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N E W T O U R

8 DAYS

A superb variety of trams, steam trains, vintage buses, ferries and breweries. We visit the famous Rush Hour enthusiast’s event on the Isle of Man and visit some of the charming but lesser known heritage sites in North West England.

DEPARTS Thursday 9 April 2020

Fares From £799

HOTELS Travelodge New Brighton

Our Wallasey New Brighton hotel has a stunning seafront location within the trendy Marine Point development. All the en-suite bedrooms offer modern facilities including TV and tea & coffee facilities. Guests can enjoy a wide variety of food and drink choices within easy walking distance from this hotel. Single travellers have sole occupancy of a double room. Empress Hotel, Isle of Man The hotel commands a prime position on the Victorian promenade overlooking Douglas Bay; built at the end of the 19th Century, it has been extensively upgraded and proudly maintains its status as one of the best hotels on the island. All bedrooms have en-suite bathroom, complimentary refreshments, TV, hairdryer and Wi-Fi. Premier Inn Hotel, Deansgate, Manchester Modern hotel typical of the Premier Inn range with restaurant and relaxing bar. All bedrooms are comfortably furnished and offer Wi-Fi, tea & coffee facilities and power shower. Most bedrooms also have a bath.

★ ★ Visit the British Commercial Vehicle Museum ★ ★ Private Steam Charter at the charming West Lancashire Light Railway ★ ★ Visit the Museum of Transport in Manchester ★ ★ Travel on the Manchester MetroLink ★ ★ Evening meal at the Seven Brothers Brewery in the centre of Manchester

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ ★ Wirral Transport Museum and heritage tramway ★ ★ Travel on the Merseyrail class 507s and 508s in their final months of operation ★ ★ Extended weekend at the Isle of Man Rush Hour Event

★ ★ Steam on the East Lancashire Railway ★ ★ A trip on the Heaton Park Tramway ★ ★ Visit the Bury Transport Museum ★ ★ Lunch at the Irwell Brewery

Visit: www.railtrail.co.uk – for full tour details and fares, and to book online NOW

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