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Published: 11th October 2024
This October half term, why not let us take the wheel? We’ve got family travel sorted—no stress, no hassle, just easy, comfortable journeys to all your favourite UK destinations.
Our coaches are kitted out with roomy seats, free Wi-Fi, and charging ports, so the kids stay entertained, and you get some much-needed chill time. Forget about parking fees and fuel costs, our family-friendly fares make travelling together super affordable.
Whether you’re off to the seaside or the city, we’ll get you there while the holiday vibes start the moment you step on board. Sit back, relax, and let’s make some half term memories!
Take a look below at our fantastic ideas for the best UK days out by coach…
Visit We The Curious science centre, Howl -oween at Bristol Zoo Project. Or perhaps Bristol Aquarium where things are getting Deep and Deadly this October. Or take a trip to Aerospace Bristol to try your hand at racing a remote-controlled car alongside the last Concorde ever to fly. Or maybe take a hot air balloon rides over Bristol with Wonder Days.
Discover Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum with interactive exhibits and hands-on experiments for kids, Black Country Living Museum to immerse yourself in the open air museum of an industrial landscape. Or take a trip to the National Sea Life Centre to walk through the UK’s only 360 ocean tunnel and meet the UK’s first sea otters. Or perhaps Take a stroll through the coolest neighbourhood in Britain - Digbeth with secret gems to discover.
Enjoy the sea, sandcastles, and enchanting Lower Gardens in Bournemouth. Don't miss the breathtaking coastal views from Bournemouth Pier and while you’re there take a trip to Rock Reef for Clip ‘n’ Climb, Caving, Highline and the Pier Zip. Maybe a family day at Moors Valley for some half term adventure. Visit the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum for free, and with stunning panoramic views of the sea.
Go to Brighton Beach for scenic sunsets, kite flying, and paddling in the sea, if you dare. Have fun on Brighton Pier with thrilling rides and arcade games. Take a leisurely walk through the historic Brighton Lanes, filled with quirky shops and street performers. Maybe head up to 450 feet to get the best view of Brightons coast, city and countryside on the Brighton i360. Or keep your feet firmly on the ground and explore the Booth Museum of Natural History for free.
Visit Cardiff Castle for a historical experience, maybe some Black Tower Tales of the Welsh Robin Hood. Embark on ghoul school at Techniquest for some hair raising, scientific fun. Explore the Cardiff Bay waterfront and enjoy free-entry attractions like the Wales Millennium Centre. And don't miss Bute Park, a sprawling green space ideal for an autumn walk.
Explore Edinburgh Castle and witness the famous One o'clock Gun firing. Visit the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, with amazing and diverse plant life. Maybe a trip to Camera Obscura & World of Illusions with 5 floors of over 100 illusions. Don't miss the National Museum of Scotland with free entry and interactive exhibits for all ages.
Discover Tropical World with exotic plants and animals. Enjoy the scenic Leeds-Liverpool Canal. Explore Roundhay Park, one of Europe's largest urban parks. Crack the code with the family at Leeds City Museum. Visit the Royal Armouries Museum for free entry.
Experience the National Space Centre with interactive exhibits and planetarium shows. Enjoy free entry at Leicester Guildhall. Have fun at Abbey Park with playgrounds and a miniature railway. Visit New Walk Museum for free entry.
Discover The Beatles Story and their iconic journey. Enjoy free entry attractions at the Albert Dock, including Halloween and circus workshops and the Tate Liverpool art gallery and Merseyside Maritime Museum. You can also visit the World Museum for free.
Explore the British Museum, London's Natural History museum has got you covered this half term with plenty of creative family fun. Uncover the inflatable art exhibition at the Balloon Museum, and enjoy an unconventional museum experience. Take a visit to Hyde Park with the famous Peter Pan statue, and witness the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace. Discover the fascinating Science Museum with free entry and interactive exhibits for curious minds, or take a trip to the Brent Lodge Park Millennium Maze for free too.
Explore Manchester Art Gallery for free. Experience feeding the turtles at Sea Life Centre Manchester. Take a trip to the Science and Industry Museum for Power up to play the very best video games from the past five decades. Discover the Trafford Centre, as the one stop shop for shopping and food.
Experience the Sea City Museum's virtual Titanic voyage. Explore the historic Southampton Walls. Take a trip to Southampton's historic Tudor House and get hands on with Frankenstein's Clay creation workshop. Enjoy Mayflower Park with playgrounds, picnic areas, and waterfront views.
Visit York Minster, take a leisurely stroll along the historic city walls, get free entry at the interactive Jorvik Viking Centre and walk The Shambles, a narrow medieval street lined with quirky shops and delightful treats.
Take part in the Haunting of Hudson, where you can uncover the mystery behind a haunting of an infamous mayor around the York Mansion House.
Don't forget to pack some snacks and games to keep everyone entertained on the journey, or read our top tips for travelling with kids for even more tips for when you are travelling with your gang.
Not travelled on one of our coaches before? You might be surprised at how easy it is! Here are some top reasons why families love travelling with us.
Stay comfy in your seat
You're always guaranteed a comfy seat on our coaches, so you can forget huddling in stuffy carriages.
Take everything you need
We know all families need their essentials (and more!) that's why each customer can bring two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage onboard our coaches.
Travel with safety in mind
All coaches are fitted with seatbelts as standard, booster seats for children that need them, handrails to aid boarding and exiting the coach and CCTV in certain areas.
Have you forgotten to plan for the Easter Holidays? Don’t worry, we have you all taken care of.
You can enjoy affordable travel with 25% off children's fares on our coaches, meaning you can explore more exciting places as a family this half term. Simply enter your travel details in the journey planner above and your discount will be automatically applied at checkout.
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