Day Excursions from the Island

Come and enjoy a
MYSTERY
CHRISTMAS
MARKET
And get in the Christmas sprit
On
Wednesday 3rd December 2025
Price includes;
Return coach nand ferry travel
For only
£31.00 pp
Santa says book now so
you don’t miss out

Wednesday 15th April 2026 for £72.50pp
Price includes : Return coach and ferry
and Regents canal cruise.
CAMDEN TOWN is known for the world famous CAMDEN MARKET as well as it’s alternative culture scene. Camden Market is located within a maze of flag-stoned and cobbled lanes, railway arches and historical horse tunnels. Mixing together a vibrant array of traders, with everything from fashion, footwear, jewellery, home wares, art and antiques. Climb aboard traditional narrowboats in Camden Market and take a scenic trip to Little Venice. Take your  seat as you cruise up London’s historic waterways, through Maida Hill Tunnel and Regents Park.

Tuesday 5th May 2026 For £70.00pp Price includes : Admission to Highclere Castle and return coach and ferry travel.
Highclere Castle has been transformed from its roots in Anglo Saxon Times to a medieval palace, a Tudor place house, a Georgian house and today this iconic Victorian Castle. It sits within a park designed by Capability Brown in the eighteenth century. Explore the original Monk’s Garden, the Secret Garden, the White Border, the Wood of Goodwill, the Rose Arbour, the Wild Flower Meadow and, nearer the Castle, the Healing Herb garden.
Downton Abbey has charmed over 400 million people around the world and Highclere has been so fortunate to have been part of the journey. Of all the much-love fictional characters the Castle plays its starring role beautifully – even if we are all slightly biased! the first Downton Abbey television series was filmed in 2010 at Highclere Castle and continued for six years followed by a number of films! There are between 250 and 300 rooms in the Castle Saloon and during your tour you will explore the main state rooms so familiar from “Downtown Abbey”. You will see some of the bedrooms.

Wednesday 20th May 2026 for £65.00pp
includes : return coach and ferry travel. admission to catle and afternon cream tea
.As you step through the gates of Leeds Castle, get ready for an experience to remember. Take in the glorious scenery, as each season brings new colours, scents, wildlife and discoveries that cover the grounds and 500 acres of parkland. Watch as nature calls for moments of wonder and spontaneity. It’s time to gather and time to cherish, as you explore the history of a Castle run by queens and heiresses. We are not your usual Castle, there’s so much more beneath the surface. The walls may be cold, but they glow with the warmth of those before us. There are over 900 years of glamorous history, lavish parties, and strong women. Don’t expect forts and military, you will experience heritage created by those who are visionary. Those who have crafted remarkable experiences, from the 9th century to the 20th century.

Saturday 30th May 2026  For £ 139.00 pp  Price includes:  Seated  show ticket plus return coach and ferry travel  with  local Island pick-ups. Pay a deposit of just   £20.00 .  And spread the balance over the next 5 month.
Blending cutting-edge technology, spectacular lighting, and some of the most beloved songs ever written, ABBA take to the stage in a whole new way. In a stunning, purpose-built arena, one of the most popular groups in history appear as digital avatars in a ground-breaking concert that really needs to be seen to be believed. Enjoy classic songs including Knowing Me, Knowing You, Mamma Mia, Waterloo, Dancing Queen , New songs added with extended  running time  ABBA Voyage is the long-awaited concert from one of the biggest pop acts of all time featuring a setlist of their biggest, most popular hits – each handpicked with great care by the band.

Saturday 6th June 2026 for £75.50pp Price includes: Admission to Kew return coach and ferry travel .
Kew is London’s largest UNESCO World Heritage site offering unique landscapes, vistas and iconic architecture from every stage of the Gardens’ history. Our collection of living plants is the largest and most diverse in the world, growing out in the landscape and within our glasshouses and nurseries.
Any time of the year is a great time to visit Kew Gardens as you can find a ton of events throughout the year. One of the first and biggest recurring events is the annual orchid festival, where the greenhouses of Kew are transformed into a floral spectacle with countless of orchid species on display, with the theme changing every year in summer, Kew Gardens is in full bloom. Experience an oasis of tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of central London

Sunday 14th June 2026 For £52.00pp Price includes: Return coach and ferry travel.
Discover the unique character of the New Forest’s towns and villages, each offering something special. From historic forest hamlets to bustling seaside spots, there’s much to explore, whether you’re here for a day or a longer stay. Wander through charming streets, enjoy the local shops, and take in the beauty of the forest and coast.
Burley: Tea rooms, gift shops, art galleries – even a cider farm! Burley features everything you would expect from a traditional New Forest village. Oozing old world charm, with ponies and cattle roaming around the village and pretty thatched cottages, Burley has remained untouched by time. Here you will find a traditional butchers, village stores and cosy inns. Don’t forget to look out for the New Forest ponies and cattle as they roam freely around the village. Although these animals might look and act wild, they are in fact all owned by locals using their commoner’s rights.
Lyndhurst: Visitors can expect a right royal welcome to the delightful New Forest village of Lyndhurst. This buzzing village in the heart of the New Forest offers wonderful days out wandering the long high street for some shopping, exploring and relaxing in the nearby open forest and enjoying delicious food and drink in local pubs and cafes, watching the world go by day and night.
Lymington: The historic, coastal town of Lymington offers plenty for the visitor to the New Forest. This colourful and vibrant town is an ancient seaport with a rich maritime history, and with so much to see and do. Learn about the rich heritage of the town, enjoy some retail therapy, treat yourself to delicious food and drink and relax by the water. Situated on the west bank of the Lymington River, on the edge of the Solent, Lymington is a major yachting centre with three marinas. Whilst on your visit to Lymington, don’t forget to look out for the gold post box, a tribute to Sir Ben Ainslie for winning Gold in the London 2012 Olympics

Tuesday 30th June 2026. For £61.50 Price includes: Admission to Milestones Museum and return coach and ferry travel.
From cobbled streets to a seaside pier, teddy bears, vintage vehicles, an operating pub, sweet shop and more, there is so much for everyone to see, do and enjoy at Milestones, Hampshire’s museum of living history! There’s no need to ‘remember the good old days’ – at Milestones Living History Museum, you can live them! In our detailed recreation of life from the Victorian times through to the 1930s and 1940s, you can travel the cobbled streets of yesteryear. In our life-sized, immersive streets you’ll find buildings, shops and vehicles recreated and restored as they would have been in olden times. There’s plenty for all ages to see and do, including a charming Teddy Bear Museum and a fantastic penny arcade. Stroll along the boardwalk, learn all about the history of piers and view the traditional seaside scenes. Laugh at your friends in the postcard-style photo opportunities. It’s not just the buildings that will bring back memories either; for those with a sweet tooth, Milestones also contains its own 1940s sweet shop, Abrahams, where you can pick up your ration’s worth of niceties, or if you’re looking for something a little stronger, grab a pint at The Baverstock Arms! Milestones also has two further options for refreshments – a vintage tea tent offering cakes and a selection of drinks, plus The Rooftops Café, a larger space serving meals such as classic fish and chip

Sunday 16th Auguest 2026 For £78.00 Price includes: Admission to Chessington World of Adventures and return coach and ferry travel.
With over 40 rides and attractions in 10 themed lands, a Zoo with over 1,000 animals and SEA LIFE centre, plus daily live shows and seasonal events, Chessington World of Adventures Resort offers a world of fun and excitement for the whole family to enjoy. The Gruffalo River Ride Adventure, a world first, splashes into the Wild Woods at Chessington along with many other Gruffalo offerings across the Resort. Kids and parents alike can join Mouse on a riverboat journey through the deep dark wood, as the story of The Gruffalo* magically unfolds in front of their eyes with exciting twists and turns along the way. The new ride is accompanied by six brand new Gruffalo themed rooms in the Chessington Safari Hotel. There is also The Gruffalo Gift Shop and The Gruffalo Bites food outlet, both offering Gruffalo themed goodies exclusive to Chessington. The Gruffalo Arena hosts a range of Gruffalo activities including character Meet & Greets with the Gruffalo himself, showings of The Gruffalo animated film, plus much, much more! Venture into Trail of the Kings and walk among jungle giants such as Western Lowland Gorillas, Sumatran Tigers and Asiatic Lions. See Chessington’s hilarious Pandamonium live show featuring life-size and life-like animatronic pandas. These fluffy friends get up to all sorts of mayhem on stage and guests will roar with laughter at the chaos that ensues. If that’s not enough excitement, guests can also swing through the trees on either of Chessington’s two Go Ape courses. Navigate high ropes, crossings and tunnels before an exhilarating one-of-a kind four person zip-wire, a UK first for Go Ape.