The Betrayed King and the Prince of Thieves

England's history is littered with fascinating stories and legends and this tour explores some of the best by visiting a selection of Britain's newest museums and visitor centres.

Richard III Centre • Leicester Cathedral • Bosworth • Nottingham • Sherwood Forest • Lincoln

Day 1 Travel to the hotel in Lincolnshire.

Day 2 Head to Leicester to discover more about Richard III at the newly opened King Richard III Visitor Centre which depicts the controversial life of the King and the even more fascinating story of how his remains were recently uncovered. Take the short trip to Leicester Cathedral to see where he was reinterred in 2015. This afternoon continue to the Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre and learn how Richard III lost his life and the crown to Henry Tudor.

Day 3 Meet your guide in Sherwood Forest, once a royal hunting forest and the legendary home to the famous outlaw. On then to Nottingham via Rufford where your guide will bring the city to life. Learn how Nottingham was once the world leader in lace making and explore the sites associated with the legend of Robin Hood. Time permitting, visit the Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem which claims to be the oldest Inn In England.

Day 4 The trio of historic cities is completed today when we visit Lincoln. A guide will provide an introductory tour before time at leisure. Explore the Cathedral and Castle with its Magna Carta Vault forming part of the Castle's recent £22 million restoration (admission costs not included). Afterwards, spend time at leisure in the historic market town of Newark. For an additional cost, it is possible to include admission to the newly opened National Civil War Centre. Contact us for details.

Day 5 Homeward journey.

All tours are tailored to your requirements and can be adapted for travel by coach and/or air as you prefer. Occasionally itineraries change. Please see our current brochure or contact us for the latest version.

The Barn Hotel and Spa, Grantham

With an ongoing refurbishment programme, the hotel offers contemporary accommodation and inviting public areas. With an emphasis on quality dining, the hotel's Barn Restaurant is well regarded locally and retains its rustic charm.

• 3 star superior • 102 bedrooms • Lift

• Leisure facilities • Coach parking

Your tour includes:

• 4 nights half board in Grantham with:
Tea/coffee and biscuits on arrival
Porter Service
Full English breakfast
3 course dinner with choice and tea/coffee

• Admission to King Richard III Visitor Centre

• Visit to Leicester Cathedral

• Admission to Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre

• Full day's guided tour of Nottingham
and Sherwood Forest

• Introductory tour of Lincoln

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