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Spring Getaway 2026 – Deposit (Shared Occupancy)

£200.00

  • 08/05/2026
  • 17:00
  • Verdun
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FRIDAY 8TH – MONDAY 11TH MAY 2026

 

We’ve made you wait for this one, but 2026 sees the 110th anniversary of this seminal First World War battle and so we’re stretching it a day longer, pushing the boat out, and taking you on an introductory tour of Verdun. We’re delighted to add that Britain’s top Verdun author, Christina Holstein will be joining us as our guest for the weekend.

 

Bag your place with a £200 deposit

 

Package includes:

 

* Three nights accommodation with breakfast included * Two full days coach tour on the battlefield with packed lunch * additional self-drive, guided stops on Monday including 1914 content (you’ll be able to opt to follow just in the morning, or all day) * two group dinners *

 

If you do not secure one of these packages DON’T WORRY! More places will be available soon. We’re just finalising costs and will have a total price soon. We will release this as soon as, via a news bulletin. You will also have the option of a different package where you source your own accommodation.

 

Regarding journeys to Verdun, we will endeavour to help as much as we can re car-pooling etc. Judith will be in touch when she receives a sales notification with your name on it.

 

If you would like to share, but need to be buddied up with someone, please contact Judith at gwgtrips@gmail.com. There is also an option for you to source your own accommodation. For details of cost etc. please contact Judith, but please note the number of these packages available will be dependent on coach space.

 

Full payment will be collected in the spring. Price for single occupancy package is £580pp.

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