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Skipton travel agent celebrates 150th birthday

Staff from Altham's Travel Skipton celebrate the 150th anniversary.

Skipton's branch of Altham's Travel has celebrate its 150th anniversary with a seaside picnic.

In 1874, Tea importer and exporter, Abraham Altham took clients on a seaside trip to thank them for their business.

And in celebration of the 150th anniversary, the independent travel agent recreated the event and once again took 50 clients from across its branches on a free trip to Blackpool, including afternoon tea in Blackpool Tower, followed by ballroom dancing.

Individual branches also marked the occasion.

The travel agent has 33 branches in Lancashire, Yorkshire, and Lincolnshire, which are dedicated to providing an "independent service that is fully comprehensive."

To find out more about Altham's travel agent visit their website here.

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