Unfortunately we failed to reach the threshold to make this trip viable and the committee has therefore regrettably had to cancel this trip!
Please contact Gerry for details of deposit refunds
Visit to Ypres
10-12th September 2019
The Heritage Circle, a local history group, is organising a guided visit to see the First World War battlefields at Ypres in a coach provided by Simonds. This is open to members and non-members.
Itinerary
Day 1 Tuesday 10 September
Ferry crossing to Calais and visit to sites near Ypres. Stay at the Novotel Ieper Centrum for two nights B&B. Attend the Last Post at the Menin Gate.
Day 2 Wednesday 11 September
Start in Ypres and visit the Menin Gate and a variety of sites around Ypres including the Essex Farm and Tyne Cot Commonwealth Cemeteries.
Day 3 Thursday 12 September
Free morning in Ypres with an option to visit the In Flanders Field Museum (entry €9) or to look around the city. Return home via a visit to Poperinge to see the death cells and execution spot of those shot at dawn.
Cost
* £298 pp for sharing a twin or double room
* £375 for a single room
* A deposit of £75 is required with final payment by mid July
* Payment may be made by cheque to Gerry Gurhy, or by phoning or visiting Simonds for a card payment
* Travel insurance is essential either arranged personally of through Simonds at a cost of £24.75 pp
Further details are available from Gerry Gurhy 01379 890960
Unfortunately we failed to reach the threshold to make this trip viable and the committee has therefore regrettably had to cancel this trip!