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The Shakespeare Express

Join us on this weekend break as we take our seats on the Shakespeare Express for a return journey to the beautiful Stratford upon Avon. Our base is in the vibrant city of Birmingham where there will be some free time here to explore the many shops, museums & galleries.

Join us on the weekend break based in the vibrant city of Birmingham and we take a trip on the famous Shakespeare Express. This nostalgic steam train travels from Birmingham to its historical and famous neighbour, Stratford-upon-Avon, and provides a unique opportunity for passengers to step back in time to the more elegant and romantic days of train travel. Sit back and relax to take in the beautiful scenery from the Shakespeare Express on the pleasant journey through the Warwickshire countryside.

HILTON GARDEN INN BIRMINGHAM

Ideally located in Brindleyplace with a number of bars and restaurants nearby. All bedrooms are equipped with air-conditioning, television, telephone, Wi-Fi, Iron / Ironing Board, mini fridge, room safe and tea / coffee making facilities. The hotel also features a restaurant and lounge bar plus a fitness room. Lift to all floors.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS TRAVEL PACKAGE

Accommodation with breakfast
Return journey on the Shakespeare Express
Excursions as described in the tour itinerary
Return coach travel from your local pick up point

Day One

We travel to Birmingham and check in to the Hilton Garden Inn Hotel. The remainder of the day is then free to explore. You may like to explore the Jewellery Quarter, visit some of the excellent museums and galleries, or take a sightseeing tour. Birmingham also offers an amazing shopping experience with a vast choice of department stores, shopping centres and independent shops.

Day Two

This morning we make the short journey to Birmingham Snow Hill station where we board the Shakespeare Express for a return trip to world famous Stratford upon Avon. After arriving in Stratford you have around 4 hours to explore before the return journey on the Shakespeare Express to Birmingham. We then commence our journey home.

B=Breakfast Included

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Contact Details	Distance
Abergele	Abergele, Bowling Green Bus Stop
Bangor, Nelson Pub	Bangor, Bus Stop Opposite Nelson Pub
Bethel	Bethel, Primary School Bus Stop
Bontnewydd	Bontnewydd, Bus Stop Near Chip Shop
Bryngwran	Bryngwran, School Entrance
Caergeiliog	Caergeiliog, Outside Sportsmans Pub
Caernarfon, Morrisons	Caernarfon, Morrisons Bus Stop
Chester	Chester, Holiday Inn South Hotel Bus Stop
Chirk	Chirk, Moreton Park Garden Centre
Colwyn Bay	Colwyn Bay, Railway Station Bus Stop
Criccieth, Medical Centre	Criccieth, Medical Centre Bus Stop
Ewloe	Ewloe, Outside St David's Park Hotel
Gaerwen	Gaerwen, Stermat Car Park
Gwalchmai	Gwalchmai, Opposite Clock
Holyhead	Holyhead, Bus Stop Outside Ferry Terminal Entrance
Llandegai	Llandegai, Penrhyn Castle Entrance
Llandudno Jct. Station	Llandudno Junction, Station Hotel Bus Stop
Llanfairpwll	Llanfairpwll, Pringles Car Park (Parking not permitted at Pringles car park)
Llanfairpwll Park & Ride	Llanfairpwll, Park & Ride
Llangefni	Llangefni, Church Street Bus Stop
Llanrug	Llanrug, Arvonia Garage
Oswestry	Oswestry, Mile End Services Coach Park
Penygroes	Penygroes, Crossroads (Outside Victoria Hotel)
Porthmadog	Porthmadog, Tesco Bus Stop
Pwllheli	Pwllheli, Bus Station
St. Asaph	St. Asaph, Bus Stop Outside Petrol Station
Valley	Valley, Opposite Valley Hotel
Wrexham	Wrexham, Bus Stand Lord Street
Y Felinheli, Victoria	Y Felinheli, Victoria Hotel Bus Stop