Holidays 2027
Departs: Thursday 30th December 2027 | 4 Days
Best of British - New Year Break 2027/8
Tour Price: £599.00 per person
Your Holiday Centre
Swindon is a town in Wiltshire. Swindon lies on the M4 corridor, 84 miles (135km) west of London and 36 miles (57km) east of Bristol. The Cotswolds lie just to the town's north and the North Wessex Downs lie just to the town's south. Recorded in the 1086 Domesday Book. The arrival of the Great Western Railway in 1843 transformed it from a small market town into a thriving railway hub that would, at its peak, become one of the largest railway engineering complexes in the world. This brought with it pioneering amenities such as the UK's first lending library and a 'cradle-to-grave' healthcare centre that was later used as a blueprint for the NHS. Swindon's railway heritage can be primarily seen today with the Grade II listed Railway Village and Steam Museum. The Swindon Designer Outlet is housed in the renovated former works, and the Brunel Shopping Centre is one of several places in Swindon that bear the name of the famous engineer generally acknowledged as bringing the railways to the town. Despite the subsequent decline and closure of its railway works, Swindon was one of the fastest-growing towns in Europe post-war as its economy diversified, attracting large international companies, who made use of its burgeoning population and strategic transport links.
Tour Inclusions
- All coach travel
- Porterage
- 3 nights half-board
- Railway Museum
- Entertainment each evening
- Quizzes/bingo in afternoons
- Services of courier
Special Notes
- Insurance.
- Please inform us of any special dietary needs e.g: diabetic, gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.
- Special requests are put forward to the hotel, and they will do their utmost to accommodate your needs.
- The itinerary could be subject to change.
Tour Price
- Price Per Person
- £599.00
Single Room Supplement: £98.00
Your Accommodation
Doubletree by Hilton
Great Western Way, Lydiard Fields, Swindon SN5 8UZ, England.
Tel: 01313 261 262.
DoubleTree by Hilton Swindon Hotel is located just off the M4 and 3 miles from Swindon town centre.
All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, air-con, TV, iron/ironing board, tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms feature USB charging points.
The 14Twelve Brasserie and Bar uses local and seasonal ingredients to create a menu of tasty dishes, including daily specials and old favourites. Enjoy hot drinks and light snacks at Starbucks in the lobby.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is accessible in public areas.
The hotel offers continental and cooked options at the breakfast buffet.
There is also a 24-hour, well-equipped gym.
There is a lift to all floors.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Depart Local Area
After boarding your luxury coach, your holiday has now begun. You start your journey by travelling westward with stops en-route for lunch. Continuing your journey through beautiful countryside to the town of Swindon and the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, where you shall spend the next three nights festivities with dinner, bed and breakfast. On arrival, there will be a welcome drink with cake or mince pie whilst your cases are taken to your rooms. Time to freshen up before dinner.
Day 2: New Year's Eve
This morning we will visit the Railway Museum in Swindon, where you can wander at your own pace to see the old steam engines and carriages. Explore the rich history of the Great Western Railway and hear about the extraordinary things achieved by ordinary men and women. There will be competitions, bingo, and quizzes every afternoon. This evening there will be the Gala Dinner, then classic British music and dancing till late. A glass of fizz at midnight.
Day 3: New Years Day
After a later breakfast, we take a short journey to the Designer Outlet Swindon, time for a bit of retail therapy. The New Year sales should be starting. There's something for everyone with a wide range of stores: from iconic brands such as Polo Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger to high-street stores such as Guess and Joules. There are also cafes and restaurants for lunch. Returning to the hotel to join in with the afternoon competitions etc.
Day 4: Return Home
After a hearty breakfast and cases have been loaded onto the coach, it is time to say farewell to your hosts at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel. Retracing your steps, with comfort stops en-route. You will arrive in your local area, late afternoon early evening.