
Gardens of Somerset and Dorset
From £695
Summary
The neighbouring counties of Dorset and Somerset epitomise the timeless and restrained beauty of rural England and are home to a fine selection of classic gardens in a variety of different styles. Both counties offer grand vistas, both natural and man-made and small and intimate treasures, again, both natural and man-made.
From our base in Taunton, our tour heads out each day to all four compass points, visiting historic National Trust properties such as Barrington Court, Tintinhull and the wonderful landscape of Stourhead, as well as outstanding gardens such as Kilver Court, Forde Abbey and East Lambrook, recognised throughout the world as the ‘Home of English Cottage Gardening’. On our final day, we visit Barrington Court, whose gardens were inspired by the designs of Gertrude Jekyll, and the enchanting Lyte’s Cary Manor.
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Departure Points
Location | Depart | Return |
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London
Tothill St, Westminster |
08.00 | 18.00 |
Basingstoke
Railway Station |
10.00 | 16.00 |
Please note all timings are approximate and may be changed. They will be confirmed when the joining instructions are sent out, approximately ten days prior to departure.
Tour dates & prices
Included in your cost:
- Accommodation
- Services of a professional tour manager
- Meals - as per the itinerary
- Comfortable coach travel throughout
Tour Departure | Tour ID | Departure date | Return Date | Guided by | Price | Deposit | Single supplement | Availability |
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1 July 2021 | BSDO210701 | 1 July 2021 (Thursday) | 5 July 2021 (Monday) | £695 (ex. flights) |
£100 | £160 | Book Now | |
19 August 2021 | BSDO210819 | 19 August 2021 (Thursday) | 23 August 2021 (Monday) | £695 (ex. flights) |
£100 | £160 | Book Now | |
30 June 2022 | BSDO220630 | 30 June 2022 (Thursday) | 4 July 2022 (Monday) | £695 (ex. flights) |
£100 | £160 | Book Now | |
18 August 2022 | BSDO220818 | 18 August 2022 (Thursday) | 22 August 2022 (Monday) | £695 (ex. flights) |
£100 | £160 | Call for availability |