Audley House
Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn, Colchester Conveniently located in its own grounds a short distance from the A12, on the outskirts of the town in the village of Eight Ash Green. Guests can enjoy the hotels relaxed restaurant and bar, in addition to a lovely Leisure Club with indoor swimming pool. • 3 star • 110 bedrooms • No lift, but some ground oor rooms • Leisure facilities • Indoor swimming pool • Coach parking
Audley End House • Green Island Gardens • Smugglers Trail • Maldon • Sutton Hoo
The county of Essex is one of surprises… from rustic riches to an inspiring, enchanted heritage. This tour explores it all and also provides the opportunity to discover the unexpected along the way. Tours are based on Thursday departures. Folklore, Fables and Smugglers Tales
Day 1 Travel to your hotel in Essex. Day 2 Today begins in picturesque Sa ron Walden, with its heritage re ecting the wealth of this medieval, market town across the ages. Explore the quirky, cosmopolitan market, held here since 1141 on Tuesdays and Saturdays. From here, take the short journey to what was once one of the largest and most opulent houses in Jacobean England, Audley End House and Gardens, to learn about its past, of the uctuating fortunes and life both above and below stairs. Day 3 Meet your guide for a half day tour of the Essex coast and Blackwater Estuary. Hear tales of smugglers navigating the many inlets and shifting sands under the cover of darkness. Enjoy a stop in the ancient town of Maldon, home to many a Thames Barge. This afternoon, we venture to award
winning Green Island Gardens. The 20 acres of private gardens were designed by its owner Fiona Edmond and display a huge range of unusual trees, shrubs, perennials and bulbs. Day 4 First stop today is a visit to Sutton Hoo. This hauntingly beautiful estate, with far-reaching views over the River Deben, is home to one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time. See the Royal Burial Ground, take in the incredible views from the 17-metre tower and discover the history of the ship burial of an Anglo-Saxon king and his treasured possessions. Head then for a scenic drive along the Su olk coast stopping, time allowing, in some of its charming seaside villages such as Aldeburgh, Thorpeness and Southwold. Day 5 Homeward journey.
5 days from £442 including:
• 4 nights half board in Colchester with: Porter service Full English breakfast 3 course dinner with choice and tea/coffee • Admission to Audley End House and Gardens • Half day guided ‘Smugglers Trail’ tour • Admission to Green Island Gardens • Admission to Sutton Hoo 2027 price per person Apr to Oct £442 May to Sep £456
Beth Chatto Gardens
Delta by Marriott
Delta by Marriott, Colchester Located just a few miles from Colchester, this is a great base for visiting the Su olk and Essex area. The hotel is also being fully refurbished throughout with completion due to be by the end of 2024. • 4 star • 131 bedrooms • No lift, but plenty of ground oor rooms • Leisure facilities • Indoor swimming pool • Coach parking
Lavenham • Flatford • River Cruise • Beth Chatto Gardens • RHS Hyde Hall • Frinton-on-Sea
This tour combines exploration of the region’s beautiful countryside and quaint villages, in addition to two lovely gardens, a river cruise and free time at a number of seaside resorts. Su olk and Essex… Cruise, Coast & Gardens
5 days from £458 including:
Day 1 Travel to Su olk with a recommended stop in the historic university city of Cambridge en route. Day 2 Travel to the much admired Beth Chatto Gardens, where admission is included. Once an overgrown wasteland, the gardens are an inspiration to all visitors. Continue to Waldring eld to board MV Jahan for a cruise on the calm waters of River Deben, one of the most beautiful spots on the East Coast. Following the cruise, visit Woodbridge, the largest market town on the river and home to one of only ve tide-mills restored in the UK. Day 3 Excursion to Lavenham for a guided walking tour. Known as ‘England’s Finest Medieval Village’,
Lavenham is a quaint village with ne examples of timber framed Tudor buildings. Continue to Flatford, home to the 18th century mill made famous in Constable’s paintings, before visiting the delightful village of Dedham. Day 4 Travel past Chelmsford to RHS Garden Hyde Hall, where we include admission. An eclectic, yet ne garden with wonderful panoramic views over Essex which often surprise the visitor. On then for time at leisure in the seaside resort of Frinton- on-Sea, with its tree lined avenues and elegant esplanade. Day 5 Homeward journey.
• 4 nights half board in Suffolk with: Porter service • Full English breakfast 3 course dinner with choice and tea/coffee • Admission to Beth Chatto Gardens • River cruise with tea/coffee and scone • Guided walking tour of Lavenham • Admission to RHS Garden Hyde Hall 2027 price per person Apr to Oct £458
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