stalls filling Victoria Square and Upper New Street and over 2 million visitors a year it is the largest authentic German Christmas market outside of Germany or Austria.

Situated near the Bullring Shopping Centre.

Saturday 30 November 2024
Pick ups: Route A2 & B2

Adult £28
Senior £27
Child £22

Price includes:
Return Coach Travel
https://richmonds-coaches.co.uk/holidays-product/?webid=Birmingham-Frankfurt-Christmas-Market&rfrr=search-tour

26/10/2024

London Christmas Lunch Thames Cruise

Enjoy a delicious three course Christmas lunch on a Thames cruise with live entertainment.

Why not start the festive season in style with this Christmas lunch cruise on the River Thames?

The Christmas Lunch Party Cruise offers the perfect daytime festive party for friends and family. Come on board with a welcome glass of fizz and take in unrivalled views of London’s iconic riverside landmarks. Then enjoy a scrumptious traditional festive menu and get in the party spirit with the live entertainment. And if the mood takes you, there’s a dance floor ready and waiting...

There will be a licensed pay bar for you to use. Any dietary requirements must be requested at time of booking.

Dress code Festive smart casual. Christmas is your excuse to dress up! We would advise against flip-flops, leisurewear and ripped jeans.

Monday 9 December 2024
Pick ups: Route A2 & B2

Saturday 14 December 2024
Pick ups: Route B2

Monday 16 December 2024 - FULLY BOOKED
Pick ups: Route B2

Thursday 19 December 2024
Pick ups: Route A2

£76 per person

Price includes:
Three hour cruise
Welcome glass of sparkling wine
Three course traditional festive lunch followed by tea/coffee
Live Music
Return Coach Travel

https://richmonds-coaches.co.uk/holidays-product/?webid=London-Christmas-Lunch-Thames-Cruise&rfrr=search-tour

25/10/2024

Bluewater Shopping

Bluewater consists of three distinct malls, Rose Gallery, Thames Walk and Guild Hall, each with their own break out 'Village'. The Wintergarden, the food court is situated at the Rose Gallery, The Water Circus extending from Thames Walk offers great family restaurants, while The Village is accessible via the Guild Hall and provides a finer dining option.

Tuesday 12 November 2024
Pick ups: Route A2 & B2

£26 per person

Price includes:
Return Coach Fare
https://richmonds-coaches.co.uk/holidays-product/?webid=Bluewater-Shopping&rfrr=search-tour

25/10/2024

When in York … it has to be CHOCOLATE!!

We enjoyed a tour including the history of the families in York, the Rowntreees, the Terry’s the Fry’s, the history of chocolate from the 1640’s from the Aztecs to making our own chocolate to take away. And of course lots of samples to try along the way!

25/10/2024

So finally the secret can be revealed!

We’re in Yorkshire.

Staying at the fantastic 4 star Daniel Thwaites hotel Thorpe Park Hotel & Spa.

Today we’re in the city of York, enjoying an hour long open top sightseeing bus tour. Later another surprise…

Photos from last week when it was less foggy than today.