On Thursday, in celebration of the County’s 125th Anniversary, President Maurice Parker leads the Senior XV as they embark on a ten-day tour to Newfoundland and Toronto. Following Lancashire's appearance in the Bill Beaumont Cup Final at Twickenham, three challenging matches await the side.
For the travelling squad, Click here...
A selection of the fundraising events:
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Sportsmans Dinner at Oldham, Wed 18th April
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Golf Day, at Houghwood Golf Club, Crank, 10th May
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For the full Senior XV squad programme in 2006/07
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Members of the County (and potential spectators) may be interested in the outline itinerary formulated by Esselle Tours of Eccleston, Chorley:-
THURSDAY 7th JUNE
Depart Manchester Airport @ 13.30 TS321
Arrive Toronto @ 16.10
Depart Toronto @ 19.20 WS424
Arrive St. John’s Newfoundland @ 23.55
Transfer by DRL Coachlines to Guvnor Inn for four nights Bed and Breakfast accommodation.
‘’The old world meets the new as the tradition of fine English Fare flourishes in North America's Oldest city at the award winning Guv'nor Inn, the Guv'nor Pub and Guv'nor Function Suites. Welcome to the Guv'nor, your introduction to the elegance and charm of yester year... authentic English ambiance nestled in the heart of St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador.’’
FRIDAY 8th JUNE
A morning’s sight-seeing in St. John’s to get the journey out of the system! Whilst in St. John’s some of the places to visit are:
· Bowring and C.A. Pippy Parks
· Commissariat House
· Confederation Building
· Quidi Vidi Battery
· Fluvarium
· Signal Hill
· St. John’s City Hall
· Harbour Front
After a light lunch, a training session on the University Sports Fields will be held. Evening at leisure.
SATURDAY 9th JUNE
Transfer to Swilers Rugby Park.
Game v Newfoundland Rock.
Post-match reception. Evening at leisure with an opportunity to enjoy a night in Downtown St. John’s.
SUNDAY 10th JUNE
Morning training session on University Fields.
Followed by an optional afternoon, the recommendations include:-
* Whale watching off the Newfoundland Atlantic coastline
* Explore parts of the Viking or East Coast Trails, World Heritage sites
* The Devil’s Stairway at Cape Broyle
* An afternoon’s golf at Admirals Green
MONDAY 11th JUNE
An early breakfast prior to departure for Toronto.
Depart St. Johns @ 13.15 WS427
Arrive Toronto @ 15.19
Coach transfer by Ontario Northland Bus Company from Toronto Airport to your base for your six-night stay in Toronto at, the Holiday Inn on King, 370 King Street West, Toronto
‘Strategically located at the core of Canada's largest business centre and dynamic entertainment district, the Holiday Inn On King confidently plays host to the world. Just steps away are spectacular attractions, fusion dining, fabulous shopping and world class theatres that make Toronto a truly world-class city. Guests enjoy the comfort of our spacious deluxe guest rooms and suites complete with in-room amenities.’’
Walking distance to University Sports Fields, Evening at leisure.
TUESDAY 12th JUNE
The rest of today will give everyone the chance to explore Toronto and its many attractions. Fill your leisure time with some of these suggestions –
* The CN Tower, the world’s tallest structure with glass floor, simulator ride and a view from 1815 feet!
* The Skydome Stadium, home of the Toronto Blue Jays
* Toronto Island – ideal viewing of the Toronto skyline
* Yonge Street – the world’s longest street, full of shops and bars
* Chinatown – 2nd largest in North America
* Fort York and battlefields of the 1812 Wars
* Ice hockey’s Hall of Fame and home of the Stanley Cup
* Water sports on Lake Ontario
WEDNESDAY 13th JUNE
Today offers an opportunity to continue sight-seeing in Toronto, including a visit to the huge Eaton Centre with its myriad stores, cafes, restaurants and bars.
In the afternoon, the party is transferred to a Rugby Club in the Peel / Halton Region.
Evening: Game v Niagara Thunder R.F.C.
Post-match reception. Following the post-match hospitalities, you will return to Downtown Toronto.
THURSDAY 14th JUNE
This morning an excursion will be arranged to Niagara Falls. An opportunity to ride on the famous “Maid of the Mist” to the base of the Falls then take the opportunity to descend to the Tunnels where you can walk behind the falls and stand on table Rock beneath the cascading water. For a small fare, the People Mover will take you to all the main attractions of Niagara Falls, including Marineland, just get on and off at leisure.
On the return trip to Toronto, an optional excursion can be arranged to Niagara-on-the-Lake where you will have the opportunity to ride the famous Jet Boat on the Niagara River. This is an exciting and very scenic one hour event, very popular with all tourists to Ontario. Evening at leisure in Toronto.
FRIDAY 15th JUNE
After breakfast, a gentle jog and warm-up to the University Fields for a morning training session. Afternoon and evening at leisure.
SATURDAY 16th JUNE
Match Day: Game v RCSL XV or Rugby Canada East XV
Post-match reception. Following the reception, the party returns to it accommodation in Toronto with the evening free to celebrate the last night on tour!!
SUNDAY 17th JUNE
Return to UK
TARIFFS PER PERSON
Based on a party of 40, and an exchange rate of £1.00 = 2.05 CA$
To include:
· All taxes
· Fuel surcharge at current rates
· Flights
· Supporters – ten nights in hotels throughout
· Four nights accommodation at Guvnor Inn, St. Johns
· Six nights accommodation in Toronto, (currently Days Inn)
· Breakfast daily
· All airport transfers
· All match transfers
· Half-day Niagara Falls excursion
· Facilitation of match arrangements
· Tour brochure for each tourist
£1,199.00 per person
Not included:
· Insurance
· Optional excursions
· Entry fees for attractions
· Additional meals
This tour is being offered by Esselle Tours, Retail Agents for The Golden Holiday Company, ATOL 2889
Esselle Tours are Retails Agents for The Golden Holiday Co. Ltd
CONTACT DETAILS:
349 The Green, Eccleston, Chorley, PR7 5PH. Tel: 01257 450991 Fax: 01257 450992
e-mail: tours@essellesports.com www.essellesports.com
