Gordonian Association First World War Battlefields Trip 2026

Gordonian Association First World War Battlefields Trip

Friday 31 July – Sunday 2 August 2026
3 days | Belgium & France | From £699 | Led by Head of College Robin Macpherson

 

Overview

The Gordonian Association, in partnership with Robert Gordon’s College, is very pleased to announce a special trip to the First World War Battlefields.

This three-day, two-night visit will explore key locations across the Ypres Salient and the Somme, focusing on the extraordinary contribution made by Gordonians during the Great War. Along the way, the group will visit major memorials on the Western Front and pay tribute to those who served and fell in the line of duty.

The trip will be led by Mr Robin Macpherson, Head of College, and Mr Robin Fish, Deputy Head.

 

Cost and Travel Options

The cost is inclusive of all travel, accommodation, food (full board), excursions, and travel insurance.
Evening meals include three courses with a glass of wine or soft drink. Guests will only need to cover any additional drinks with meals or personal purchases.

You can join the group from one of three convenient departure points:

  • Departing from Aberdeen
    Includes return coach transfer from Countesswells to Edinburgh Airport – £999 per person
    (Cars may be left at Countesswells for the duration of the trip at the owner’s risk.)
     

  • Meeting the group at Edinburgh Airport – £899 per person
     

  • Meeting the group at Brussels Charleroi Airport – £699 per person

 

Itinerary

Day 1 – Poperinge

  • Flight: Edinburgh → Brussels Charleroi
     

  • Coach transfer to Poperinge
     

  • Check-in at Hotel Amfora
     

  • Guided tour of Talbot House
     

  • Evening meal in Poperinge
     

  • Visit to Ypres for the Menin Gate Last Post Ceremony
     

Day 2 – The Somme

  • Breakfast
     

  • Full-day coach tour of key battlefield sites:
     

    • Beaumont Hamel Newfoundland Park
       

    • Thiepval Memorial
       

    • Ulster Tower
       

    • Vimy Ridge Canadian Memorial
       

  • Evening meal in Poperinge
     

Day 3 – Flanders

  • Breakfast and check-out
     

  • Visits in Ypres:
     

    • Flanders Field Museum
       

    • Langemark Cemetery
       

    • Passchendaele Memorial Museum
       

    • Tyne Cot British Cemetery
       

  • Coach transfer to Brussels Charleroi
     

  • Flight: Brussels Charleroi → Edinburgh

 

Accommodation

Guests will stay at the Hotel Amfora, a welcoming, family-run hotel located in the main marketplace in Poperinge.
Accommodation options include single, twin, and double rooms, available on a first come, first served basis.

 

Booking Information

If you would like to receive more information, please email David Laing, Gordonian Association Administrator. 

Please note that places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
A £200 non-refundable deposit per person is required to reserve a place, with the final deadline for deposits being Thursday 23 October 2025.

If you would like to book and pay the deposit please book via the form below: