Skip to content

Book online or call 0113 2393031

BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER IN SUPPORT, FRIENDSHIP AND UNIQUE HOLIDAYS SINCE 1986

Welcome

To Our Escorted Holiday Collection

Hanson Exclusives are a family-run coach tour operator based in Pudsey, West Yorkshire.

Established in 1986 and celebrating 40 years in business, we specialise in quality escorted holidays with unique itineraries and personal service.

With a welcoming community and a reputation for thoughtful extras, you can trust us to make your next holiday memorable, friendly and stress free.

We look forward to welcoming you on a
Hanson Exclusives holiday very soon.

Denise & David Hanson

Spirit of the Forties at Bletchley Park

Spirit of the Forties at Bletchley Park

Discover the spirit of the forties at Bletchley Park, exploring wartime secrets, captivating codebreaking history, and the unique atmosphere of a truly remarkable era

View Dates & Book

24th September 2027

£469

3 DAYS

Single Occupancy Room - £92 supplement

 

ALL THIS INCLUDED:

 

  • 1940’s Weekend at Bletchley Park – Step back in time with vintage displays, period entertainment, dancing & music, and the unforgettable spirit of the forties. Explore the home of the codebreakers and learn about the fascinating secret history of Bletchley Park.

 

  • Silverstone Museum - Immerse yourself in the exhilarating history of British motor racing with expertly curated exhibits, interactive displays, and iconic vehicles.

 

  • Lesley Smith as Peggy Knight - Peggy was a member of the Women’s Transport Service and in 1944 served with the Special Operations Executive (SOE) during WW2. Enjoy a captivating performance by our favourite historian Lesley Smith

 

  • Mercure Hotel, Milton Keynes (2 Nights)

 

  • Breakfasts, Dinners & High tea

 

 

MERCURE, MILTON KEYNES

 

Settle into the stylish four star Mercure Milton Keynes – our handpicked accommodation for this holiday.

 

Enjoy exceptionally comfortable bedrooms, modern facilities, and a warm welcome throughout your stay.

 

Unwind in the inviting lounge or with a drink on the garden terrace, and savour a delicious evening meal in the hotel’s award-winning restaurant. With a focus on comfort, quality, and excellent service, this hotel is the perfect base for our coach party, conveniently located for exploring Bletchley Park and the local area.

 

HOTEL WEBSITE

 

 

 

DAY 1

Your luxury begins as you board our Royal Class coach at your chosen pickup point. Relax in style as we travel to the acclaimed Silverstone Interactive Museum, where you’ll uncover the thrilling story of British motorsport through exciting exhibits and hands-on displays. Later, we continue to our handpicked hotel, where you’ll have time to settle in before enjoying dinner with your fellow travellers.

D

DAY 2

After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, we journey to Bletchley Park for the atmospheric 1940s Weekend. Immerse yourself in the story of Britain’s wartime codebreakers amidst vintage displays and period entertainment—an evocative tribute to an extraordinary chapter in our history. Later, we return to the hotel to relax and enjoy another evening meal.

B, D

DAY 3

Following breakfast, we depart the hotel and make our way to the historic Olde Bell Hotel. Here, you’ll be treated to a memorable presentation by the renowned Lesley Smith, appearing as the enigmatic secret agent Peggy Knight—a lively and entertaining performance not to be missed. We’ll round off our holiday with a leisurely dinner at the Olde Bell, before re-joining the coach for our journey home to Leeds.

B, HT

B=Breakfast, HT=High Tea, D=Dinner

We strongly advise that you take out a policy of insurance to cover you for cancellation due to illness. Cancellation charges will apply to all bookings.

 

Our recommended UK & European Coach Holiday Insurance provider is CoachPlus. To receive a quote please call 02392 419 855

 

Please ensure you quote code HAN2025 to be registered as a Hanson Exclusives client

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

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

Loading
Name Address
Ainley Top Ainley Top - in front of Cedar Court Hotel
Calverley Lane Calverley - The Calverley Arms
Outside the car park entrance
Farsley Farsley - Old Road
Outside The Library
Guiseley Boots Guiseley, Leeds Road outside Boots
Horsforth Horsforth New Road Side Bus Stop opp The Fleece
Leeds Leeds
Kirkgate Coach Bay
Otley Otley - Boroughgate Coach Bay
Pudsey Pudsey - Manor House Street
Behind Town Hall / Outside Wetherspoons
Rawdon Rawdon - Bus stop outside Greenacre Hall
Woolley Edge Woolley Edge Services
Southbound / Coach Bays

To make a booking firstly select the correct number of passengers that will be travelling. This will perform an availability check to see that there is sufficient space on the tour. If the date you want is available select the Book Now button and you will be guided through the online booking process. If your date is unavailable you can use the Call Back facility to discuss further options.

From Price Book Now Call Back Telephone Favourites
Loading

It is not possible to display any suggested tours because JavaScript is disabled in your web browser.

Loading

Hanson Exclusives Escorted Holidays
8a Lowtown, Pudsey, West Yorkshire, LS28 7AA

Tel No: 0113 2393031

E-mail: info@hansonexclusives.co.uk

This website uses cookies to store essential information. By continuing to browse the website you are agreeing to their use. With your permission we would like use additional cookies. For more information you can view our cookie policy. Select Settings to change your cookie preferences. To allow the use of all cookies select Accept.