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Spring in the Cotswolds
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Summary
Join us on this springtime gambol through the glorious gardens of the Cotswolds. As the winter frosts thaw, gardens begin to bloom and we can once again enjoy the kaleidoscope of colours the spring flowers bring, from pearly white snowdrops to golden winter aconites and from daffodils to violet crocuses and pink-hued camellias.
We begin with visits to two private gardens, lovingly nurtured by their owners to maximise each garden’s natural assets and provide year-round interest. Hidcote is a maze of narrow paths and secret gardens combined with dramatic vistas, while Batsford Arboretum is home to impressive displays of spring flowering bulbs. We visit the painstakingly restored gardens at Highnam Court and the Painswick Rococo Gardens, an impressive garden squeezed into a valley that has been restored to its former glory by owners Lord and Lady Dickinson. Last but not least we visit Sudeley Castle, which not only has fabulous gardens but a history of royal connections stretching back a thousand years - Henry VIII’s last and surviving wife Katherine Parr is buried here.
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Please note that all timings are approximate and subject to change. Final timings and pick-up points will be confirmed with your joining instructions approximately 10 days prior to departure.
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Day 1 -
We depart from our designated pick-up points and head to our two delightful private gardens nestled in the Oxfordshire countryside on the eastern borders of the Cotswolds. These gardens have been painstakingly nurtured by their owners to showcase their natural features while offering year-round interest.
| Hotel | Jury’s Inn Cheltenham |
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| Meals included | Dinner |
Day 2 -
After breakfast, we visit Hidcote Manor, one of the most remarkable gardens on the Cotswolds. Originally created by the noted American horticulturalist, Major Lawrence Johnson, the gardens complex design of outdoor ‘rooms’ always offer hidden surprises. As we discover the maze of pathways, hidden corners and stunning views, we see pockets bursting with vibrant colours and many of the plants on display are those which were collected during Johnston’s many plant hunting trips to far flung places.
Later, we head to Batsford Arboretum where we can see vast swathes of flowering bulbs, everything from snowdrops to aconites and hellebore to daffodils. We will also see the beautiful blossoms of the magnolia and cherry trees while in shadier spots we can see the first patches of violet-hued bluebells.
| Hotel | Jury’s Inn Cheltenham |
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| Meals included | Breakfast, Dinner |
Day 3 -
Today we head to Painswick Rococo Garden, which dates back some 200 years and has recently been resorted to its former glory by Lord and Lady Dickinson, after the garden fell into disrepair. As the days get longer and warmer the gardens explode into an abundance of colour as hellebores and cyclamen are joined by carpets of daffodils and pockets of crocuses.
Later we head for Highnam Court where the owner has over the past 25 years lovingly resorted the gardens to their former glory as well as adding some new features to complement the original design. The East Garden dates to 1869 as a formal flower garden and today we see herbaceous borders and spring flowering bulbs. The Orangery Parterre is a more recent addition where boxed hedges encompass traditional roses, lavender and spring bulbs. We can also explore the Winter Garden Terrace, Wildflower Meadow and Orangery Knot Garden, all off which offer seasonal interest.
| Hotel | Jury’s Inn Cheltenham |
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| Meals included | Breakfast, Dinner |
Day 4 -
This morning we explore Sudeley Castle and Gardens, a hidden gem in the Cotswolds. Surrounding the castle are ten impressive award-winning gardens which were originally created in the 15th century. The gardens are an ever-evolving showcase of the best each season has to offer. Some are the gardens to explore include the Knot Garden, a secluded courtyard garden incorporating 1200 box hedges which form an intricate design based on a fabric pattern on a dress worn by Elizabeth I. The Secret Garden is one of the more romantic gardens spots, having been recently replanted to introduce more colour and in the spring, it is a sea of over 2500 tulips. The Herb Garden was created in 2011 and includes six beds focusing on the differing aspects of herb use.
From here, we return to our original pick-up points
| Meals included | Breakfast |
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Included in your cost:
- Accommodation
- Services of a professional tour manager
- Comfortable coach travel throughout
- Meals - as per the itinerary
- All visits as outlined in the itinerary
| Tour Departure | Tour ID | Departure date | Return Date | Guided by | Price | Deposit | Single supplement | Offer | Availability |
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| 23 March 2023 | BSCW230323 | 23 March 2023 (Thursday) | 26 March 2023 (Sunday) | £595 (ex. flights) |
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