HMS Belfast with London Bridhe and the tower of London in the background

Wartime Secrets, Kent Coast & London

Embark on a captivating journey through Greater London as we reveal some of World War II's most intriguing wartime secrets. Visit the historic Bletchley Park, where British codebreakers cracked the infamous Enigma code, playing a pivotal role in the Allied victory. Next, we travel to the Kent Coast to explore the iconic Dover Castle and its evocative wartime tunnels, steeped in history. The adventure culminates in central London, where we will delve into the Churchill War Rooms and step aboard the legendary HMS Belfast.

DELTA HOTELS BEXLEYHEATH

The Delta Hotels Bexleyheath is located in southeast London and is an ideal base to explore Kent and London city centre. Facilities include the Cast Iron Grill and the Brew Bar Lounge plus a fitness centre. All bedrooms feature air-conditioning, television, telephone, Wi-Fi, iron / ironing board, hairdryer, safe and tea / coffee making facilities. Lift to all floors.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS TRAVEL PACKAGE

Accommodation with dinner and breakfast
Admission to Bletchley Park
Admission to Dover Castle
Admission to the Churchill War Rooms
Admission to HMS Belfast
Admission to the Battle of Britain Memorial
Excursions as described in the tour itinerary
Return coach travel from your local pick up point

Day One

We travel south to Bexleyheath in Greater London, arriving late afternoon for check in to the Marriott Bexleyheath Hotel where we stay for the next three nights.

Day Two

We drive to Dover, renowned for its iconic white cliffs and the busiest passenger ferry port in Northern Europe. Our first stop is Dover Castle, where there will be ample time to explore this magnificent 12th-century royal fortress. Immerse yourself in history with a visit to the Secret Wartime Tunnels and underground hospital, where vivid audio-visual effects recreate the sights, sounds and atmosphere of a World War II field hospital. This afternoon we visit the Battle of Britain Memorial at Capel-le-Ferne, dedicated to Churchill's famous "Few" who fought in the skies overhead to keep the United Kingdom free from invasion in the summer and early autumn of 1940.

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Day Three

We begin our day in central London with a visit to the Churchill War Rooms, hidden beneath the bustling streets of Westminster. Wander through the labyrinth of corridors and uncover the stories of those who lived, worked and slept in the Cabinet War Rooms right around the clock. Explore historic spaces like the Map Room, the Cabinet Room, Churchill's personal quarters and various offices that shaped wartime decisions. In the afternoon, we visit HMS Belfast, a World War II battleship and iconic London landmark. Built for the Royal Navy, this legendary vessel is now permanently docked on the River Thames as a museum ship, offering a fascinating glimpse into Britain's naval history.

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Day Four

This morning, we check out and set off for Bletchley Park, near Milton Keynes. At this historic site, you will have the chance to see the remarkable Enigma machines and explore a variety of fascinating galleries and exhibits that immerse you in the secretive world of WWII codebreaking. After a memorable visit, we depart from Bletchley in the mid-afternoon and begin our journey back to North Wales.

B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included

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

Name	Address	Distance
Abergele	Abergele, Bowling Green Bus Stop
Bangor, Nelson Pub	Bangor, Bus Stop Opposite Nelson Pub
Bangor, Pontio Centre	Bangor, Pontio Centre Bus Stop
Bethel	Bethel, Primary School Bus Stop
Bontnewydd	Bontnewydd, Bus Stop Near Chip Shop
Bryngwran	Bryngwran, School Entrance
Caergeiliog	Caergeiliog, Outside Sportsmans Pub
Caernarfon, Campbell Road	Caernarfon, Bus Stop Bottom of Campbell Road
Caernarfon, Leisure Cent.	Caernarfon, Bus Stop opposite Leisure Centre
Caernarfon, Morrisons	Caernarfon, Morrisons Bus Stop
Caernarfon, Waterloo Port	Caernarfon, Waterloo Port Bus Stop
Caernarfon, Y Glyn	Caernarfon, Y Glyn Bethel Road
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
Llanberis, Maes Padarn	Llanberis, Bus Stop Opposite Maes Padarn
Llanberis, Spar	Llanberis, Outside Spar Shop
Llandudno	Llandudno, Mostyn Broadway Coach Park Bus Stop
Llandudno Jct. Station	Llandudno Junction, Station Hotel Bus Stop
Llandygai	Llandygai, Penrhyn Castle Entrance
Llanfairfechan	Llanfairfechan, Castle Bridge 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
Menai Bridge	Menai Bridge, Library Bus Stop
Northop	Northop, Red Lion Pub Bus Stop
Oswestry	Oswestry, Mile End Services Coach Park
Penrhyn Bay	Penrhyn Bay, Post Office
Penygroes	Penygroes, Crossroads (Outside Victoria Hotel)
Porthmadog	Porthmadog, Tesco Bus Stop
Pwllheli	Pwllheli, Bus Station
Rhos on Sea, Cayley Arms	Rhos on Sea, Bus Stop Opposite Cayley Arms
Rhos on Sea, Hickorys	Rhos on Sea, Bus Stop Opposite Hickorys Restaurant
St. Asaph	St. Asaph, Bus Stop Outside Petrol Station
Valley	Valley, Opposite Valley Hotel
Wrexham	Wrexham, Bus Stand Lord Street
Y Felinheli, St. Marys	Y Felinheli, St Mary's Church Bus Stop
Y Felinheli, Victoria	Y Felinheli, Victoria Hotel Bus Stop