Simply Groups

02/10/2026

Another varied day experiencing the famous Bulgarian Roses, Crafts, a Thracian Tomb & even more history in the foothills of the Rhodope Mountains.

30/09/2026

Today was spent in the mountains at the fabulous Rila Monastery, followed by a Trout lunch (delicious) in a wonderful traditional restaurant.
We concluded with a Folklore dinner & show south of Sofia, a suitable climax to our activities in this region before heading south east to Plovdiv tomorrow.

18/09/2026

18/09/2026

A unique summary from the Organiser which perfectly describes this Arts Society 5 day Hauts de France group holiday.

A Castle without Carriages - but cars aplenty
Fireworks and fun runs of physical might
Cathedrals soaring High with Heavenly Grace
Voyages aplenty on boats big and small
French market delights enthroned with the locals
Symbollic remembrances ending two World Wars
In a peaceful forest and a Railway Carriage!
All shared experiences with joy and wonder
Washed down with French food and 🍷 W**e!
Happy Memories ❤️

Gwen Wright Shauna Potts-Robinson

18/09/2026

Superb feedback from a Lancashire WI group.

Just wanted to say the biggest thank you for organising our trip to London. To say it was amazing is an understatement, we have all had a fantastic time.
Despite 40 000 steps over the three days, sore feet & cheeks aching from so much laughter, we’ve all had the best time.
Thank you to all at Simply Groups.

Shauna Potts-Robinson

21/08/2026

Cultural Hauts-de-France
Open to Groups & Individuals

Nestled in northern France, the Hauts-de-France region has numerous picturesque towns and villages, many of which are home to a rich historical and cultural heritage.

The Notre-Dame Cathedral in Amiens is a true Gothic masterpiece & a must-see for those curious about the region’s grand past. The town’s stunning Hortillonages are an exceptional mosaic of floating gardens and waterways.
Gerberoy by contrast, is a tiny fairy-tale-like medieval village officially ranked as one of the ‘most beautiful villages in France’, & is known as the ‘Village of Roses’. Explore the cobblestone lanes with 17th-century half-timbered houses draped in 1000’s of blooming rose bushes, and its historic gardens.
Started in the 13th-century, the Cathedral of Beauvais is a true architectural marvel. It has the tallest Gothic choir in the world reaching astonishing heights & reflects the bold ambition of French Gothic builders. Inside, an intricate clock crafted in the 19th-century is a must-see, with its moving figures and astronomical functions, a blend of art, science & craftsmanship.

Explore the fortified castle of Pierrefonds, dismantled in the 17th-century and reinvented in the 19th-century. It is an extraordinary interpretation of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, where a treasure of architecture awaits.

Discover royal castles including the Château de Chantilly, a highlight of this holiday, one of the finest jewels in the crown of France’s cultural heritage.

14/08/2026

This holiday is open to Individuals and Groups, and offers the opportunity to appreciate the charm of the South East as it wakes from winter.
Immerse yourself in medieval Canterbury with its UNESCO-listed Cathedral, and explore delightful Rye & 1066 Country.
You will also visit Chatham’s Historic Dockyard -the official location of Call the Midwife & both Leeds & Chiddingstone Castles.
Fascinating National Trust properties also feature; Bateman’s & Ightham Mote. A varied itinerary appealing to a wide audience.
Group departures available throughout the year..