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Visit some of the picturesque locations in the land.
Quirky 18th-century, 16 sided house with fascinating interior decoration and collections
The family home of the Spencers since 1508, and the final resting place of the Princess Diana. Showcasing one of Europe’s finest private collections of furniture, paintings and ceramics.
Visit this intriguing Regency house and impressive collection of horse-drawn vehicles, set in picturesque gardens in North Devon.
Baddesley Clinton (pictured) was the home of the Ferrers family for 500 years and Packwood House is a much-restored Tudor house, park and garden with notable topiary.
Home to the 11th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, a true masterpiece of 18th Century Baroque architecture.
Home of the enigma Code Breaker from WWII and Churchill Memorobilia. Check out the tales of spies and strategic deception.
There is plenty to discover here on Brownsea Island and at a mile long and just under a mile wide, a walk around the island is easily manageable. Home to red squirrels and scouting.
In 2022, Buckingham Palace will host a special exhibition In celebration of The Queen's historic Platinum Jubilee. The State Rooms at Buckingham Palace will feature a display looking at The Queen's Accession to the throne in February 1952.
A must for garden lovers as we visit the amazing Eden Project where 'biomes' cover the old china clay pits making them a haven for plants from all over the world and also the Lost Gardens of Heligan.
Duration: 2 Days
There are over 20 miles of pathways, three woods and parkland to explore, and surprises lying await behind every corner.
Join an exclusive tour of Frogmore House in the company of an expert guide to explore the principal rooms of this favourite royal retreat, plus a visit to Savill Garden in Windsor Great Park.
A weekend to enjoy spectacular Welsh scenery with great hospitality staying overnight in Camarthen. With a visit to the National botanic Garden of Wales.
Duration: 2 Days
Agatha Christie loved nothing better than escaping with her family to Greenway, their Devon holiday home.
This rare and atmospheric 17th-century house sits on the banks of the River Thames in Richmond.
Visit Windsor Castle and State Apartments with an overnight stay so that you are refreshed and ready for the day at the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show.
Duration: 2 Days
Enjoy a visit to either Hampton Court or Kew Gardens with free time in Windsor with option to add entry to Windsor Castle..
Over 800 years of history can be explored through this magnificent palace whose previous owners include Cardinal Wolsey, Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. Explore with your self-guided audio tour.
Over 800 years of history can be explored through this magnificent palace and gardens.
Highclere Castle is one of England's most beautiful Victorian Castles set amidst 1,000 acres of spectacular parkland and was the backdrop for Downton Abbey.
On your visit to Jane Austen's House Museum, you will be able to explore the house where Jane Austen lived and wrote.
Visit this charming and much loved royal Palace and gardens which is now home to the young royals. On display in 2022 is the exhibition Life Through a Royal Lens.
Over 200 acres for exploration. Discover our Victorian Productive Gardens, romantic Pleasure Grounds, lush sub-tropical Jungle, pioneering Wildlife Project & beyond.
Welcome to Queen Victoria's palace by the sea. After first visiting Osborne House on the Isle of Wight, England's longest-reigning monarch wrote: 'It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot'..
Spend a day sightseeing in this University town of Oxford, The City of Dreaming Spires and visit and explore 1,000 years of history at the Castle and Prison.
The City of Dreaming Spires is famous the world over for its University and place in history. Take a guided 2 hour walking tour to see the main highlights.
The palatial mansion that you see today was built in 1682 . The state rooms are saturated with internationally important paintings by artists such as Van Dyck, Reynolds, Titian and Blake together with classical and neo-classical sculptures.
The unique Italianate village on the shores of Cardigan Bay and a former British Railways line combine to make a great weekend, not forgetting the spectacular Welsh scenery.
Duration: 2 Days
The original garden at RHS Garden Rosemoor was created by Lady Anne Berry and is a true plantsman's garden and in 2020, the new 'Cool garden' was created.
We travel to England’s’ second city and its very heart to enjoy a Canal Trip on Worcester and Birmingham Canal. The very next day enjoy a steam train journey from the iconic Snow Hill station to Stratford Upon Avon by our romantically hauled steam train.
Duration: 2 Days
The world-famous landscape garden has at its centrepiece a magnificent lake reflecting classical temples, mystical grottoes, and rare and exotic trees, and offers a day of fresh air and discovery.
Tewkesbury Medieval Festival has been the high spot of Tewkesbury’s summer since 1984. It is now widely regarded as the largest medieval gathering of its kind in Europe, and attracts re-enactors, traders and entertainers, and visitors from all over the world
Tewkesbury Medieval Festival has been the high spot of Tewkesbury’s summer since 1984. It is now widely regarded as the largest medieval gathering of its kind in Europe, and attracts re-enactors, traders and entertainers, and visitors from all over the world
A small garden situated on a steep bank which drops down to the River Wye.
Visit this Christmas for an enchanting outdoor event set in the Manor's grounds. Enjoy a wonderful Christmas Fair and spectacular light displays through the gardens with a colourful light performance.
Get ready for another fantastic year at Warwick Castle! A fun, action packed and unforgettable day out for everyone!
The largest and oldest occupied castle in the world, is one of the official residences of Her Majesty The Queen.
The largest and oldest occupied castle in the world, is one of the official residences of Her Majesty The Queen. Throughout its history, it has been redecorated, enlarged and rebuilt and today is also used regularly for ceremonial and State occasions.