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Special Interest Holidays
Holidays for enthusiasts and those with special interests
Set in an Edwardian Country House from 1912 onwards, Downton Abbey is one of the most popular TV costume drama series portraying the lives of the Crawley family and the servants who world for them, the series is filmed at Highclere Castle in Berkshire. Jane Austen - one of the world's most famous authors spent most of her life in the historic and beautiful county of Hampshire and it is where she found the inspiration to write such classics as Pride & Prejudice, Emma and Sense & Sensibility.
North Wales has some fantastic gardens to visit, from the wonderful gardens at Plas Newydd, to the impressive displays at Bodnant Gardens, not to mention the newest attraction in Anglesey, Plas Cadnant Hidden Gardens
We are delighted to offer this tour for 2021 with a combination of some old favourites and some new attractions.
Where the fertile landscapes of Kent & Sussex meet the sea, delightful seaside resorts or ancient historic towns provide a perfect base for exploring.
Set in an Edwardian Country House from 1912 onwards, Downton Abbey is one of the most popular TV costume drama series portraying the lives of the Crawley family and the servants who world for them, the series is filmed at Highclere Castle in Berkshire. Jane Austen - one of the world's most famous authors spent most of her life in the historic and beautiful county of Hampshire and it is where she found the inspiration to write such classics as Pride & Prejudice, Emma and Sense & Sensibility.
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This tour takes in the pleasure of Hampshire and its quaint towns as well as a tasting and tour of the famous Bombay Sapphire Distillery.
A truly delightful holiday that covers a wide range of attractions in the beautiful counties of Derbyshire & Staffordshire
A wonderful weekend visiting Hampton Court and RHS Garden Wisley.
Indulge in your passion for gardening with a short break to the world-famous Chelsea Flower Show
The annual Matlock Bath Illuminations is a fun-packed event featuring a spectacular river parade of illuminated floats that cruise along the River Derwent.
Immerse yourself in the thrills that Blackpool has to offer.
Each year, Longleat's spectacular Festival of Light transforms the park into a captivating, illuminated winter wonderland.
What better way to get in the Christmas mood than a traditional steam train chuffing through the chilly countryside, mince pies and all!
This tour takes us to North Yorkshire to discover the delights of York and its famous JORVIK Viking Festival
Enjoy a few days in Cheshire to see the gardens of Dunham Massey, RHS Bridgewater and Ordsall Hall
In a Magical Kingdom not so far away, somewhere between a place where you wish upon a star and dreams come true, classic Disney heroes and heroines live
A wonderful short break with the highlight of the RHS Garden Wisley Spring Fair, and a day in Windsor, a real springtime treat.
Turn back the clock on a journey of discovery through the hidden gems of the South East. Step back into the 1940’s at the Milestones Museum, as well as visits to Royal Windsor, Henley on Thames, Newbury, Winchester and Oxford.
This is one for the foodies! Our glorious gastronomic journey of North Wales takes us to a unique sea salt producer on the island of Anglesey, a stunning vineyard and orchard with spectacular views of Snowdon, and a fantastic farm shop which is very popular for good reason! A whopping (and delicious) 5 course Taste of Wales evening at our hotel completes this food heaven line-up. We also include a day in the beautiful Betws-y-Coed, which is brimming with scenic woodland and riverside walks - the
Take a trip onboard some of Scotland's finest Boats & Trains, from our base in Drymen, at the award-winning Winnock Hotel. We’ll take to the water and enjoy cruises on Loch Lomond and Loch Katrine as well as scenic train journeys and a ride on the unique Falkirk Wheel, the world’s first rotating boat lift.
Our journey takes us through some of the most spectacular gardens, accompanied with the beautiful historic houses of Newby Hall and Scampston Hall steeped in tales of history and past generations.
The sheer beauty the Lake District has inspired poets and artists for centuries, and on this holiday, we will paint a picture that will last in your memory for years to come. From our base we can explore the dramatic landscapes of the Lakes on this unique holiday.
Everything you need to plan and perfect your garden or outdoor space, with fabulous show gardens, fantastic floral art, great garden shopping and expert growing advice. Stroll along The Avenue for inspiration to take home this spring. Look out too for the fantastic Square Yards, where every inch counts to make a dull corner come back to life! The Harrogate Flower Shows are organised by the North of England Horticultural Society. All profits from the shows are returned to the charity and used to
Enjoy a delightful spring weekend break with a distinctive Dutch flavour visiting the magnificent world famous Keukenhof Gardens, this tour also includes a trip through time by steam tram and museum boat.
A real treat - enjoy discovering lovely Lancashire by steam train & narrowboat on our new North West tour.
The Highland lines - four train rides showing some of the best scenery that Scotland has to offer, and a visit to the Cairngorms gives you chance to ride the fastest mountain railway in the country.
An interesting selection of attractions is offered, the highlight being a visit to the National Brewery Centre in Burton on Trent
Based at a stunning forest retreat with Beaulieu village on the doorstep, we enjoy a perfect New Forest experience
Staying in the Queen of Welsh Resorts your holiday exploring Snowdonia and enjoying its little railways could not be more perfect.
A wonderful holiday based in beautiful Wiltshire
Situated on the beautiful English Riviera, Babbacombe is a stunning coastal resort on the edge of Torquay
Indulge in your passion for gardening with a short break to the world-famous Chelsea Flower Show
With its rustic rural charm, rolling hills, vibrant market towns and picture-perfect villages, the Cotswolds offer unspoilt countryside and picturesque villages built of the honey-coloured stone for which the region is famous
Verdant rolling hills, cornfields and half-timbered houses all feature in this tour taking in medieval market towns and surrounding picture-perfect countryside
A new tour of Northampton which features fantastic planes, trains and automobiles
Early summer is the time for the fabulous annual flowering of the Mottisfont roses
More than half the Isle of Wight is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the island has plenty to offer.
The stunning countryside and picturesque villages of the Ribble Valley are home to some mysterious residents and this tour explores the haunting and ghostly goings-on in this area of Lancashire.
Set in the 1000-acre parkland of the Chatsworth Estate, home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, the Royal Horticultural Society is embarking on a new show with style and content unlike any other.
With its own unique microclimate Abbotsbury’s Victorian walled garden is a must, set in stunning woodlands, you can explore its rare and exotic plants.
This relaxed tour gives you a treat with not too far to travel, we’ll visit the stunning RHS Harlow Carr and the hidden history of Ripley Castle.
County Wicklow is known as the ‘Garden of Ireland’, nestled amongst the lush rolling hills are pretty little glens, cascading waterfalls, glassy lakes and intimate villages.
This wonderful tour of Worcestershire takes in the famous Morgan Motor Company, the Severn Valley Steam Railway, the magnificent ruins of Witley Court and a relaxing river cruise around Worcester.
This tour takes us to Stratford-upon-Avon to enjoy gin from the Shakespeare distillery, visit the city of culture for 2021, the beautiful Cotswolds
Portsmouth is one of the UK's premier waterfront destinations with miles of sea views and centuries of history.
With a base just outside Aberdeen, 'The Granite City', this exciting tour highlights the east of Scotland and lovely Royal Deeside.
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For those who yearn for an era of leisurely pace.
Enjoy a weekend tour to Gloucester as we visit the famous Tewkesbury Medieval Festival
A chance to witness this enthralling spectacle that draws thousands of people year after year with its magical atmosphere
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