October 10th-23rd, 2006 is when Hildreth cousins from around the globe will converge on England to explore our family heritage, share stories of years past and enjoy the type of fellowship that is special among cousins. Reserve your place to join us, today!
See where our ancestors lived, worked, and played in the 1500’s and 1600’s. Learn more about our heritage. The next trip to England will be 10 or more years from now. Hence, maybe “it’s later than you think” and maybe “it’s now or never.”
The first part of the main excursion will visit the sights that are extremely important to our Hildreth heritage, including York, Durham, Gainford, Hartlepool and Whitby. The second part of the main excursion will tour scenic London and environs. The third part is an optional extension to Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral, Bath, the Cotwolds, Blenheim Palace, and Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon.
2006 HILDRETH REUNION IN ENGLAND
OCT12 FLY OVERNIGHT FROM THE U.S. OCT13 TO OCT20 MAIN EXCURSION
OCT20 TO OCT23 OPTIONAL EXTENSION OCT20 OR OCT23 FLY BACK HOME
See where our ancestors lived, worked, and played in the 1500’s and 1600’s. Learn more about our heritage. The next trip to England will be 10 or more years from now. Hence, maybe “it’s later than you think” and maybe “it’s now or never.”
In order for us to make further plans for the reunion, it is VERY IMPORTANT (even if you are somewhat undecided) to receive your down payment IMMEDIATELY. You can cancel at a later date. If you have any questions, please IMMEDIATELY contact Ron Hildreth by mail 171 Whitehall Blvd, Garden City NY 11530, by phone 516-248-7877, by fax 516-248-0138, or by e-mail
ronaldbhildreth@aol.com.
The first part of the main excursion will visit the sights that are extremely important to our heritage, including York, Durham, Gainford, Hartlepool and Whitby. The second part of the main excursion will tour scenic London and environs. The third part is an optional extension to Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral, Bath, the Cotwolds, Blenheim Palace, and Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon. The detailed itinerary is indicated herebelow.
TENTATIVE ITINERARY
OCT12 Thu. Leave the USA on a flight which must arrive in Manchester, England, on Friday morning.
OCT13 Fri. Upon arrival at Manchester airport, your full time tour guide, Valerie Williams, and the driver of your tour bus will meet you. Transfer to the historic city of York, which is renowned for its Roman and Viking links. After checking in your hotel, there will be free time for independent sightseeing. Overnight in York.
OCT14 Sat. Spend the day exploring York. Your guide will lead you on a tour of the quaint sounding streets, such as 'The Shambles' and 'Whip-ma-whop-ma-gate'. You will visit the York Cathedral with its magnificent medieval stained glass. In the afternoon, there will be free time to explore York. Overnight in York.
OCT15 Sun. Depart York and transfer to Gainford parish for the morning service at St Mary's Church where our ancestors prayed. The church existed in the 700’s and was rebuilt in the 1200’s. After the service, we will have the Annual Meeting and lunch at the George pub in the village of Piercebridge, also in Gainford parish, where our ancestors lived and worked in the 1500’s and 1600’s. You will next visit St. Hilda's church in Hartlepool. In this church is St. Hilda’s (St. Hild’s) tombstone with an inscription, which when translated from the Runic language, reads “HILDITHRYTH” which is a form of HILDRETH. She was born in 614 A.D. into the “royal house” of Northumbria and died in 680 A.D. The Hildreth Family Association has adopted St. Hilda (St. Hild) as our Patron Saint. Overnight in Durham.
OCT16 Mon. Today will be spent in Durham reviewing the Hildreth family records from the 1500’s and 1600’s. You will also visit Durham Cathedral. This magnificent Norman cathedral is one of the great architectural experiences in Europe. The rest of the day will be at your leisure to explore the city for yourselves. Overnight in Durham.
OCT17 Tue. Journey today to the remains of Whitby Abbey. Whitby’s cliffs have been sacred since 657 when Hild (Hilda), a most devoted servant of Christ, brought a religious community to settle there. In 664 Hild arranged to have rival parties at the abbey for the Synod of Whitby where it was resolved that the Roman tradition should triumph over Celtic practices. Around 3.00 PM, take the fast train from York to London where a vehicle will meet and take you to your centrally located hotel. Overnight in London.
OCT18 Wed. You will have a ticket to use the “hop-on-hop-off” bus tour of London, one of the greatest cities in the world. This bus will take you to the famous sights, including the Tower of London which was once a prison and which is now a repository for the crown jewels to be viewed by the public, Westminster Abby where the kings and queens are crowned and where many sovereigns are buried, Houses of Parliament having its lofty clock tower with “Big Ben,” Buckingham Palace where the queen has her official residence and where there is a “changing of the guard” ceremony, British Museum with its mummy exhibit, Trafalgar Square with its tall column topped by Lord Nelson’s statue commemorating his victory at Trafalgar, Piccadilly Circus which is really “the crossroads of the world,” and St Paul’s Cathedral noted for its massive size. With commentary along the way, you will be able to disembark as you wish and join a later bus. The ticket, valid for 24 hours, includes a free evening cruise on the Thames. Overnight in London.
OCT19 Thu. You will first visit Windsor Castle today. This castle is one of the largest and oldest occupied castles in the world, and it is one of the official residences of Queen Elizabeth II. The castle's dramatic site encapsulates 900 years of British history. Next we will proceed to Hampton Court, the favorite home of Henry VIII. Enjoy a costume-guided tour of the castle and explore the world famous maze in the beautiful landscaped gardens. In the evening, we will enjoy a unique medieval banquet (extra cost). Overnight in London.
OCT20 Fri. A few of the attendees will transfer to Heathrow airport, but they should make reservations for flights leaving after 12:00 PM. According to your competed survey forms, 90% of us will be on the 3-day optional extension. We begin the extension tour with a visit to the awe-inspiring, pre-historic Stonehenge, one of “wonders of the world.” Then have lunch in nearby Salisbury with a quick look at the Salisbury Cathedral before continuing to Bath. Spend the afternoon exploring this picturesque Georgian city, Visit the Roman Baths, a bathing complex 2000 years old giving the city its name. You will have some free time to shop for souvenirs. Overnight in the Cotswolds.
OCT21 Sat. Spend the morning in Stratford Upon Avon, Shakespeare's birthplace. You will visit some of Shakespeare's houses. Then you have the option to attend a matinee at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Overnight in the Cotswolds.
OCT22 Sun. This morning visit Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Winston Churchill and his ancestors. Later you will visit some of the picturesque Cotswold villages, such as, Chipping Campden and Broadway, where you can stroll around the quaint shops and perhaps take a traditional afternoon tea. Overnight at a Manchester Airport hotel
OCT23 Mon. Use the hotel's free shuttle to Manchester airport where you will fly back during the day to the USA.
INCLUDED IN 7-DAY EXCURSION FROM OCT/13 TO OCT/20
Hotels for 7 nights, 7 full English breakfasts, I lunch, visits to York Cathedral / St Mary's Church / St. Hilda’s Church / Durham Cathedral / Whitby Abbey / Windsor Castle / Hampton Court, hop-on-hop-off bus tour of London plus river cruise, train from York to London, guide and bus for 6 days including airport transfers if you’re not going on the 3-day extension, VAT and service, porterage per person strictly for one medium suitcase and one average sized carry-on. Almost all lunches and dinners are ala carte with separate checks.
INCLUDED IN 3-DAY EXTENSION FROM OCT/20 TO OCT/23
Hotels for 3 nights, 3 full English breakfasts, visits to Stonehenge / Salisbury Cathedral / Roman Baths / Shakespeare's Houses / Blenheim Palace, guide and bus for 3 days, airport shuttle from hotel, VAT and service, porterage per person strictly for one medium suitcase and one average sized carry-on. The highly recommended matinee performance of a Shakespeare play at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre is optional at $80.00 extra per person. Almost all lunches and dinners are ala carte with separate checks.
PRICE OF THE TOUR
The prices in the attached invoice for the 7-day excursion and the optional 3-day extension are each based on 32 persons. As the number of persons decrease, the price per person will slightly increase. There is a single supplement charge also indicated in the invoice. If you would like a roommate to avoid this charge, please let us know in the invoice. The registration fee of $20 is necessary to cover expenses, such as photocopies, postage, international telephone calls and international faxes. Please return the invoice with a down payment of 10% before December 20. The final date for full payment is 12 weeks before departure, July 14. Both the down payment and final payment are REFUNDABLE up to 8 weeks before departure, August 14. Between 4-8 weeks before departure, the cancellation fee is 50%, between 2-4 weeks it is 75%, and less than 2 weeks there is no refund. Travel insurance is recommended.
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I N V O I C E / R E G I S T R A T I O N
I am planning to attend all or part of the Hildreth Family Reunion in England in 2006. The names (use any preferred nicknames) in my group (including myself) are as follows:
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How many hotel rooms do you require? _______
Do you want us get you a roommate, if possible, to avoid the single supplement? _______
Registration fee per person....................................$ 20 X ___ = $_____
The 7-day excursion per person sharing............... 1330 X ___ = _____ (Note A)
The 7-day excursion single supplement................ 350 X ___ = _____ (Note b)
The 3-day extension per person sharing............... 570 X ___ = _____ (Note C)
The 3-day extension single supplement................ 160 X ___ = _____ (Note D)
The optional Shakespeare's play.........................… 80 X ___ = _____
TOTAL = $__________
10% DOWN PAYMENT DUE = $__________
(Note A) Everyone must complete this line.
(Note b) You do not want a roommate. You must complete this line.
(Note C) You want to go on the optional extension. Everyone must compete this line.
(Note D) You want to go on the optional extension, but you do not want a roommate. You must complete this line.
Please complete this invoice. Return the completed invoice with a check, payable to HILDRETH FAMILY ASSOCIATION, for the above 10% down payment to Ron Hildreth, 171 Whitehall Blvd, Garden City NY 11530. Please call Ron, 516-248-7877, if you any questions ... or contact me by e-mail
ronaldbhildreth@aol.com.
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The Hildreth Family always has a great time when it comes to sharing fellowship and creating memories at the annual reunions & family holiday trips. In March of 2004, we're all going to Germany.
There is also an optional tour to Oberammergau and Neuschwanstein Castle. After we leave Munich, our first stop is the Dachau concentration camp, and subsequently we overnight in the medieval town of Rothenburg. The next day is a drive along the super scenic Romantic Strasse to Heidelberg, famous for its castle, university and the "Student Prince."
The price for this 10 day tour Includes round trip airfare from New York, all hotels, breakfast and dinner daily, Rhine cruise, full-time bilingual tour director, 4 sightseeing tours led by local guides, 5 visits to special attractions, 1 walking tour, 2 sightseeing briefings, supplement for only 2 adults in a room, & the registration fee. In other words, everything is included except for lunches. The low price for all of the aforementioned included items is only $1618 (-$95 if you were on the 2003 tour).