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Gardens of the Cotswolds Tour
4 Days Starting and ending in Tewkesbury, England
Visiting: Tewkesbury, Cotswolds, Hidcote, Rodmarton
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 40
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat
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Tour Overview
Discover the enchanting Gardens of the Cotswolds on this luxurious tour, featuring a 2-course lunch and garden tour at King Charles’ Highgrove House, visits to the Arts & Crafts masterpiece Hidcote Manor Gardens, the tranquil Gardens at Miserden, and the stunning Kiftsgate Court Gardens. Explore the diverse plant life at Batsford Arboretum and enjoy a short tour of Rodmarton Manor's house and gardens. Stay at the four-star Hilton Puckrup Hall near Tewkesbury, with its excellent facilities and comfortable rooms. The tour includes a welcome reception, private dinner with wine, two additional dinners, and all guided tours and admissions.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Independently At The Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel From 15.00
Location: Tewkesbury
Accommodation Name: Hilton Puckrup Hall
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome reception, dinner with wine and introductory talk 'Cotswolds Gardens' from your horticulturalist tour guide, Tony Russell.
Day 2: Batsford Arboretum And Kiftsgate Court Gardens
Location: Cotswolds
Accommodation Name: Hilton Puckrup Hall
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Our first visit today is to Batsford Arboretum, 56-acres of garden with a wide range of plants and trees from around the world with an emphasis on the Far East. Visiting in the summer months we should be able to enjoy the beautiful wildflower areas and see some of the rarer trees including the California Nutmeg, Dawn Redwood and Maidenhair Tree. Time for lunch (own expense) after a visit of the impressive grounds. Then, we are off to the glorious gardens at Kiftsgate Court, tended with loving care by three generations of lady gardeners dating back to Heather Muir in the 1930s, taken on by Danny Binny in the 1950s and, more latterly, by the Chambers family.
Day 3: Rodmarton Manor And Highgrove House Gardens
Location: Hidcote
Accommodation Name: Hilton Puckrup Hall
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning we visit the privately-owned garden and house at Rodmarton Manor, where we will have a short tour of the house before exploring the lovely gardens. We then head to King Charles III Highgrove House for a guided tour of the magnificent gardens, a passion of the King for close to 40 years, with a 2-course lunch included. Please note that for security reasons, a photo ID such as driving licence or passport is required. Return to hotel for approximately 18.00.
Day 4: Hidcote Manor Garden And Bourton House Gardens
Location: Rodmarton
Accommodation Name: Hilton Puckrup Hall
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
We start our last day with a visit to Hidcote, a delightful Arts & Crafts garden, run by the National Trust. One of the country’s great gardens, it was designed as a series of outdoor “rooms” by the American horticulturalist, Major Lawrence Johnston in the 1910s. After lunch (own expense) we visit Bourton House Gardens with it's stunning plant, texture and colour combinations, plus a a topiary walk, Shade House, and a raised 18th century walk which provides a stunning view of the Cotswolds landscape. Return to the hotel around 17.00.
What's Included
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Three nights’ bed and breakfast at the four-star Hilton Puckrup Hall
Includes shared occupancy of a twin/double room.
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Welcome reception and private dinner with wine
Enjoy a welcome reception and a private dinner with wine.
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Two further dinners in the hotel restaurant
Includes two additional dinners at the hotel restaurant.
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2-course lunch at Highgrove House Gardens
A 2-course lunch is included at Highgrove House Gardens.
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All talks, guided tours and admissions
Includes all talks, guided tours, and admissions to the gardens.
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Coach touring itinerary and tour manager throughout
A coach touring itinerary and a tour manager will be provided throughout the tour.
What's Not Included
Double for sole use supplement - £255
Mode of Transport
Transport to the hotel is not included. The tour includes a coach touring itinerary and a tour manager throughout.
Accommodation
Hilton Puckrup Hall, near Tewkesbury. The four-star Hilton Puckrup Hall, near Tewkesbury is set in 140 acres of grounds and boasts excellent facilities. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, bar, fitness centre, swimming pool, spa and steam room. Bedrooms are comfortable with en-suite bathroom, TV, telephone, wifi, safe, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Parking: complimentary.
MORE INFO
Your Guide/LecturerTony Russell has worked in horticulture for almost 40 years, including 14 years in charge of Britain's National Arboretum at Westonbirt and 10 years as plant consultant to the National Trust. During this time Tony has also presented several television and radio programmes, as well as appearing as a panellist on BBC Radio 4's Gardeners Question Time. He is the author of 20 published books on gardens, plants and trees and the editor of the annual publication Great Gardens to Visit. Tony is currently consulting on a large, new arboretum being created at Rahanna House in Ireland and in 2024 will be leading a number of exclusive garden and plant-based tours, both in the UK and overseas.Please note that all our UK tours start and finish at the relevant hotel.You can normally check in from 3pm onwards but hotels will always be happy to store your luggage if you arrive earlier in the day.
For full details of how to get to the hotel, directions and the nearest train station, please click on the hotel website or call our office for details. These will also be sent automatically with your confirmation.
The welcome reception and first evening dinner / talk will commence at about 6pm - full details will be sent with your joining instructions about 10 days prior to the arrival date.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The accommodation is at the four-star Hilton Puckrup Hall, near Tewkesbury. The hotel is set in 140 acres of grounds and includes facilities such as a restaurant, bar, fitness centre, swimming pool, spa, and steam room. Bedrooms are comfortable with en-suite bathrooms, TV, telephone, wifi, safe, hairdryer, and tea/coffee making facilities. Complimentary parking is also available.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes three nights’ bed and breakfast, a welcome reception and private dinner with wine, two additional dinners at the hotel restaurant, and a 2-course lunch at Highgrove House Gardens.
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Is transport to the hotel included in the tour package?
No, transport to the hotel is not included in the tour package. However, a coach touring itinerary and a tour manager are provided throughout the tour.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes visits to several gardens and arboretums such as King Charles’ Highgrove House Gardens, Hidcote Manor Gardens, the Gardens at Miserden, Kiftsgate Court Gardens, Batsford Arboretum, and Rodmarton Manor. It also includes all talks, guided tours, and admissions to these gardens.
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Is there a tour guide provided during the tour?
Yes, the tour is guided by Tony Russell, a horticulturalist with almost 40 years of experience. He has worked in various prestigious roles and is an author of 20 published books on gardens, plants, and trees.
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What should I bring for identification during the tour?
For security reasons, a photo ID such as a driving licence or passport is required for the visit to Highgrove House Gardens.
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What time does the welcome reception and first evening dinner start?
The welcome reception and first evening dinner/talk will commence at about 6pm. Full details will be sent with your joining instructions about 10 days prior to the arrival date.
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Can I arrive at the hotel earlier than the check-in time?
Yes, you can normally check in from 3pm onwards, but the hotel will be happy to store your luggage if you arrive earlier in the day.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Final joining instructions and documentation will be despatched approximately 10 days before travel.
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Do I need any Visas or Vaccinations for my holidays?
Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change. Please check with your local doctor/GP about the current Vaccination requirements of the country you are visiting. For Visa enquiries, please contact the Embassy of the country you are visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Generally, single and double rooms carry the same price, which means that single supplements for certain itineraries can seem high. We would be pleased to arrange for clients travelling alone to share with another client, however this is subject to somebody in the same situation booking on the tour. If you would be interested in this option, please let us know at the time of enquiry/booking.
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Where does the tour manager meet us?
In most cases the tour manager will travel out with the tour group from the UK. However, this is not always the case and the tour manager may meet you at the destination station / airport. The exact details specific to your tour will be given to you in your final documentation, 10 days prior to departure.
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