Leeds Castle
Bridgewood Manor Hotel
Bridgewood Manor Hotel, Chatham This lovely hotel is designed around an inner courtyard and located close to popular Rochester, providing an excellent base from which to explore Kent ‘the Garden of England’. • 4 star • 100 bedrooms • Lift to all oors • Leisure facilities • Coach parking
Hever Castle & Gardens • Rochester • Canterbury • Leeds Castle • Hole Park Gardens
Kent Castles and Gardens
Kent has so much to o er both the rst-time visitor and seasoned traveller. Our tour o ers an abundance of history and intrigue, in beautiful settings. Included are Hever and Leeds castles with their various gardens, historic Canterbury, Rochester and Hole Park Gardens.
5 days from £438 including:
• 4 nights half board in Kent with Tea/coffee on arrival Porter service Full English breakfast 3 course dinner with choice and tea/coffee
Day 1 Travel to the hotel in Kent. Day 2 A leisurely morning then onto Leeds Castle. With a stunning location, set on two islands in a magni cent lake, this castle has been a Norman stronghold, a royal residence and a royal palace! Visitors will learn of its enchanting and enigmatic history. Not to be missed are the Princess Alexandra Gardens and the Mediterranean Terraces. Day 3 Begin the day with a relaxing cruise in historic Canterbury. Afterwards, time allowing, at leisure to explore the architecture and winding lanes and streets of the city. On then to well- known Hole Park Gardens. One of the Seven
Wonders of the Weald, four generations of the Barham family have created a wonderful 16 acre garden in a magical parkland setting. Day 4 This morning is to Hever Castle, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn. The splendid rooms and award-winning gardens boast over 700 years of history making this a memorable visit at any time of year. Continue to Rochester, famous for its links to Charles Dickens. Explore attractions such as Restoration House, the Guildhall Museum and the cathedral. Admissions can be included for an additional cost. Day 5 Homeward journey.
• Admission to Leeds Castle • River Cruise in Canterbury
• Admission to Hole Park Gardens (it may be necessary to offer an alternative during summer months) • Admission to Hever Castle & Gardens 2027 price per person Apr to Oct £438
Eastbourne Pier © Eastbourne Borough Council
Best Western York House Hotel
Best Western York House Hotel, Eastbourne
This elegant Victorian hotel boasts a stunning seafront position, steps away from the beach. Located close to the pier and only a short walk to the centre of this lovely town, the hotel’s comfortable and contemporary lounges make a
Eastbourne • Sussex Coast • Vibrant Brighton • Battle • Rye • Hastings • Bexhill on Sea
With its colourful promenades, sandy beaches, Victorian pier, quaint shopping streets and rich history, it is not hard to understand why Eastbourne has been attracting holiday makers since Victorian times. In addition to plenty of time in resort, this tour includes a visit to vibrant Brighton, as well as a number of well known, popular market and seaside towns. Elegant Eastbourne
perfect base to sit and relax. • 3 star • 76 bedrooms • Lift • Indoor swimming pool • Coach parking nearby
Day 3 Visit the charming market town of Battle, which took its name from the famous Battle of Hastings. On then to the ourishing market town of Rye, whose rich history is very much in evidence. This afternoon, travel to Hastings, home to the remains of the rst castle in England to be built by William the Conqueror. Finally, on to the timeless Edwardian seaside town of Bexhill on Sea which is also the birthplace of British motor racing. Day 4 At leisure in Eastbourne. Day 5 Homeward journey.
Day 1 Travel to your hotel in Eastbourne where tea/co ee on arrival awaits. Day 2 Travel east along the Sussex Heritage Coast to Beachy Head, the UK’s highest chalk sea cli . On then to Seaford and Newhaven before arriving in Brighton for time at leisure. Originally a shing village, Brighton is now a vibrant city with a cosmopolitan air. See the Royal Pavilion; the spectacular seaside palace of Prince Regent (George IV) and the famous Brighton Pier (admission can be arranged at an additional cost).
5 days from £356 including:
• 4 nights half board in Eastbourne with: Tea/coffee on arrival, Porter service Full English breakfast 3 course dinner with choice and tea/coffee 2027 price per person Apr £356 May & Sept to Oct £364 June £374 July £386
Seasonal Specials in Eastbourne – 5 days from £319 We also o er Turkey & Tinsel Packages at this hotel in Nov & Dec 2027. Contact us for further details.
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