Coronation Street With Lancashire Highlights & Cruise
- Duration: 4 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TLEI8831
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
4 days
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Join us on this great value short break away to enjoy the hustle and bustle of the famous Bury Market – one of Lancashire’s best-loved events – along with discovering the amazing charm and attractions of the popular city of Manchester including the home of one of Britain's favourite soaps.
The world famous Bury Market is home to dozens of stalls offering amazing bargains and fresh local produce and has received the accolade of 'Britain's Favourite Market'. You'll also get the opportunity to take in the award-winning shopping village and garden centre of Oswaldtwistle Mills, a Lancashire hotspot with something for everyone!
You'll also have time to explore the busy city of Manchester alongside our fabulous visit to the ITV Coronation Street Experience - and we've even thrown in a lovely river cruise to make sure you really don't miss anything!
Your base for this fabulous weekend is a beautiful manor house hotel with full leisure facilities.
An ideal choice for:
* Corrie fans
* Historic railway enthusiasts and those who love discovering our rich cultural history
* Anyone who loves a weekend away in a very comfortable hotel
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Day 1
After joining your coach at your convenient local pick-up point, we head north travelling to your comfortable hotel. Enjoy time to settle in and perhaps enjoy the leisure facilities or a drink in the bar before your first included evening meal.
Days 2 & 3
Enjoy tasty breakfasts every morning and get yourself set for our INCLUDED excursions, because we have certainly packed a lot into this fabulous weekend. Return to your hotel every evening for dinner and a chance to share your stories and relax.Day 4
After a final hearty breakfast, check out of our hotel and then sit back and relax on the coach during the homeward journey.
Manchester
INCLUDED Visitor DestinationKnown throughout the world as the birthplace of the industrial revolution, Manchester has a proud history in science, politics, music, arts and sport. And today the city combines this heritage with a progressive vision to be a city that delivers surprise and delight in equal measures. Manchester city centre is jam-packed with unique and eclectic restaurants, bars, shops, museums, galleries. Whether you are a shopper, culture vulture or party animal Manchester has something to delight everyone. One of the best things about the city is its diversity. Ultra-modern buildings share the skyline with the more traditional such as the neo-Gothic Town Hall. You might want to explore Chinatown or even the Curry Mile!Oswaldtwistle Mills
INCLUDED Visitor DestinationOswaldtwistle Mills is an award-winning shopping village in Lancashire that has something to charm and intrigue visitors of all ages. The former weaving mill has over 100 retailers all under one roof, including an extensive new home & lifestyle centre, craft & sewing centre, homewares, furniture, lighting, unique giftware, a gourmet deli selling locally made food produce, Stockley’s sweet shop, childrens play area, textile and heritage museum, and even it’s own wildfowl reserve!If all the retail therapy leaves you feeling peckish there's plenty of choice for refreshments with four restaurants from cafe treats to home cooked fayre, or afternoon tea in the Terrace Tearoom.
ITV Coronation Street Experience
INCLUDED Visitor DestinationStep into over 60 years of drama at The Coronation Street Experience!
Step onto the street as you join expert tour guides for a 90-minute tour around the biggest TV production set of its kind before visiting the brand-new centre to see inside Roy’s Rolls and The Rovers Return, iconic props, and costumes from the nation’s favourite street.
The ITV Coronation Street Experience, gives you the chance to explore the sensational outdoor set at MediaCityUK, Manchester, the live working production set where the show is filmed.
You’ll get access externally to all of the street’s most recognisable places. Stroll past the Roy’s Rolls Café or check out Kev’s car shop, Webster’s Auto Centre. Wander past The Kabin, see the most action-packed pub in the North West, The Rovers Return and even Weatherfield North as you explore Coronation Streets’ famous cobbles. Recall stories from yesteryear, hear filming secrets and follow the footsteps of your favourite cast members, just hours after they've finished filming scenes!
This is the perfect attraction for any fan of the soap and a hugely entertaining day out.
Please note: As this is a live working set, some areas may occasionally be closed to tours, due to ongoing production.
Tour includes
- 3 nights hotel with English breakfast & evening meals
- Free time to explore Manchester
- Entrance to ITV Coronation Street Experience
- Manchester canal cruise
- Excursion to Bury Market and Oswaldtwistle Mills
- Direct Coach Travel
- Net Zero Carbon Offset Certificate
Accommodation
Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel Bolton
Built around an original Georgian manor house with stunning views of the West Pennine Moors, this superb Bolton hotel has a health club, beauty spa and swimming pool and is ideal for leisure. All 91 bedrooms feature tea/coffee making facilities and complimentary high-speed WiFi, and many have lovely views over the West Pennine countryside. There is a comfortable brasserie restaurant, bar and a lift to all floors.
For more information, click here for the hotel website (opens in a new window)