Hidden Treasures of Derbyshire
Severn Valley Safari
THURSDAY 21ST – MONDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER
£645pp
MONDAY 18TH - FRIDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER
£620pp
This tour heads to the Severn Valley region for an unforgettable experience and includes a variety of excursions, from a safari park, china museum and Victorian working farm to a fortified castle and poignant wartime exhibitions at RAF Cosford! Day 1 Following a collection from home we head to Worcestershire where we are welcomed by tea/coffee and biscuits at the Stourport Manor Hotel. Day 2 We head north to visit the Coalport China Museum, housing the exquisite collections of Coalport and Caughley China. The museum is located in the magnificent listed buildings that were home to the factory until 1926. From here we make our way to visit the Aerospace Museum at RAF Cosford. This excellent exhibition has 70 aircraft dating back to wartime, memorabilia over the years, and the National Cold War exhibition gives an insight into life behind the Iron Curtain. Day 3 A morning visit for you to discover the delights of Worcester, with its impressive Cathedral and the scenic River Severn flowing through the city, and obtain lunch. This afternoon we have a drive along the delightful Severn Valley. In Bewdley we visit the West Midlands Safari Park and enjoy coffee/tea and cakes before a Safari Drive with knowledgeable park guide. Day 4 Today we take a ride north to Stokesay Castle. The castle is a survivor of 700 years of border and civil wars – its buildings are complete and breath-taking – Stokesay is the best fortified manor house in Britain. From here we make for the little village of Acton Scott. Here we visit the Historic Working Farm, conceived to keep alive 19th century farming practices. The farm offers a great insight into life on a Victorian country estate. The farm has featured on TV’s ‘Victorian Farm’. Leaving here we have a pleasant drive along Wenlock Edge to take a break in Much Wenlock before returning to the hotel. Day 5 We depart after a leisurely breakfast and make our way home.
An interesting selection of attractions is offered on this tour, the highlight being a visit to the National Brewery Centre in Burton on Trent, with a tasting! We feature a stately home and a preserved railway along with a visit to a National Trust property with a difference. Day 1 Depart from your home and travel to Derbyshire arriving at our hotel late afternoon for a 4 nights stay. Day 2 This morning we make our way north to the Derwent Valley and Duffield. Here we join the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway for a ride through picturesque countryside to Wirksworth. Re-joining the coach we make our way to Matlock, a delightful Peak District town where we have time for lunch. Our afternoon visit is to Kedleston Hall, a 1760’s mansion designed as a show palace with lavish décor, paintings, furniture and sculptures. Set in 820 acres of beautiful parkland, ideal for a relaxing stroll before ending the visit at the café and shop. Day 3 We enjoy a leisurely breakfast before we leave and head south for Burton- on-Trent and enjoy a ‘Full Flagon Tour’ with knowledgeable guide. The tour takes us around the historic museum as we celebrate the history, art and fun of brewing through an interactive experience culminating in a tasting session in the elegant Brewery Tap bar where you can sample some of the award-winning ales brewed on site. A not to be missed attraction. Day 4 Our first visit today is to Calke Abbey, in Derbyshire. In the care of the National Trust, Calke has been left in a state of disrepair and negligence with little restoration and tells the story of the dramatic decline of a grand country-house estate. Outside there are beautiful yet faded walled gardens, orangery and kitchen gardens to explore. From here we finish the day with a look at nearby Melbourne Hall Garden – The City of Melbourne in Australia takes its name from here. Day 5 After breakfast we leave and head for home.
AT A GLANCE ] National Brewery Tour ] Kedleston Hall ] Calke Abbey ] Ecclesbourne Valley Railway The Derby Mickleover Hotel
AT A GLANCE ] West Midlands Safari Park ] Acton Scott Working Farm ] RAF Cosford Aerospace Museum The Stourport Manor Hotel
The Derby Mickleover Hotel, Signature Collection by Best Western is just a short drive from Derby, close to the Peak District. This modern hotel offers stylish and contemporary accommodation. Facilities include a bar, restaurant, indoor swimming pool, gym, sauna, steam room, spa bath and whirlpool. All the bedrooms are ensuite and have television, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift. www.bestwestern.co.uk
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The Stourport Manor Hotel, Sure Collection by Best Western is a delightful country house hotel set in 23 acres of grounds. Formerly the home of Prime Minister Sir Stanley Baldwin, hotel facilities include leisure centre with indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and spa. All bedrooms are en suite and have television, telephone and tea & coffee making facilities. www.bestwestern.co.uk
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