Autumn Blackpool Special

Mon 18th Oct 27

Depart from your local pick-up point early in the morning and settle in for a comfortable coach journey south towards the Lancashire coast. Along the way, enjoy the changing scenery as you travel through the countryside, with a relaxing stop in Morecambe to stretch your legs and take in the seaside views.
Continue on to Blackpool, arriving in the late afternoon. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and take some time to unwind after your journey.

After your evening meal in the hotel, the rest of the evening is yours to enjoy at leisure, perhaps take a gentle stroll along the famous promenade, or simply relax and prepare for the days ahead.

Tues 19th Oct 27

After breakfast, we set off on a scenic drive through the beautiful Lancashire countryside to the charming market town of Garstang. On arrival, you'll have free time to explore the popular Garstang Market, famous for its wide selection of fresh local produce, handmade crafts, homewares, fashion accessories, and delicious regional specialities. You may also choose to enjoy a leisurely stroll along the picturesque Lancaster Canal, taking in the peaceful surroundings before we return to Blackpool later in the afternoon.

The remainder of the day is at leisure, giving you the opportunity to relax at the hotel or explore more of Blackpool’s many attractions before dinner.

This evening, after your meal, sit back and enjoy one of the highlights of your holiday, a coach tour through the world-famous Blackpool Illuminations. As darkness falls, the promenade is transformed into a dazzling spectacle of light, colour, and animated displays stretching for miles along the seafront, creating a truly memorable experience.

Wed 20th Oct 27

After breakfast, we’ll depart for Lytham St Annes, arriving first in St Annes where you’ll have free time to stroll along the promenade, relax in Ashton Gardens, lakes and cafés, or browse the small shops and arcades while enjoying a coffee or early lunch; in the early afternoon, you’ll continue on to Lytham for time to explore, including the iconic Lytham Windmill, a walk along the estuary front with views across to Southport or Lytham Green, or simply enjoying the charming independent shops, tearooms and pubs around the square before returning to the hotel for your evening meal.

Thurs 21st Oct 27

After breakfast, we’ll head to Cleveleys and Fleetwood, spending the morning in Cleveleys where you can enjoy its modern seafront promenade, browse the shopping centre and relax in one of the many cafés; later in the morning, you’ll continue on to explore Fleetwood Market, one of the North West’s largest open markets, with free time also to discover Fleetwood town itself or visit the nearby Affinity Lancashire Outlet Shopping before heading back later in the day to the hotel for your evening meal.

Fri 22nd Oct 27

After breakfast, we will bid farewell to our hosts and enjoy some free time at leisure in Blackpool. Take the opportunity to enjoy a coffee or lunch in one of the town’s welcoming cafés, browse the shops, or perhaps enjoy a final stroll along the promenade.

In the early afternoon, we will begin our journey home, with a comfort stop en route if required, arriving back in Cumbria late afternoon.