Dodds of Troon | 4 East Road, Ayr, KA8 9BA
01292 288100 | info@doddsoftroon.com
Dodds Coach Holidays | 24 Central Avenue, Gretna, DG16 5AS
01461 337799 | coachholidays@doddsoftroon.com
The Westmeath Lakelands region is a tranquil haven of pristine lakes and beautiful countryside; rich in history and folklore, featuring ancient castles, monastic sites, and historical estates.
View Dates & BookPrice Includes (all details are subject to change):
four nights dinner, bed and breakfast
admission to Athlone Castle
Viking river cruise
admission to Belvedere House and Gardens
three excursions
coach travel and ferry fare from Scotland (£40 supplement)
EUROS REQUIRED
Bloomfield House Hotel, Leisure Club & Spa
A luxurious 4-star hotel located near the picturesque shores of Lough Ennell, just outside Mullingar in County Westmeath. It offers a high standard of cuisine and is surrounded by beautiful parkland and scenic countryside. The hotel boasts a range of amenities, including a spa and indoor pool. (lift)
Day One
Depart from your selected joining point and travel to the Bloomfield House Hotel, Leisure Club & Spa, near Mullingar. Comfort stops will be made en-route.
Day Two
Travel to picturesque Athlone, a vibrant and fascinating town with brightly painted houses, ancient pubs and characterful shops, in the heart of Ireland's Midlands. Explore Athlone Castle, which stands proudly overlooking the town and relive the wild passion of the Vikings on an interesting river cruise.
Day Three
Visit Belvedere House and Gardens, a stunning lakeside estate featuring charming follies, a walled garden, and scenic woodland trails. Mullingar offers many intriguing attractions, including the striking architecture of the Cathedral of Christ the King, the "Pilgrims" sculpture, and the local arts centre. The afternoon is free to explore.
Day Four
A day to the vibrant city of Dublin, known as the capital of 'The Craic'. There will be free time to explore this city, which is full of historic buildings, attractions including the Guinness Storehouse and the Gaol, and a range of shops and bars.
Day Five
After breakfast you start the journey home. Comfort stops will be made en-route.
Please Note
It may be necessary under certain circumstances for these excursions to be operated on different days to those shown.
Holiday Itinerary
For full Itinerary click here
For full Trading Charter and Booking Conditions click here
Not every holiday will suit your mobility needs and some are not suitable for persons using walking aids/wheelchairs etc. Please ask a member of staff for details should you have any concerns regarding suitability.
TRAVEL WITH US AND YOU CAN PARK YOUR CAR AT THE STENA LINE TERMINAL, BELFAST FOR ONLY £30. To reduce travel time, separate vehicles or taxis may be used to convey passengers to join our holiday coach.
TRAVEL WITH US AND YOU CAN PARK YOUR CAR AT THE STENA LINE TERMINAL, BELFAST FOR ONLY £30.
To reduce travel time, separate vehicles or taxis may be used to convey passengers to join our holiday coach.
Name | Address | Times |
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Annan Q | Annan - Outside Queensberry Arms Hotel | View |
Ardrossan | Ardrossan, Princes Street Bus Stop | View |
Ayr Dodds Depot | Ayr, Dodds Depot, 4 East Road | View |
Ayr NEW | Ayr, Douglas Street Bus Stop, Outside Bus Station | View |
Ballantrae | Ballantrae, Garage, Main Street | View |
Ballymena | Ballymena, Seven Towers Leisure Centre Main entrance | View |
Ballymoney | Ballymoney Biestys Centra / Route Service Station, | View |
Ballynure | Ballynure, The Village Chippy Car Park, Larne Road. | View |
Bangor | Bangor, Town Car Park opposite Bangor Railway Station Car Park | View |
Belfast City Centre | Belfast City Centre, Leonardo Hotel, (formerly Jurys Inn), Great Victoria Street. | View |
Belfast Stena | Belfast - Stena Line Victoria Terminal 4, West Bank Road (Cairnryan) | View |
Cairnryan Stena | Cairnryan - Stena Line Passenger Terminal Loch Ryan Port.Cairnryan | View |
Carlisle Asda | Carlisle Asda Bus Layby, Chandler Way | View |
Castle Douglas | Castle Douglas, Crown Hotel Opposite Market Hill, King Street | View |
Coleraine | Coleraine, Lodge Hotel, Outside Front Door CLIENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO PARK AT THE HOTEL. | View |
Dalbeattie | Dalbeattie, Opp The Birchtree Hotel Maxwell Street | View |
Dumfries | Dumfries, Whitesands, Coach Bay near Suspension Bridge. (If Whitesands Closed, Brooms Rd Car Park) | View |
Dunsilly Roundabout | Dunsilly Roundabout Car Park, Antrim | View |
Eastriggs | Eastriggs, Central Bus stop Opposite the Baxter Hall (Church) | View |
Girvan | Girvan, Hamilton Arms Hotel | View |
Glengormley | Glengormley, Corrs Corner Roundabout Larne Road Side. | View |
Gretna | Gretna Main Bus Stop Annan Road | View |
Gretna Green | Gretna Green, Gretna Hall Hotel, Front steps Please park in the overflow parking space | View |
Holywood | Holywood, Redburn Square. | View |
Irvine | Irvine, Coach Park adjacent to Aldi | View |
Kilmarnock | Kilmarnock, St Marnock St (Police Station) | View |
Kilwinning | Kilwinning, Caley Station, (top of Dalry Road) Howgate | View |
Kirkcudbright | Kirkcudbright, Harbour Square Opposite the Old Post Office | View |
Larne | Larne, Fairhill Car Park Victoria Road | View |
Lisburn | Lisburn, Sprucefield Shopping Centre, Bus Shelter at mini roundabout near Marks & Spencers | View |
Maybole | Maybole, Cassillis Hotel | View |
Newton Stewart | Newton Stewart, The Crown Hotel | View |
Newtownards | Newtownards, Circular Road McDonalds Car Park | View |
Prestwick | Prestwick, Station Road. | View |
Saltcoats | Saltcoats, Railway Station | View |
Stevenston | Stevenston, The Cross | View |
Stranraer | Stranraer Bus Stop Opposite Police Station | View |
Troon | Troon, Ivy Cottage, South Beach, Bus Stop outside Town Hall | View |
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