Tudors, Shakespeare & Scholars

This tour takes us to Stratford-upon-Avon to enjoy gin from the Shakespeare Distillery, explore the fine Packwood Tudor House & Gardens, visit the UK's no. 1 'city of culture,' and beautiful Stow-on-the-Wold, as well as the university city of Oxford.

Holiday Inclusions
* Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
* Door-to-Door service
* Coach travel throughout
* Porterage
* Excursions as listedStow-on-the-Wold
We journey into the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, stopping in the delightful market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, perhaps the best known of the small Cotswolds towns. After some free time to relax and wander, we continue to Oxford for the afternoon. Known as the 'city of dreaming spires,' Oxford is home to the famous university in addition to plenty of interesting attractions, including Oxford Castle, Cathedral, open-top bus tours, and the covered & open markets.

Stratford-upon-Avon
Our day begins with free time in Stratford, a market town with more than 800 years of history, well-known as the birthplace of Shakespeare. There is plenty to see and do here, you may wish to browse the shops or stroll along River Avon, explore the Bard's Home at Shakespeare's New Place or visit Anne Hathaway's Cottage. In the afternoon, we head to Shakespeare Distillery for a tour and tasting session, tasting 3 Craft Gins in the state-of-the-art gin school. Our visit ends with a refreshing Gin & Tonic.

Packwood Tudor House
We head to Coventry, voted the UK City of Culture in 2021. Enjoy some free time to shop and explore, before we head to Packwood Tudor House. The House contains a fine collection of 16th-century textiles and furniture, and the gardens have renowned herbaceous borers and a famous collection of yews.Chesford Grange Hotel, Kenilworth
This hotel is set within 17 acres of countryside in Warwickshire, Chesford Grange is a unique 4-star hotel. The historic charm oozes from every corner, from its red roofed turrets and Tudor style exterior to the majestic splendour that awaits you inside. The hotel offers a restaurant, bar, lounge and leisure facilities which include an indoor swimming pool, sauna, spa and fitness centre with gym. WiFi is available. All bedrooms are en-suite and feature a TV, iron, safe, telephone and tea & coffee making facilities. This hotel has a lift to some bedrooms.

Hotels
• Chesford Grange Hotel (Kenilworth) - View Information