Information
Included in this package
- Return travel by coach & ferry
- 2 nights B&B at specified hotel
- All coach transfers
- Half day visit to Cheshire Oaks
- Guided Studio tour of the external sets of both Coronation Street & Emmerdale Village (actual filming location)
- Meet & Greet with a current cast member from Coronation Street
Additional info
*Emmerdale Village – Yes, this is where they film Emmerdale! Walk in the footsteps of your favourite characters as you explore the beautiful countryside setting of your favourite soap! Join one of the expert guides on a 90-minute guided tour, full of fun and insider knowledge with plenty of opportunities to make good use of your camera. Explore the village and see exterior sets of The Woolpack, Café Mainstreet, Davids’s shop & many more. There is a chance to purchase snacks, refreshments, and souvenirs. Fully walkable however there may be some uneven terrain.
*Coronation Street Tours – A 90-minute guided tour. Explore the REAL Coronation Street set. Join our expert tour guides for a 90-minute guided tour around the external set and gain exclusive insights into the making of Coronation Street as the knowledgeable guides share behind the scenes stories and trivia. See the crafted replica sets and be sure to have your camera at the ready. This is your chance to be star of the show, strike a pose behind Rovers Return bar. See the Iconic Sets & Memorabilia, step into our replica sets of Roy’s Rolls and the legendary Rovers Return.
Extras
- Single room supplement @ €112.00
- Travel Insurance: €26.00 per adult / €13.00 per child
- €18.00 supplement per person if picking coach up outside Dublin
- A Client Protection Bond of 3% is not included and will be added on to the total gross price of a booking. This Bond protects our clients in the event of supplier business failure. All bookings and transactions are subject to this charge
Accomodation
Bolton Whites Hotel
Within the Macron Stadium football arena, this casual hotel in a commercial area is a 7-minute walk from Horwich Parkway train station and 5 miles from the historic Smithills Hall.
Airy, classically furnished rooms feature free Wi-Fi, TVs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Upgraded rooms have stadium views. Suites add separate living rooms with sofabeds.
Parking is free. Dining options include 2 restaurants, and a bar with lounge seating. A conference centre has meeting and event space for up to 3,000 people.
Macron Stadium, De Havilland Way, Bolton BL6 6SF, United Kingdom
IMPORTANT
- Please note itinerary is subject to change
- It is the responsibility of each person to be on time for all coach connections, coaches will not wait for latecomers
- It is illegal to smoke on coaches.
- Consumption of Food and Alcohol is NOT permitted on board any Coach.
- All alcohol must be stored underneath with the baggage.
People are responsible for the safety of their own personal belongings. Celtic Horizon Tours, its Agents, Suppliers and Staff will not be liable for any loss, damage or theft of such belongings.
Important: ITV reserve the right to cancel all Studio Tours with 48hrs notice should filming requirements so demand. Whilst cancellation is very rare, it may be unavoidable. Should this happen you will be offered a choice of an alternative Coronation Street & Emmerdale Tour or a full refund if the trip has not commenced. No other compensation will be available.
Itinerary
Day One- Friday 23rd May
04.45hrs Depart from Wexford [North Station, Redmond Square
05.05hrs Pick-up in Enniscorthy [Supervalue, Abbey Square]
05.25hrs Pick-up in Gorey [at the hospital]
05.45hrs Pick-up at the Beehive pub
07.00hrs Pick-up at the front door of the Irish Ferries Passenger Terminal 1, Dublin Port Eircode D01 P3K2
[Please note coach must check through at 07.05hrs]
08.05hrs Depart North Wall on Irish Ferries Ulysses
11.20hrs Arrive Holyhead
13.15hrs Arrive Cheshire Oaks
16.15hrs Depart Cheshire Oaks
17.30hrs Arrive at the hotel
Day Two- Saturday 24th May
08.00hrs Depart hotel
09.45hrs Arrive Emmerdale Village
Emmerdale:
Please advise everybody that Guests will be subject to a person and bag search. Please only bring essential items and keep belongings to a minimum. Please note there are no temporary storage facilities for non-permitted bags, so it will be left to the guest to find a safe temporary storage facility.
The following items are permitted on the tour of Emmerdale Village:
- Small bags including handbags (under 40cm x 35cm x 19cm – approximately the size of an A3 sheet of paper)
Prohibited items while on the Emmerdale Village Tour:
- Backpacks
- Large bags including shopping bags (over 40cm x 35cm x 19cm – approximately the size of an A3 sheet of paper)
- Suitcases
- Any item where the contents cannot be verified on search such as wrapped presents/gifts
10.00hrs 90-minute guided tour around Emmerdale Village
12.00hrs Depart Emmerdale Village
13.45hrs Arrive Birch Services
14.45hrs Depart Birch Services
15.15hrs Arrive Coronation Street Studios
Coronation Street:
Please advise everybody that Guests will be subject to a person and bag search. Please only bring essential items and keep belongings to a minimum. Please note there are no temporary storage facilities for non-permitted bags, so it will be left to the guest to find a safe temporary storage facility.
The following items are permitted on the tour of Coronation Street:
- Small bags including handbags (under 40cm x 35cm x 19cm – approximately the size of an A3 sheet of paper)
Prohibited items while on the Coronation Street Tour:
- Backpacks
- Large bags including shopping bags (over 40cm x 35cm x 19cm – approximately the size of an A3 sheet of paper)
- Suitcases
- Any item where the contents cannot be verified on search such as wrapped presents/gifts
16.00hrs 90-minute guided tour of the cobbles
18.30hrs Depart Coronation Street
19.15hrs Arrive Hotel
20.00hrs Meet & Greet with a cast member of Coronation Street
Day Three- Sunday 25th May
09.30hrs Depart Hotel
13.00hrs Arrive at Holyhead [comfort stop en-route]
14.10hrs Depart Holyhead on the Irish Ferries Ulysses
17.25hrs Arrive at North Wall Drops en-route
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Friday, 23rd May 2025
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Package Prices
Adults€399.00 per person
Children €399.00 per person
Customer Protection Bond 3% is not included and will be calculated at checkout. This Client Protection Policy protects our clients in the event of supplier business failure. All bookings and transactions are subject to this charge. This charge is applicable to EU residents only.
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