Heart Of The Shires And Althorp
Heart Of The Shires And Althorp
Book NowJoin us as we head to Northamptonshire for our new Heart of the Shires and Althorp tour staying at the 4-star Sedgebrook Hall Hotel. Discover one of England’s most underrated counties, a beautiful blend of heritage and nature with carefully hand-picked attractions included. The highlight of our tour is a visit to Althorp House, home to the Spencer family for 500 years and more recently the childhood home of Princess Diana. With house and grounds access, experience fine interiors with a variety of pictures, furniture and ceramics. Wander through the grounds where the natural beauty is truly captivating with a chance to pay your respects to mark Princess Diana’s 30th anniversary at a dedicated memorial temple across the lake from her final island resting place. Discover the once top-secret home of the World War II codebreakers on a thrilling visit to Bletchley Park. Enjoy a fragrant summers day at Castle Ashby Gardens. Don’t miss out on this great tour, book early to avoid disappointment.
Your Holiday Includes:
Door to door service
Porterage
Dinner, bed and breakfast
En suite bedrooms
Admission to Althorp House and Gardens
Admission to Bletchley Park
Admission to Castle Ashby Gardens
Excursions
Executive coach travel throughout
£80.00 single room supplement
Itinerary:
Monday
Depart Leyland at 09.30hrs for our journey to Sedgebrook Manor with a lunch stop in historic Uttoxeter en-route. Depart at 13.30hrs to continue our journey to the hotel where you'll receive a warm welcome while your case is taken to your room. Perhaps take a stroll in the grounds or make use of the leisure facilities before dinner this evening.
Tuesday
This morning we head to the Althorp Estate to visit the house and grounds of the Spencer family, the childhood home of Princess Diana with a chance to pay your respects. Mid afternoon we visit Towcester, one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in England dating back to the Roman town of Lactodurum.
Wednesday
Today's excursion takes us on a journey of discovery to the once top-secret home of World-War II Codebreakers. Uncover the lives of the brave men and women of Bletchley Park whose work significantly shortened the war, the birthplace of modern computing, and a place of exceptional historic importance. Past Ava Travel customers consider this a 5* day out, don't miss out.
Thursday
Today's excursion takes us to Castle Ashby Gardens, ancestral home to the 7th Marquess of Northampton. Enjoy 35-acres of historic gardens in the heart of Northamptonshire's countryside. Wander through several styles of gardens, including the romantic Italian and Butterfly Gardens. Castle Ashby includes many unique areas to explore including a magnificent Grade II Orangery, a Grade II Fuchsia House and a Menagerie with a variety of animals for you to see. The tea-rooms are an ideal spot for you to enjoy lunch, perhaps combine with a stop at the rural shopping yard or there are picnic tables in the Italian Garden and the Arboretum. Return to the hotel mid afternoon with time to relax and perhaps use the leisure facilities before dinner.
Friday
Check out of our hotel following breakfast, before heading home we visit Stamford, a bustling, prosperous, historic market town with quaint streets offering delicious food options at every corner and no less than 600 listed buildings. Depart at 13.00hrs to continue our journey home.
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| SRS | £80.00 Single room supplement | For Sole Use | YES |
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| Hotel | Sedgebrook Hall Hotel, Pitsford Road, Chapel Brampton, Northampton NN6 8BD |
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| Hotel Star Rating | 4 Star |
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| Hotel Contact | 01604 821666 |
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| About the hotel | Sedgebrook Hall is a Victorian manor house hotel set in 13 acres of grounds in Chapel Brampton, located in the heart of the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside. Discover the perfect blend of history and modern comfort at the welcoming 4-star hotel. Keep active in the gym with a wide selection of strength, cardio, and resistance machines, or step into the heated indoor pool for a revitalising swim. For something slower paced, unwind in the hot tub, relax in the sauna or meet up with friends old and new at the onsite bar. Guest bedrooms are bright, stylish. spacious rooms, a comfortable place to relax following a busy day exploring. Please note that Sedgebrook Hall is a cashless site, only card payments will be accepted. |
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TV |
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| Hairdryer | Yes |
| Lift | No ‘Low rise hotel’ |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Toiletries | Yes |
| Safe/Safety Deposit Box | Yes |
| AC | No |
| Pool | Yes |
| Gym | Yes |
| Iron | No |
| Tea/Coffee | Yes |
| Porterage | Yes |
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Below is a list of coach joining points available on this tour. Please note, not all pick-ups are available on all departures.
Below is a list of coach joining points available on this tour. Please note, not all pick-ups are available on all departures.
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| Keele Services | Keele Services |
| Leyland Tesco Extra | Leyland Tesco Extra, Bus Lane |
| Lymm Moto-Services | Lymm Moto- Poplar 2000 Services Coach Bay WA13 0SP |
