Call the Midwife, Kent & Canterbury

Travel in deluxe style on this holiday aboard a JG Explorer coach!
Pedal back in time for this Call the Midwife backstage tour at Chatham Dockyard, where our very own midwife will lead us through the recognisable cobbled streets where many memorable scenes, starring Miranda Hart and Jenny Agutter, took place. We then explore Canterbury, a historic city with a blend of ancient and contemporary attractions with the chance to discover some hidden gems in the antique town of Sandwich and to wander the harbour village of Whitstable.What's Included?
Includes- Return coach travel aboard a JG Explorer coach(see JG Explorer tab for more info)- Four nights at the King Charles Hotel, Gillingham (JG2+ rating) with breakfast & dinner- Admission to Chatham Dockyard & Call the Midwife Locations Tour (with a goody bag for each person)- Excursion to CanterburyOptional excursion to Sandwich & Whitstable (£12pp)

Itinerary
Included ExcursionsCall the Midwife Locations TourAfter breakfast, we head to Chatham Dockyard where we will be greeted at the HMS Cavalier Memorial for the Locations Walking Tour. Join us on a behind-the-scenes location tour at the historic Dockyard Chatham. Walk the famous streets, guided by your costumed midwife and see popular props and sets such as 'Chummy Hill' where Nurse Noakes learnt to ride her bike!CanterburyWe spend time in Canterbury, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with quaint cobbled lanes, timber-framed buildings and medieval city walls. Relaxed and inviting, the city feels more like a town and is also the home to the oldest cathedral in England, dating back to Norman times. There is plenty to explore, from beautiful buildings to a bustling shopping centre.Optional ExcursionSandwich & Whitstable (£12pp)The old town of Sandwich lies on the pretty River Stour in Kent and was once one of the Cinque Ports. With a preserved centre dotted with original buildings such as several listed public houses, the town provides a unique taste of medieval England. Stroll through the narrow winding streets or enjoy the walk along the Old Town walls, one of any English medieval town's most complete defensive circuits.We then journey to Whitstable, a charming seaside town on Kent's north coast. Discover the small working harbour flanked by shingle beaches, pastel-coloured beach huts, weatherboard houses and an old-fashioned main street full of independent shops and galleries. There is also a small castle, with exquisite grounds, a short walk from the harbour. Originally constructed in the 1790s, the castle now houses a popular tearoom, and the stunning gardens include rose, woodland, and Regency gardens.

JG Explorer
JG Explorer coaches
We are pleased to introduceJG Explorer- a brand-new deluxe coach, thoughtfully designed to provide an elevated coach experience and ensure your journey is special and memorable.
Exclusive to the JG Travel Group, the design of these coaches has been meticulously thought through with your comfort in mind - with only 44 seats meaning more room on board and padded seats. There's improved legroom and a footrest, making certain that wherever you sit, you'll be able to relax and enjoy your journey. We know it's the small things that make a big difference in terms of ease and added convenience, so ourJG Explorercoaches feature a floor-level, rear-mounted toilet, accessible to all customers.
On-board entertainment throughout your journey is easy to find on theJG Explorer, with access to Azimut, our wireless media system, providing films and quizzes. Simply bring along your smartphone or iPad and enjoy this entertainment interruption-free, with the use of our extra reliable Wi-Fi, free to all passengers and a handy USB port at each seat.
The layout of theJG Explorerincludes a floor-level, rear-mounted kitchen with a sink, an espresso machine to purchase delicious Nespresso coffee, dispensed by your driver during comfort breaks, and a fridge stocked with cold drinks and milk. Customers are welcome to help themselves to complimentary JG bottles, that can be used for refill at the built-in cold-water filter, cutting down on the need for disposable plastic bottles and doing our part for the environment.Hotel
King Charles Hotel, GillinghamJG2+ ratingThe conveniently located King Charles Hotel offers comfortable and stylish accommodation. The hotel includes a bar and restaurant, while the en-suite rooms feature a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and tea/coffee-making facilities.Hotel RatingJG2+ ratingJG2+ rated hotels offer a slightly higher standard of hospitality, often with good home cooking plus enhanced décor, facilities and services, which is recognised and welcomed by our customers. Food may be buffet style in some of the larger hotels. They may also enjoy an enviable location and/or higher levels of satisfaction on online hotel rating sites and our own customer feedback surveys.