Based in the Holiday Inn South Normanton M1 Jct 28 (formerly The Derbyshire) which is in a prime location for exploring the many attractions on its doorstep, this new tour combines some of the best of Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Leicester into a fabulous experience, including a lunch cruise, a visit to the magnificent Belvoir Castle and all things transport in Crich! What’s even better is the price and the fact that the hotel really wants to work with and welcome the UK coach market in 2025!
Grant says:
“Not your regular Holiday Inn - this hotel has been completed to a very high standard - with a team determined to deliver for your groups. It also boasts an ideal location for touring the Peaks & beyond.”
A Cracking Cruise, Cars & Castles in the Midlands 2025
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Nottingham & Trent Cruise
This morning we have free time in Nottingham to explore at our own pace, why not stroll around the Victorian Lace Market, once the commercial heart of a world-wide empire in machine made lace, learning about the evolution of Nottingham’s textile industry, or visit the castle or perhaps the National Justice Museum.
Why not get under the skin of this fine city by adding a 3 hour part walk/part step-on guided tour by ‘Ezekial Bone’, Nottingham’s official outlaw, Robin Hood! We hear the truth behind the Robin Hood legend with masterful storytelling by our aptly dressed guide.
This afternoon we take to the water for a relaxing 3 hour cruise on the River Trent. As we sail, we tuck into a 2 course traditional roast lunch with tea and coffee, taking in the lovely scenery and superb views of the historic city.
Day 3 Belvoir Castle & Southwell Workhouse
This morning we visit Belvoir Castle, used as ‘Windsor Castle’ in series 3 of the hugely successful Netflix series, The Crown. We embark on a guided tour of the castle and learn about the rare treasures and impressive painting collection as we walk in the footsteps of past Dukes and Duchesses. We have time to explore the choice of gardens including the Rose Garden, Japanese Woodland, Hermits Garden and Dukes Walk to mention but a few. In the afternoon, we return to Nottingham and visit Southwell Workhouse. It offers a fascinating vignette of how the poor lived as we explore the rooms, vegetable garden and yards and find out about the role of the workhouse and how it evolved through time.
Day 4 Great British Car Journey & Crich Tramway Village
We spend this morning at the fascinating Great British Car Journey, a car museum celebrating an era when British innovation was at the forefront of a transport revolution. We explore more than 130 vehicles as we discover the history of British motoring, from the legendary Austin 7 to the magnificent Mini and Metro. In the afternoon we visit Crich Tramway Village, a period village museum where we can enjoy travelling along the traditional village street on a vintage tram, viewing the exhibitions and marvelling at the spectacular views.
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Nottingham & Trent Cruise
This morning we have free time in Nottingham to explore at our own pace, why not stroll around the Victorian Lace Market, once the commercial heart of a world-wide empire in machine made lace, learning about the evolution of Nottingham’s textile industry, or visit the castle or perhaps the National Justice Museum.
Why not get under the skin of this fine city by adding a 3 hour part walk/part step-on guided tour by ‘Ezekial Bone’, Nottingham’s official outlaw, Robin Hood! We hear the truth behind the Robin Hood legend with masterful storytelling by our aptly dressed guide.
This afternoon we take to the water for a relaxing 3 hour cruise on the River Trent. As we sail, we tuck into a 2 course traditional roast lunch with tea and coffee, taking in the lovely scenery and superb views of the historic city.
Day 3 Belvoir Castle & Southwell Workhouse
This morning we visit Belvoir Castle, used as ‘Windsor Castle’ in series 3 of the hugely successful Netflix series, The Crown. We embark on a guided tour of the castle and learn about the rare treasures and impressive painting collection as we walk in the footsteps of past Dukes and Duchesses. We have time to explore the choice of gardens including the Rose Garden, Japanese Woodland, Hermits Garden and Dukes Walk to mention but a few. In the afternoon, we return to Nottingham and visit Southwell Workhouse. It offers a fascinating vignette of how the poor lived as we explore the rooms, vegetable garden and yards and find out about the role of the workhouse and how it evolved through time.
Day 4 Great British Car Journey & Crich Tramway Village
We spend this morning at the fascinating Great British Car Journey, a car museum celebrating an era when British innovation was at the forefront of a transport revolution. We explore more than 130 vehicles as we discover the history of British motoring, from the legendary Austin 7 to the magnificent Mini and Metro. In the afternoon we visit Crich Tramway Village, a period village museum where we can enjoy travelling along the traditional village street on a vintage tram, viewing the exhibitions and marvelling at the spectacular views.
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Holiday Inn South Normanton M1 Jct 28
Alfreton, Derbyshire
Offering convenient M1 motorway access, this modern, welcoming hotel is ideally located within a short drive of the beautiful Peak District and a mile from the East Midlands Designer Outlet. The 157 bedrooms are stylish and well equipped with a TV, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities, iron & board and free Wi-Fi. Food and drink wise, there’s a contemporary restaurant, bar and lounge. Coach parking is on-site & free of charge.
• Ground floor rooms • Lifts to all floors • Restaurant • Bar • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge
Holiday Inn South Normanton M1 Jct 28
Alfreton, Derbyshire
4 Nights Half Board
Twin from £399pp
Double for Sole Use Supplement from £119
Inclusions
• 3 hour river cruise with 2 course roast lunch
• Belvoir Castle entrance & guided tour
• Entrance to Southwell Workhouse
• Entrance to Great British Car Journey museum
• Crich Tramway Village visit & tram ride
Please refer to your quote for hotel inclusions.
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