Description
You will get a warm welcome at Bowood House & Gardens, home of the Marquis and Marchioness of Lansdowne and it offers a fantastic day out. Bowood's magnificent stately home stands within one of 'Capability' Brown's most beautiful parks, with gently sloping lawns stretching down to the lake and distant views to the chalk downlands. Delights within the park include the Cascade, Doric Temple and Terrace Gardens and Autumn brings the bonus of a magnificent vista of wonderful colours.
Itinerary
Day 1 - From your chosen joining point our feeder vehicle will take you to your designated interchange point where your weekend begins. After joining your holiday coach, our first stop will be Oxford where time will be allowed for lunch and sightseeing. Continuing to the pretty Cotswolds village of Bourton on the Water, often referred to as the "Venice of the Cotswolds," where the River Windrush flows through the village under numerous little bridges. Late afternoon arrival at your hotel for a 2 night stay. Dinner, bed and breakfast.
Day 2 - Bowood House & Garden. After a leisurely breakfast we travel the short distance to Bowood House and Gardens with your entrance included. Relax in 100 acres of beautiful parkland, designed by 'Capability' Brown, offering a lake, arboretum, pinetum and cascade. We also include a visit to Bowood House which hosts a wealth of unique items from Queen Victoria's wedding chair to Napoleon's death mask and an extensive art collection. You will also find a café and restaurant here for refreshments.
Day 3 - After breakfast we drive the short distance to the Georgian City of Bath with its many historical treasures, monuments and beautiful architecture dating back to Roman times. Explore the Abbey, Roman Baths and view the famous Pulteney Bridge or just relax on the banks of the River Avon. During your visit, your driver may offer an optional city sightseeing tour. Returning to interchange this afternoon and onward to your home towns.
Venue Information
MARRIOTT HOTEL, SWINDON
Surrounded by lush woodlands on the edge of this historical old town, this 4* hotel features a restaurant, café bar and lift. All 153 en suite bedrooms have TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. You may enjoy free use of the hotel's leisure facilities which include indoor pool & fitness centre. Porterage, welcome drink, tea/coffee after dinner and glass of wine with dinner on 1st night are all included.