One of the best parts about living in Britain is having some of the world’s most incredible destinations just a short ride away.
The sweeping Welsh coastline and soaring Scottish Highlands, the lovely Lake District, sandy Cornish beaches and the rolling dales of Yorkshire. With so much to explore, there is no need to set foot on a plane to find natural beauty.
Studded with colourful fishing villages, medieval cities and traditional market towns, these historic landscapes have inspired generations of artists and poets. And to travel them at a relaxed pace gives you a chance to truly soak up the experience and immerse yourself in the stunning scenery and each destination’s fascinating history.
Ditch the passport and hit the road for an adventure: A UK coach holiday is a chance to make lasting memories and share remarkable experiences
Shearings makes it easy, with coach holidays that take all the stress out of travel, so all you have to do is enjoy yourself while you marvel at the wonders our isles have to offer in the company of like-minded travellers.
Plus, for a limited time only, you can bag your next holiday with a deposit of just £1 per person and lock in your price so you know exactly what you’re paying without any unexpected extras.
Travel made easy
Imagine a road trip with no route-planning or map-reading, no SatNav or lugging of suitcases.
With comfortable coaches for a relaxing travel experience, Shearings’ fully escorted holidays are hassle-free from the get-go to the final farewell.
Coach holidays with Shearings means ditching the route-planning, map-reading, SatNav and the lugging of suitcases (Pictured: Lake Windermere, featured in the Railway Tracks and Cruising in the Lake District tour)
Join the trip wherever works for you: Choose your nearest pick-up point or, for a door-to-door experience, opt for the Home Connect service that comes to you
With travel, accommodation and excursions all included, Shearings takes the wheel in more ways than one, so you can soak up the views and the atmosphere while enjoying complete peace of mind.
You’ll be picked up from one of the hundreds of local coach joining points across England and Wales — or even from your own front door if you opt for the Home Connect service. And your money is tucked away safely in a 100 per cent secure Trust Account, giving you full financial protection.
Dazzling destinations
With hundreds of home-grown adventures to choose from, Shearings has a trip to suit everyone.
Why not take in the golden sands of Northumbria? Or feel energised by the military beat of the Edinburgh Tattoo? Discover the North Yorkshire Moors Railway or explore Titanic Belfast and the Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland.
If you’re on the lookout for your next holiday, here are some top picks for 2025, and you can reserve your favourite with a deposit of just £1 per person.
Steam-powered Isle of Wight
Get transported back to the fascinating age of steam: Step on board the Isle of Wight Steam Railway
With seaside Shanklin as your base, you’ll drink up all the isle has to offer – from gorgeous villages to rocky outcrops
Enjoy five days travelling around the Diamond Isle, including a journey on its heritage steam railway which gives you the chance to step back in time.
Staying in the traditional seaside resort of Shanklin, discover picture-postcard villages of thatched cottages and the pretty town of Yarmouth. Plus, a guided tour takes in the stunning multi-coloured sands of Alum Bay and the rocky outcrops of the ‘Needles’.
The beauty of the Lakes
Where better than the Lakes? The Cumbrian National Park, famed for its rugged terrain and traditional inns, is the perfect setting for a staycation
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Lake District has inspired countless poets and artists and a five-day tour through the region gives you the chance to find your own inspiration.
Gaze in awe at the mountains on board the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway, take a cruise on the still waters of Lake Windermere, and explore the market town of Keswick before enjoying the opportunity to sample Sarah Nelson’s famous gingerbread in pretty Grasmere.
The best of North Wales
Showcasing some of the best sites North Wales has to offer, the Scenic Snowdonia and Llandudno (pictured) at Warner Bodelwyddan Castle tour should be on your list
Stay for four nights at Grade II-listed Bodelwyddan Castle (pictured), famed for its magnificent turrets and manicured gardens
From your base at Warner’s Bodelwyddan Castle, a resplendent Grade II-listed Victorian building, with walled gardens, sprawling lawns and ivy-clad turrets, you’ll explore the best North Wales has to offer on this five-day trip.
Snowdonia National Park offers magnificent scenery and natural beauty, before you go on to the quaint village of Betws-y-Coed and the sweeping bay and impressive pier of seaside Llandudno.
There’s even an excursion to medieval Chester, where you’ll have the chance to walk the old city walls.
High life in the Highlands
On the Isle of Skye and the Scottish Highlands tour, explore an island that brims with mountain ranges as well as the breathtaking surroundings at Eilean Donan Castle Viewpoint (pictured)
Discover the Scottish Highlands on a tour that takes in Loch Ness and Inverness. Fort Augustus offers a fascinating view into Clansmen’s weaponry and the intricacies of canal navigation, but perhaps the crowning jewel is the magical Isle of Skye.
Traversing spectacular scenery, you’ll reach the most beautiful of Scotland’s islands across the Skye Bridge, and the Eileen Donan Castle viewpoint.
Cornish coast and country
On the St Ives and Isles of Scilly tour, stop by St Mary’s, the largest of the Scilly Isles, before heading on to Truro and the quaint town of St Mawes (pictured)
Beautiful St Ives (pictured) will be your base as you take in gorgeous destinations along the south coast
Charming and beautiful St Ives is your base for a five-day tour around the most delightful destinations of Cornwall.
A sailing trip to the Isles of Scilly takes you to a tropical paradise just off the coast of Britain, with white-sand beaches, exotic plants and unique scenery.
Discover Truro which showcases gothic architecture and St Mawes with its pretty fishing boats and a coastal fortress. An optional visit to Land’s End offers the chance to set foot on the most southwesterly point of the mainland and to take in the stunning views of St Michael’s Mount.
With so much waiting to be discovered on your doorstep, an escorted coach trip with Shearings is the perfect way to explore the best of the British Isles.
Comfortable coaches, hand-picked hotels and exciting itineraries make for hassle-free holidays. All you need to do is sit back and enjoy the ride.
Find your perfect UK tour at Shearings.com
The Shearings Hassle-Free Promise
Keeping things simple: With Shearings, you can avoid dealing with a complicated booking service and overseas call centres while enjoying full financial protection
The Shearings hand-on-heart promise is that you will travel hassle-free, experiencing one of the easiest holidays you’ve ever had, with all the stresses of travel taken away.
No complicated booking service, no overseas call centres, no need to navigate, and no need to lug heavy bags around. And with your money locked away in a 100 per cent secure Trust Account, you’ll enjoy full financial protection.
There’s no need to go it alone. Shearings’ experienced drivers take the wheel, so you can take it easy.
Get inspired by ordering your free Shearings brochure and book your next getaway at Shearings.com
*Terms and conditions can be found here: shearings.com/static/pdfs/shearings/latest/bookingconditions
