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ABOUT THE TOUR
Enjoy a stay with 4-star luxury amid beautiful Warwickshire countryside on this delightful 5-day break. Boasting 16th-century charm, plenty of character, and superb facilities including a gym, swimming pool and sauna, the Mercure Warwickshire Walton Hall Hotel & Spa is an idyllic base from which to explore the local sights and attractions. Join us as we journey back in time with a fantastic ride on the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, travelling through picturesque scenery to Broadway in the Cotswolds. We will also walk in the footsteps of the Greatest Briton, Winston Churchill, at Blenheim Palace, as we learn more about our wartime leader amidst sumptuous furnishings and architecture. With a visit to Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick also included, where history and romantic architecture combine, this charming break is a must.
TOUR INCLUDES
Day 1:
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to the 4-star Mercure Warwickshire Walton Hall Hotel & Spa for a four-night stay.
Included meals: Dinner
Day 2: Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway and Cotswolds
The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway is a volunteer operated heritage railway in Gloucestershire and Worcestershire. It uses part of the route of the former Great Western Railway's main line from Birmingham to Cheltenham, which used to run via Stratford-upon-Avon.
It now operates steam and heritage diesel trains between Cheltenham Racecourse and Broadway, through some of the most spectacular scenery in the Cotswolds. The line commands wonderful views of the nearby sleepy hamlets and villages, with outstanding outlooks across to the Malvern Hills and beyond. Sit back, relax and enjoy light refreshments on our journey.
We will then enjoy free time in Broadway, which remains today as it has for centuries with the picturesque rolling hills overlooking the ancient honey-coloured period buildings.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick
Stratford-upon-Avon is a pretty riverside town, most famous as the birthplace of Shakespeare. You may choose to immerse yourself in the Bard's world and visit his birthplace, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, or his final resting place at Holy Trinity Church. Beside Shakespeare, Stratford offers lots to do, with excellent shops and restaurants, pretty timbered buildings and cruises upon the river.
We also enjoy a visit to Warwick, with free time to explore. You may choose to visit Warwick Castle, founded by William the Conqueror, or simply stroll through this historic town.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Stratford-upon-Avon
Included Highlights
Day 4: Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with over 300 years of history. Situated in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside, it is one of England's largest houses and is a stunning example of architecture.
Arguably, it is most famous as the birthplace and home of Sir Winston Churchill, England's Prime Minister between 1940-45 and 1951-55. There are exhibitions here dedicated to one of our greatest leaders and the work he did during the war.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5:
Return home.
Included meals: Breakfast
Single Room Supplement from £119.00 (5 days).
Travel from most joining points is included within your coach holiday price.
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