Elite Tickets offers a wide selection of day trips both within the UK and on the continent.
Unless otherwise stated, coach transport for each trip is from Braintree, Witham, Chelmsford or Ingatestone.
London – Do As You Please
Tuesday 3rd November 2026
£25.00 Per Person
As we have a few spare seats on our coach to London on Tuesday 3rd November 2026, we are offering a return trip to London by Executive coach for just £25 a head.
Harrods Christmas Shopping followed by London Christmas Illuminations Tour
Wednesday 25th November 2026
£35.00 Per Person
Our luxurious Christmas shopping trip takes you to Harrods, the world-famous Knightsbridge department store, where the festive season is brought to life with glittering decorations, exquisite gifts and seasonal indulgent treats.
From designer fashion and beauty to gourmet hampers, toys, homeware and those all-important Christmas presents, Harrods offers a shopping experience like no other. Enjoy plenty of time to browse at your leisure, explore the magnificent Food Halls, hunt for those special gifts or simply soak up the enchanting atmosphere of one of London’s most iconic Christmas department stores.
As darkness falls, we shall rejoin the coach for the second highlight of our day – a spectacular panoramic tour of London’s Christmas lights.
A Fairytale Christmas at Scotney Castle
Monday 30th November 2026
£59.50 Per Person
Step into a beautifully decorated Mansion House inspired by beloved fairytales and treasures from the Scotney collection, set off on a Gingerbread Man trail through the grounds, browse for Christmas gifts in the shop, and enjoy seasonal treats and warming drinks in the cosy Coach House Tea Room.
Christmas in the House
This Christmas, discover a different fairytale in every room of Scotney’s Victorian Mansion House. From towering beanstalks and glittering mermaids to gingerbread houses and golden eggs, each space is filled with festive decorations, sparkling lights and magical surprises inspired by classic fairytales and treasures from the Scotney collection.
Gingerbread Man Trail
Continue the fairytale adventure outdoors with our Gingerbread Man Trail. The Gingerbread Men have escaped and scattered themselves around the Scotney grounds, and they need help finding their way home.
Pick up a trail sheet and see how many characters you can find as you explore the estate, with festive activities to enjoy along the way.
With festive experiences for all ages, it’s the perfect place to gather family and friends, make magical memories and get into the Christmas spirit together.
Stratford Upon Avon Christmas Markets
Sunday 6th December 2026
£37.50 Per Person
Nestled in the heart of Shakespeare’s hometown, the Stratford-upon-Avon Christmas Market transforms the historic town centre into a festive winter wonderland. With charming wooden chalets lining the streets, visitors can browse a wide variety of handcrafted gifts, seasonal treats, artisan products, and unique stocking fillers.
Set against the beautiful backdrop of Tudor buildings and the River Avon, the market offers a perfect festive day out with family and friends. From delicious street food and traditional German sausages to handmade decorations and locally crafted goods, there’s something to delight every visitor.
Duke of York Square’s Ever After Garden – a tribute to our loved ones
plus Christmas Illuminations Tour and time for a meal
Wednesday 16th December 2026
£35.00 Per Person
This festive season, you are invited to dedicate an illuminated rose in Duke of York Square’s Ever After Garden, to remember absent friends and family, and help raise funds for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. The Ever After Garden is a tranquil haven where everyone everywhere can remember treasured friends and family they have lost. Over the festive season, Duke of York Square in the heart of Chelsea, will be lit up with over 30,000 illuminated white roses.
Upon arrival, collect a dedication marker and handwrite a message on it, in memory of your loved one. A volunteer will then be available to help place your dedication marker in the garden.
Roses will be available to ‘plant’ at the garden for a suggested donation of £15, which will help raise funds to support The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.
The garden Duke of York Square will be open until 9pm creating a reflective haven in the heart of Chelsea in the lead up to Christmas.
Chinese New Year Celebrations in London
Sunday 7th February 2027
£32.50 Per Person
Join us in London for the largest Chinese New Year celebrations outside Asia. Every year, hundreds of thousands of people descend on the West End to enjoy a colourful parade, free stage performances and traditional Chinese food, and to wish each other “Xin Nian Kuai Le” (Happy New Year in Mandarin) or “Sun Nin Faai Lok” (in Cantonese).
During Lunar New Year, London hosts the vibrant Chinese New Year parade, featuring colourful floats and the largest gathering of Chinese lions and dragons in Europe. The celebrations also include lively activities and foodie treats in Chinatown; family-friendly entertainment in Leicester Square; and while Trafalgar Square often plays host to the main stage performances, you can expect to find more stages on Dean Street and Shaftesbury Avenue.
Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style
Friday 12th March 2027
£55.00 Per Person
Due to high demand, we have organised ONE last trip to this exhibition.
Our first stop will be St Katharine Docks where there will be the opportunity to have a leisurely lunch before we make our way to Buckingham Palace.
To mark the centenary of Queen Elizabeth II’s birth, The King’s Gallery at Buckingham Palace will play host to the largest and most comprehensive exhibition of the late Queen’s fashion ever mounted. Through approximately 200 items, around half on display for the first time, Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style will chart the remarkable story of Britain’s longest-reigning monarch through clothing worn in all ten decades of her life: from birth to adulthood, from princess to queen, and from off-duty style to diplomatic dressing for the global stage.
Ladies Day at Royal Ascot
Thursday 17th June 2027
£145.00 Per Person
A day filled with glamour, featuring their oldest and most prestigious race, the Gold Cup.
Immerse yourself in the full splendour of Royal Ascot in the Queen Anne Enclosure. As the only public enclosure that grants access to the coveted Parade Ring, Bandstand and Grandstand, the Queen Anne Enclosure provides an unparalleled view of the world-class racing on offer. Guests will get fantastic views of the racing from the trackside viewing lawns, and can watch the Royal Procession either from the trackside area, or from the Parade Ring steppings.
The Queen Anne Enclosure is also the only public enclosure that grants its guests access to the jubilant Singing Around The Bandstand which takes place after racing – an uplifting experience like no other.
Beautiful Stamford
Friday 25th June 2027
£55.00 Per Person
Stamford is widely regarded as one of the finest stone towns in England. The pretty facades of the town are favourites with film and television producers – Stamford was used as Meryton in the 2005 Pride & Prejudice film and has also appeared in Middlemarch, The Da Vinci Code, the Golden Bowl, and, more recently, The Crown. It’s no wonder that visitors come from far and wide to experience Stamford’s charm, character and outstanding shopping and restaurants. Stamford was proclaimed by Sir Walter Scott as “the finest stone town in England”.
Upon arrival, we shall be met by our guide for a 1 hour guided tour. The guide will deliver an entertaining and informative narration of the architecture, characters and legends of one of the finest stone towns in England. Stamford has preserved a multitude of Georgian buildings built on a medieval base with Tudor and Victorian interludes. The town has a vibrant history, much of which is still visible in the 600 listed buildings and monuments.