Business Details
40 Years
experience
Award-Winning Travel Experts in Leicester
Established in 1986, Barton-Knott Travel has built a reputation for delivering exceptional travel services with a focus on customer satisfaction. As an independent travel agency based in Leicestershire, we specialise in creating bespoke holiday experiences tailored to individual preferences, budgets, and schedules. Our expertise spans family celebrations, adventure travel, luxury escapes, and accessible holidays for those with mobility needs. With over 30 years of industry knowledge, we offer flights, cruises, small-group tours, and business travel solutions, supported by memberships such as IATA. Our award-winning team prioritises personal service, ensuring seamless planning and memorable journeys.Recognised nationally for excellence in retail travel, luxury holidays, and family-focused services, we combine local expertise with global reach. Our commitment to transparency, detailed planning, and customer-centric support has earned consistent positive feedback, including testimonials praising our reliability and problem-solving capabilities. Whether arranging honeymoons, corporate incentives, or solo adventures, we aim to transform travel aspirations into reality. Our physical presence in Leicester and digital platforms provide accessible consultation options, including flexible appointment scheduling to accommodate client needs.
Services
City Breaks
Specialist Holidays
Touring Holidays
Cruise Bookings
Accessible Travel
Business Travel
Wedding & Anniversary Trips
Adventure Holidays
Solo Travel Planning
Group Tour Organisation
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of independent travel expertise with local knowledge
- Our bespoke holiday planning caters to individual accessibility requirements
- Award-winning service recognised nationally for luxury and family travel
- We provide 24/7 customer support during holiday arrangements
- Our IATA membership ensures reliable flight booking capabilities
Associations and certifications
- IATA
What people say
Excellent customer service
Fabulous trip
Seamless arrangements
Reliable holiday planning
Memorable experiences
Services
City Breaks
Tailored city escapes designed around your preferred dates and budget. We specialise in creating memorable short stays for cultural exploration, shopping trips, or romantic getaways. Our expert planners ensure seamless arrangements for flights, accommodation, and local experiences.
Specialist Holidays
Personalised holiday planning for unique destinations and specific interests. Whether you desire adventure travel, wellness retreats, or accessible holidays, our team creates itineraries that match your exact requirements with specialist supplier partnerships.
Touring Holidays
Comprehensive touring packages from small group adventures to large-scale corporate events. We arrange transportation, accommodation, and itinerary logistics for both independent exploration and fully escorted experiences across multiple destinations.
Accessible Travel
Specialist holiday arrangements for travellers with reduced mobility. Our team ensures all aspects of your journey meet accessibility requirements, from wheelchair-friendly accommodation to adapted transportation solutions across various destinations.
Cruise Bookings
Expert cruise holiday planning covering sea cruises, river cruising, and inland waterway journeys. We provide guidance on vessel selection, itinerary matching, and additional travel arrangements for seamless embarkation experiences.
People
Tim Barton
Founder & Director
Established the agency in 1986 after gaining experience with major travel firms. Specialises in sports-related travel, particularly rugby tournaments and motor racing events. Enjoys skiing and has extensive destination knowledge across Europe, USA, and Canada.
Nikki Knott
Senior Travel Consultant
20+ years industry experience with expertise in honeymoon planning and luxury holidays. Specialises in Caribbean destinations and has visited over 15 countries across Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Recognised for exceptional customer service.
Rebecca Smith
Travel Specialist
18 years in travel with expertise in worldwide tailor-made itineraries and cruises. Specialises in Mexican destinations and has extensive knowledge of European holidays. Focuses on transforming client aspirations into detailed holiday plans.
Questions
What types of holidays do you specialise in?
We specialise in city breaks, specialist holidays, touring holidays, accessible travel, and cruise bookings. Our expertise includes family celebrations, adventure travel, and corporate incentive programmes.
Are you an independent travel agency?
Yes, we are an independent travel agency based in Leicester with over 35 years of experience. This allows us to offer unbiased advice and tailor holidays to individual client requirements.
Do you offer accessible travel options?
Yes, we provide specialist travel arrangements for those with reduced mobility, ensuring all aspects of your journey meet accessibility requirements across various destinations.
What awards have you won?
We have received multiple national awards including Individual Travel Agent of the Year, Top Seller for Luxury Holidays, and Best National Retail Travel Agent.
Do you offer 24/7 customer support?
While our office hours are Monday-Saturday 9am-5:30pm, our team provides extended support during holiday arrangements and offers emergency contact options for ongoing bookings.
