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Skipton Market

Wednesday 26th March

Skipton Market is always one of our most popular days out. The town is famous for its open air market. Along with the market, Skipton also offers a 900 year old medieval castle and the Leeds-Liverpool Canal passes right through the centre.

Pick up Moffat 07:30, Lockerbie 08:00, Lochmaben 08:10, Dumfries 08:30, Annan 09:00

Image from Skipton Town Council

Adult £32

Five Sisters Zoo, West Calder

Wednesday 9th April

Image from Five Sisters Zoo

With over 160 different species from around the world, Five Sisters Zoo is the perfect place to take a “walk on the wild side”.

Come along to see Scotland’s only Cheetah, learn about the zoo’s work with rescued brown bears, explore the “Lost Kingdom” indoor reptile house and get ready to get passionate about some amazing wildlife. Five Sisters Zoo is the perfect day out for visitors of all ages.

Pick up Annan 08:00, Dumfries 08:30, Lochmaben 08:50, Lockerbie 09:00, Moffat 09:30

Adult £42, Child £40, Child under 4 years £10

Callander & The Trossachs

Wednesday 16th April

This trip gives you free time at the start of the day in the beautiful and bustling town of Callander. Spend the morning and early afternoon enjoying all the hidden secrets Callander has to offer. On the return journey we take a scenic route through the Trossachs – admiring all of the natural beauty that Scotland has to offer.

Pick up Annan 07:30, Dumfries 08:00, Lochmaben 08:20, Lockerbie 08:30, Moffat 09:00

Adult £32

Cragside, Northumberland

Wednesday 30th April

Enjoy a visit to Cragside which some describe as Britain’s original smart home – a pioneering Victorian mansion filled with the latest gadgets and inventions. Illuminated with hydro-electricity and powered by hydraulics, this impressive Arts and Crafts House was designed for modern living and efficiency. Plenty of time to explore and take time for a coffee or some lunch. Cragside is a National Trust Property and you can view more information on their website.

Pick up Moffat 07:30, Lockerbie 08:00, Lochmaben 08:10, Dumfries 08:30, Annan 09:00

The Rock Garden surrounding the House at Cragside, Northumberland

©National Trust Images/Annapurna Mellor

Adult £55 (entry included)

Bury Market

Wednesday 21st May

Bury Market, voted Best Market in Britain, welcomes thousands of shoppers every week. The unique market oozes charisma and atmosphere. The traditional market, housed in a modern setting, is home to over 300 stalls – with plenty of bargains ready to be found!

Pick up Moffat 07:45, Lockerbie 08:15, Lochmaben 08:25, Dumfries 08:45, Annan 09:15

Image from Bury Market

Adult £32

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Booking Conditions

Once the seat is booked full payment must be made within fourteen days (unless agreed otherwise with office staff at time of booking) Failure to pay within this time scale will result in your place being cancelled without notice.

Our day excursions operate subject to minimum numbers therefore we may be forced to cancel a departure if bookings fall short of the necessary target. If we do have to cancel you will be notified a week in advance and offered a full refund or an alternative tour.

If you can no longer attend a day excursion you have until fourteen days before the trip takes place to cancel your seat. In the event of this you will receive a credit note for your payment to be used against another tour. If you cancel after the given time scale you will not be entitled to a credit note.

If you need to bring a push chair, pram, mobility scooter or wheel chair on the tour please inform the office before the day of departure.

If any tickets have been booked for activities out with Houston’s Tour (i.e Blackpool Pleasure Beach tickets, attraction tickets in locations we visit etc.) and the trip is cancelled Houston’s cannot refund you.

Payment Terms

Cheques should be made payable to “Houston’s Mini Coaches”

If you wish to pay with your card then please phone us on 01576 203874

Information for on the day

On the day of the excursion you will be met by our driver at your chosen pick up point. Day excursions are timed specifically so please make sure you arrive at your pick up point in plenty of time ( we recommend 5-10 minutes prior to pick up time) Drivers are not permitted to pick up or drop off at points not designated.

We try our best to stick to your original seats allocated; but your seat may change due to another passengers circumstances. If you do not wish for your seat to be changed please notify the office staff.

Any personal items taken on the trip, or left on the coach during the trip, are done so at the owner’s risk. Any damage caused to personal items Houstons Coaches will not be liable for.

All entrance tickets are issued by the driver on the coach. Most of our excursion tickets have to be collected at the venue on the day.

It is not guaranteed that a coach with a toilet will be on the tour. Comfort stops are included on most tours.

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