Description
An area steeped in legend and history, Glastonbury and Wells offer a unique combination in the heart of beautiful Somerset. The highlight to your holiday will be a visit to Longleat House, star of the television series watched by millions.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Hotel for 4 nights with breakfast & dinner
• 3 evenings of entertainment at your hotel
• Included excursion to Glastonbury and Wells
• Included visit to Longleat House
• Optional excursion to the Fleet Air Arm Museum, Yeovilton
Itinerary
DAY 1 Departure: A morning departure, stopping for lunch and refreshments en route to our resort hotel.
DAYS 2-4 At leisure with two optional* and one included excursion. Glastonbury and Wells: Travel the short distance to Wells to explore the smallest city in England together with its magnificent cathedral and pretty small streets. The west front of the cathedral is said to be the finest in Europe, and is well worth a visit. This afternoon we continue to Glastonbury, a town alive with myths and legends. Take time to wander the winding alleys and courtyards, and perhaps visit the serene Glastonbury Abbey ruins and grounds. (Entrance fees not included.)
Longleat House: Famous as the star of the television series Animal Park, and home to the 7th Marquess of Bath. Tour at your leisure, this magnificent stately home. One of the best examples of high Elizabethan architechture, and one of the most beautiful stately homes open to the public, the house sits in 900 acres of ‘Capability’ Brown landscaped parkland. Enjoy a guided tour of the house with further free time to explore the magnificent grounds.
Optional* excursion - Fleet Air Arm Museum: Today is free to enjoy at leisure. Take a short walk to the Clarks Shopping Village for that last minute bargain or join us for an optional excursion to the Fleet Air Arm Museum at Yeovilton. Containing over 100 years of aircraft history, this museum enjoys some spectacular exhibits from WW2 planes to Concorde.
LAST DAY Travel home: After a leisurely morning, we depart for home, stopping for refreshments, arriving during the evening.
Venue Information
Wessex Hotel, Street
Located in the heart of Somerset this hotel is within walking distance of Clarks Shopping Village. The hotel has a cosy bar in which to relax, restaurant and lift. All 51 en suite bedrooms feature hairdryer, TV, and tea/coffee making facilities.Welcome drink, tea/coffee after dinner and porterage are included.