Our thoughts go out to all the great staff throughout Shearings who have proved to be reputable market leaders throughout their long history. This is devastating for them and our industry and yet another example of an otherwise successful company being a victim of covid-19.

Very sad news that Specialist Leisure Group Limited has ceased trading. If you have a booking with one of its travel brands inc. Shearings, Wallace Arnold, & UK Breakaways, please see abta.com/slg for next steps

This seems to be falling of deaf ears. The loss of Shearings, National, Caledonian is a major blow and more will yet follow without much needed support. This is not the result of a badly run business but the impact of Covid-19 on our industry and the consequences will be severe.

The just for groups! team look forward to our great #staycation once it is safe for us all to travel together again. #backbritainscoaches #weneedcoaches 👍

We are delighted to support #EnglishTourismWeek20 and continue to work with our #associates and #GTO’s #onetravelindustry #togetherintravel #tourismindustry #travelindustry

Those groups who booked a package holiday with these respected operators do not need to worry about getting their money back as they were all fully bonded. This shows the true value of booking through a fully bonded operator. Our thoughts are for their loyal staff.

Travel businesses are operating in exceptionally difficult circumstances, with higher call volumes and furloughed staff, resulting in refund delays. This is understandably frustrating for customers, & your patience is really appreciated. Read more at abta.com/coronavirus

If you booked a holiday through Shearings Holidays, which has now sadly ceased trading, check our advice on how your flight or non-flight package holiday is financially protected and what to do next: bit.ly/2TEdELZ

It's a worry Rob Yandell when our industry is starting to put getting back to business before the safety of our customers. We all need to get back to business but take a cautious approach and not the mad dash some are planning. Let's take it nice and slow and not risk a set-back!

Our new - it's been on hold since March - 2021 Group Travel Directory will be out soon and we have some unbeatable deals with @CMVoyages #backbritainscoaches

A refund credit note is NOT the same as a holiday voucher. Refund credits come with ATOL or ABTA financial protection & preserve your right to a cash refund, holiday vouchers do not. See abta.com/coronavirus

Don't miss the latest version of the #GroupTravelGrapevine! It includes positive news on the re-opening of parklands and gardens inc. KewGardens Westonbirt Arboretum - Forestry England Warwick Castle Borde Hill Garden Castle Howard The RHS & National Trust us6.campaign-archive.com/?u=9aeb0fdbb9b…

Important new guidance has been published for Scotland's hospitality sector. Could be a guide to what to expect for pending similar advice for England and Wales. coachtourismassociation.co.uk/guidance-for-r…

Holidays are back and we see some operators will start their tours again from early July. We hope things run smoothly and confirm at this point in time we have no plans to start before September provided we are confident it's safe. AGTO - Association for Group Travel Organisers Group Leisure & Travel u3a GTO Magazine

We continue to monitor the situation AGTO - Association for Group Travel Organisers and once we feel it is safe, more attractions are open, and the holiday will be a more enjoyable experience we'll be ready to commence our operation again These are challenging times but safety and customer peace of mind is a priority.

Travel Weekly x off Good to see The UK Holiday Group and Grand UK Holidays are being added to the list of Advantage Travel Partnership partners. Here's hoping there are lots of enquiries for holidays in the UK this summer and beyond. Lots of great destinations to explore!

The just for groups! team are all behind our amazing coach industry for today's #honkforhope

Destination Highlight: Dovedale is Derbyshire's finest and most popular dales, renowned beauty spot visited by many tourists. 📍Dovedale, Peak District 📷 - Gemma Rose . . . #peakdistrict #peakdistrictnationalpark #dovedale #derbyshire #peakdistrictwalks #peaks #steppingstones

Great news! At last we are finally ready to go live on our new website, making it even easier to find inspiration for your next group holiday. justforgroups.com #website #websitelaunch #newwebsite #WebsiteDevelopment #WebsiteBuilding #graphicdesign #websitedesign

We have a great groups offer with TLH. Get festive with a great value Turkey and Tinsel holiday to Torquay, from just £339pp 🏩 - Derwent Hotel - Torquay 🍔 - Half Board 🚌 - Coach Travel To find out more: 🌐: bit.ly/42SAPUP 📞: 01603 886 740