Day 1 Travel to Northants.
Day 2 Depart hotel for Waddesdon Manor. This stunning house was once home to the Rothschild family. Built in the style of a French Chateau, this opulent house is an overload on all the senses. The extravagant interiors include exquisite furniture, porcelain, paintings and carpets. The gardens are extensive, ranging from woodland walks to formally laid beds. They remain in keeping with those originally set out by the Rothschild family, whom many considered at the time to be at the forefront of Victorian gardening.
Day 3 To Stoke Bruerne this morning for a short canal boat trip. Afterwards and time allowing, enjoy a walk along the canal side or for an additional cost, admission to the Stoke Bruerne Canal Museum can be arranged. This afternoon is to Castle Ashby Gardens. With parkland designed by Capability Brown, visitors will enjoy a number of wonderful gardens including formal Italian gardens, an Arboretum, and a small Animal Menagerie. Visitors will also enjoy the lovely walled garden tea shop.
Day 4 A leisurely start this morning for a visit to the remarkable Rockingham Castle. Built on the instruction of William the Conqueror and frequented by Charles Dickens, the castle has been in the current owners family for 450 years. Visitors usually start their self-guided tour 'below stairs' and work their way through the Panel Room, Long Gallery and the Great Hall. This afternoon is at leisure in the lovely market town of Huntingdon.
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.