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.
Historic Rochester and the Sweeps Festival
Monday 4th May 2026
£32.50 Per Person
Step into the historic streets of Rochester and experience one of England’s most colourful and lively spring traditions ! Every Early May Bank Holiday, the town bursts into a whirl of folk music, Morris dancing, parades, and the legendary Jack‑in‑the‑Green. It’s a joyful celebration that dates back centuries, when chimney sweeps marked May Day as their one day of freedom and festivity.
This much loved festival in Rochester, Kent takes place over the May Bank Holiday weekend and has become one of the largest May Day celebrations of its kind in the world. On Bank Holiday Monday the festival celebrates the great May Day traditions with Jack in the Green Parade.
Rochester’s cobbled historic streets, full of independent shops, bars, pubs and famous landmarks will provide an international celebration and there’s nowhere better to sing your heart out to live music and tuck into tasty food and drink across this May Day extravaganza.
London Do As You Please
Saturday 20th June 2026
£29.50 Per Person
An opportunity to explore your favourite tourist attractions, enjoy a leisurely lunch, take a trip along the Thames or explore an undiscovered part of London – the choice is yours !
On the day we travel to London, West End Live will be taking place in Trafalgar Square ! This event brings together thousands of theatre fans for Europe’s largest free musical theatre festival.
Hailed as the “Glastonbury for theatre lovers”, this much-loved annual event will transform the West End with live performances from many of London’s musicals. The full line-up of shows will be announced in the coming months.
The coach will drop you on the Strand and then the day is yours to enjoy London at your own pace before we return home at 5 pm.
A Summers Day In Rye
Saturday 27th June 2026
£37.50 Per Person
Perched on a hill, the medieval town of Rye is the sort of place you thought existed only in your imagination. Almost suspended in time, Rye’s unhurried atmosphere and enchanting streets draw visitors with their warm welcome. It’s small enough to make you feel at home almost straight away but holds enough secret treasures to entice you to stay longer.
You’ll find quality independent retailers not seen in large shopping conplexes. Luxury products, antiques, books, records and artisan goods are Rye’s speciality. Art and photography galleries are evidence of a flourishing creative community.
Picturesque St Ives & River Cruise
Friday 10th July 2026
£45.00 Per Person
Nestled in the heart of Cambridgeshire sits the bustling market town of St Ives. Sitting just 15 miles from the centre of Cambridge, this picturesque town can be found on the River Great Ouse, which helped establish it as a prosperous market town in the 11th Century, allowing traders and travellers to transport their goods with ease.
Today, residents and locals avoid having to cross the river by boat, thanks to the 15th century bridge which remains in place. Every day, hundreds of people pass over St Ives Bridge, often with little recollection of its history. But, with an existence that spans over six centuries, St Ives Bridge has its roots firmly planted as one of the most prominent features of the market town.
Bridge aside, St Ives is a thriving local market town, filled with plenty of shops, eateries and other amusements to keep you entertained. There’s even the Norris Museum, conveniently located close to the Bridge, where you can learn even more about the history of St Ives Bridge and the local area as a whole.
Summer Jazz Cruise along the Norfolk Broads
Sunday 19th July 2026
£69.00 Per Person
Leaving the Essex area early afternoon, we shall head to the delightful village of Horning on the Norfolk Broads. There will be time to explore the village and enjoy an early dinner before we board the Mississippi Paddle Steamer at 5.45 pm.
Enjoy a summer evening of relaxing live jazz music, played by the 3-piece jazz band The Broads Chords whilst you cruise along the River Bure. The cruise departs from the village of Horning, passing St. Benet’s Abbey onto South Walsham Broad and finishing back in Horning.
The Southern Comfort is a double deck paddle steamer, purpose built for the Broads . On the cruise you will pass lovely old thatched houses, windmills, Norfolk reed beds, cruisers, yachts and the occasional wherry. There is a licenced bar on board the Southern Comfort.
Newbury & horse drawn canal boat trip along the Kennet & Avon Canal
Friday 24th July 2026
£59.00 Per Person
After a morning departure from the Essex area, we shall make our way to the charming historic market town of Newbury. Set along the banks of the River Kennet and the Kennet and Avon Canal, Newbury has a fresh, rural atmosphere combined with great shopping facilities and attractions. There are also a great selection of cafes, restaurants & pubs in the town where you can purchase some lunch.
The countryside surrounding Newbury is part of the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Kennet and Avon Canal runs right through the district from the outskirts of Reading to Hungerford. Newbury is also home to a top class racecourse as well as being home to the country’s finest racing stables.
Summer’s Day in Thorpeness & Aldeburgh
Sunday 26th July 2026
£37.50 Per Person
Join us on this delightful day out to the Suffolk Coast !
The small village of Thorpeness is dominated by the Meare, which is open all year round and bears witness to the village’s fantastical past. Thorpeness was the dream of wealthy Scottish barrister Glencairn Stuart Ogilvie. Originally a fishing hamlet called Thorpe in what would later be designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it was seen by Ogilvie as the perfect place to create an adult playground for his family and friends. Once complete, he renamed it Thorpeness to distinguish it from all the other Thorpes in East Anglia, and one of the most unique villages in the country was born.
Today the village is just how Ogilvie envisaged it with pretty mock Tudor houses and the fairy-tale ‘House in the Clouds’. With Peter Pan islands, boats in every shade of the rainbow, and plenty of secrets to uncover, Thorpeness Meare is the centrepiece of this fantastic village on the Suffolk coast.
Royal Windsor
Friday 31st July 2026
£32.50 Per Person
Join us on our day trip to the beautiful town of Royal Windsor
Crowned by stunning Windsor Castle – and linked by the beautiful River Thames, Royal Windsor has a rich mix of history, culture, heritage and fun.
Windsor is a town full of history and charm as you will discover when you visit. The town is dominated by Windsor Castle which is over 900 years old and the largest inhabited castle in the world !
Aside from the Castle, there’s much more to see and do, including exploring the pretty town centre full of traditional shops and pubs, taking a boat ride along the Thames or enjoying a walk along the pretty riverside.
Battersea Power Station & The Chimney Lift
Friday 14th August 2026
£29.50 Per Person or £49.50 with The Chimney Lift
Join us in discovering one of London’s most exciting new shopping and leisure destination at the iconic Grade II* listed, Battersea Power Station. This legendary London landmark and surrounding area has been brought back to life as one of the most exciting and innovative mixed use neighbourhoods in the world – a place for locals, tourists and residents to enjoy a unique blend of over 140 shops, bars, restaurants, leisure and entertainment venues, parks and historical spaces. There are over 50 world-class cafes, bars and signature restaurants to choose from inside the Power Station, on the riverside and along Electric Boulevard.
There will also be the opportunity to see London from an elevated perspective from The Chimney Lift (must be purchased at the time of booking this trip). Step inside the iconic Battersea Power Station and make a thrilling ascent 109 metres to the top of the north-west chimney where you will take in stunning 360 degree views of London’s skyline.
Camden Markets and optional canal boat cruise along Regents Canal
Sunday 6th September 2026
£32.50 adults – £27.50 children
£55 adults – £42.50 children
Camden is known for its avant garde fashion designers, cutting edge musicians, talented artists and craftsmen, exciting clubs and music venues but, above all, it is known for its markets. Each weekend people descend on the markets to browse and shop or just hang out, soak up the atmosphere and meet friends in the many local bars and restaurants. Camden is the largest street market in the UK, although actually it is a collection of six separate markets, each with their own distinct and unique style.
Holkham Hall by Candelight
Sunday 29th November 2026
£75.00 Per Person
Experience the magnificent state rooms of this 18th century Palladian style house in all their festive finery. Hundreds of flickering candles will light up the elaborately decorated rooms as you spend time exploring Holkham Hall. See each stateroom beautifully adorned with sweet-scented pine trees, greenery, sparkling decorations, and twinkling lights.
A glass of prosecco and a mince pie will add to the sumptuousness of this uniquely special day out.