05/01/26

Obituary: Ernest ('Ernie') Bradshaw

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Ernest (‘Ernie’) Bradshaw, long-standing Director of G-Line Holidays Ltd, sadly passed away on 6 December at the age of 83, following a short illness.

 

Mr Bradshaw took over the running of G-Line Holidays in the 1980s and was still actively involved in the business until he became ill in recent months.

 

On Saturday 3rd January 2026, Ernie was given a truly remarkable send off, travelling in style by the transport he truly loves.

 

A company spokesperson said: "Ernie was a stalwart of this three-generation family-run business and integral to the growth of G-Line Holidays, he will certainly be known to many in the industry. Ernie was loved and adored by his children and grandchildren, his great-grandchildren, his many friends and all his staff. He will be greatly missed by us all."

 

G-Line Holidays was purchased in 1967 by Mr Bradshaw’s father, William (‘Bill’), and William’s nephew, Colin Roskell. Mr Bradshaw began working for the business a few years later and, along with wife Muriel, took over at the helm following the retirement of Bill and his wife, Grace.

 

By this time, the business was operating its own excursions and holidays. The couple then set about further expansion, more latterly with two of their three children, Adam Bradshaw and Pamela Jenkinson, who today oversee the day-to-day running of a business which now operates more than 200 holidays and nearly 300 local excursions annually.

 

Donations in memory of Ernie, if desired, will be gratefully received for Trinity Hospice in Blackpool and Guide Dogs for the Blind Association in memory of his dog, Ivy.