2023 Holidays

Join us in the heart of Torquay and enjoy a fantastic location just 5 minutes away from the stunning seafront.

Formerly the Hotel S’Algar, the adult-only AluaSoul Menorca has for many, many years been a firm favourite of First for Bridge.

Join us for the 36th International Queen Fan Club Convention for a jam-packed weekend of live music, events, and discos!

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Khiva, Bhukara and Samarkand as we pass along the route of the Silk Road, learning about Uzbekistan’s textile culture and history.

Embark on a journey to the stunning Greek island of Corfu and indulge in a luxurious stay at the 5-star Rodostamo Hotel.

Join us at the ever-popular Château des Comtes de Challes in the Rhone Alps for a varied bridge programme of sessions and seminars.

Join The Times garden writer Stephen Anderton and expert Marion Mako in some of the finest, exclusive gardens of the Cotswolds.

Visit the 4-star Telford Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort in Ludlow for a fantastic 5 days of bridge and explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ironbridge Gorge which the resort looks over.

Set in a Victorian townhouse, enjoy stunning views across the Great Orme from your hotel and fabulous walks along this iconic limestone headland.

Join us on this EBU bridge holiday and enjoy a stay at the beautiful Villa Pace Park Hotel, with an included excursion to Bassano del Grappa.

Join experts Hazel Tindall, Janette Bridge and Kathleen Anderson as we discover the breathtaking Shetland Islands, whose past is interwoven with a rich history of wool, textiles and inimitable Fair Isle technique.

Join Karin Hellaby on this creative escape to East Anglia, taking part in quilting workshops on Bernina sewing machines and discovering the rich medieval history of Sutton Hoo and silk heritage of Sudbury.

Take on an unforgettable, festive bridge holiday to the very special Makeney Hall, with its Victorian feel and warm & welcoming staff.

Enjoy a Twixmas bridge break to Oxford, staying at the fantastic and perfectly located Doubletree by Hilton Oxford Belfry Hotel.

Take some time out from the hustle and bustle of daily life and learn from Emma how to make an assortment of 3D flowers to create a beautiful wreath.

Stay in the lovely Acacia Palace resort where guests can enjoy the beautiful gardens, and a short flat walk along the sea front promenade leads into the centre of Marina di Ragusa. This small seaside resort offers a selection of cafes, bars and shops and its beautiful golden beach has been awarded a Blue Flag.

Join Dr Marie-Louise Lillywhite on this newly-launched tour to Venice's hinterland, exploring Vicenza, Padua, Verona and Bassano.

Join us for an idyllic bridge retreat in gorgeous South Devon, The Dartmouth Golf & Spa Hotel nestles in 225 acres of glorious South Devon countryside, and offers a tranquil setting and perfect location to explore.

Join us for a festive, relaxed New Year bridge break in gorgeous South Devon, staying at the firm favourite Dartmouth Hotel, Golf & Spa

Treat yourself to a combination of crafting and mind & body sessions benefiting both physical and mental health.

This fascinating Armenia tour takes us to Yerevan, the thirteenth Armenian capital and a city founded before Rome, as well as the turquoise Lake Sevan and the foothills of Turkish occupied Ararat.

Join COUNTRY LIFE contributors Kathryn Bradley-Hole and Kirsty Fergusson on this spellbinding tour of the French Riviera’s finest gardens.

On this retreat, combine quilting workshops on our Bernina sewing machines with the discovery of Northwest England's textile history. Highlights include the Quilters Guild Museum in York and a gallery tour of the Gawthorpe Textile Collection.

This tour explores the legacy of Charles Rennie Mackintosh in Glasgow, from private buildings to institutions, considering the ways in which the city shaped his unique and enduring vision.

Discover the highlights of the Scottish Highlands as you join Carol Meldrum for a week of knitting workshops and excursions.

We return to the superb 5-star adult only ultra all-inclusive Hotel Raga Side for our third bridge holiday. Our bridge guests cannot fail to be impressed with the excellent dining and facilities included in this holiday.

Join us at the popular Athena Beach Hotel for a Christmas and New Year overseas bridge and bowls break.

Take time with away from the hustle and bustle to enjoy an embroidery weekend with Jessica Aldred and immerse yourself in your project.

Enter Brittany and discover what the regions rewarding environment provides. With coastlines and wooded valleys providing incredible microclimates and dramatic spaces.

Join us for our third bridge holiday in beautiful Kaprun in the Austrian Alps. Our guests love the fantastic value of the included summer card, giving free access to amazing local attractions.

This Art Pursuits Study Tour will explore Prague's best-known monuments as well as less familiar quarters and a number of hidden treasures.

Discover the autumnal beauties of Japan with popular tour leader Nigel McGilchrist, journeying deep into the heart of Japanese culture.

Visit the gardens of Sussex that are home to, or were created by, artists and examine how these gardens influenced their artwork and vice versa.

Travel to Norway, a land filled with wonderous sights and rich textile heritage. Accompanied by expert, Frederica Patmore, you will enjoy 3 and a half days excursions to Lyngheisenteret Heathland Centre, Hillesvåg Wool Spinning Mill and Museum, and Osteroy aswell as 2 full and 2 half-day knitting workshops.

Discover the colourful history of the Welsh textile industry on this tour, which takes a closer look at Welsh wool and quilting in the picturesque villages of the valleys.

Explore the dense history of the magical, traffic-less streets of Mediaeval Rhodes, with 5 days of unexpected variety and intense experiences on the island famed in Antiquity for having the sunniest climate of the whole Aegean area.

Discover the cultural heritage of Andalucia and view exquisite examples of Islamic, Renaissance and Baroque art and architecture on this remarkable Art Pursuits tour.

This Art Pursuits tour examines the synthesis of gender, politics and art in a transformative historical moment.

On this exclusive *Gardens Illustrated* tour of Dorset, visit exquisite private gardens and feast at Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall’s River Cottage HQ.

Surrounded by a tranquil backdrop of ancient hills, steep limestone valleys and stark moorland plateaus, journey with us as we explore the romantic gardens of the Peak District and Derbyshire Dales.

Let our expert host, Adam Wilkinson and Hortus contributor, Kirsty Fergusson, whisk you on a weekend away to the leafy village of Varengeville-sur-Mer to visit the region’s classical and contemporary gardens.

Join us on this unique tour of the Netherlands to explore the works of leading Dutch horticulturists alongside the gardens that inspired them.

Discover the splendour of the English Lake District, one-time home to William Wordsworth, the Lakeland Poets and Beatrix Potter, on this tour of Arts & Crafts houses and gardens.

Come with us on a Northern Lights cruise and enjoy the truly beautiful landscapes of the Norwegian fjords.

Visit County Kerry on this knitting holiday with Julie Debreux. See Kerry’s famous road ‘the Ring of Kerry’, enjoy a guided tour of Kerry Woollen Mills and many more attractions and take part in one full-day and two half-day knitting workshop with expert Julie Debreux.

Join us in Galway with excursions exploring the Connemara countryside and the island of Inis Oírr, home to the traditional style of Aran knitting.

This tour spans a period of 1000 years and reveals a broad selection of treasures, explores the genesis of art and culture in Austria’s heartland.

Treat yourself to a combination of crafting and mind & body sessions benefiting both physical and mental health.

Stitch yourself happy on this relaxing holiday at the 4-star Staverton Park Hotel & Golf Club and take part expert lead workshops with Rosalind Hoyes and Emma Leith.

Stitch yourself happy on this relaxing holiday at the 4-star Staverton Park Hotel & Golf Club and take part expert lead workshops with Rosalind Hoyes and Anna Nikipirowicz.

Join Art Pursuits over a bottle of the region’s finest and drink in the uplifting elegance of marvellous Bordeaux, famed for its elegant architecture, balmy climate, fine wines and fabulous gastronomy.

Palermo is an exciting and complex city with a rich cultural heritage, and we will uncover its art, architecture, and rich history.

Take time with Anna Nikipirowicz and have a perfect introduction to crocheting socks, on this weekend break that will let you create the perfect Christmas gift for your loved ones.

Join Carol Meldrum for a weekend packed with learning, colours, and crochet! This weekend workshop will test your current skills and teach you new ones to help you improve as a crochetier.

Learn Broomstick Crochet, a crochet technique dating back to the 1800s in a weekend full of practice and projects with Carol Medrum.

Take some time out of your busy summer schedule and enjoy two days of hand stitching workshops with Carolyn Forster.

Hailed as 'the cradle of the Renaissance', visit Florence alongside our expert Clare Ford-Wille, studying the extraordinary wealth of art.

Come and play Bridge with us at a charming hotel, enjoy countryside walks in your free time, and visit the beautiful town of Stratford-upon-Avon.

From the fantastic exhibitions of the Barcelona Knits Festival to a series of workshops with Julie Dubreux, this holiday is bursting with crafting inspiration.

Join our Expert Lecturer Dr Richard Plant to explore a thousand years of early Christian and mediaeval history.