ENGLAND
5 DAYS from £387
Black Country Living Museum
Gorge on the Black Country’s Historic Museums This delightful tour is a real showcase of the Black Country and Shropshire with visits to the extraordinary Black Country Living Museum, Wightwick Manor House and Ironbridge Gorge, as well as a lovely River Severn cruise. We also visit the incredible British Ironwork Centre and spend time in charming Shrewsbury.
Blists Hill Victorian Street
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Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Black Country Museum & Wightwick This morning we make our way to the Black Country Living Museum , one of the most extraordinary open-air museums in the UK, offering a glimpse into 300 years of history like no other. Set in 26 acres, we discover the story of the industrial revolution and the Black Country folk who changed the world. In the afternoon, we visit Wightwick Manor & Gardens . Pronounced “Wittick”, the house is a family home full of Pre-Raphaelite art and William Morris interiors. Day 3 River Severn Cruise & Ironbridge Gorge Museums Today, we travel to Shrewsbury to take a cruise on the River Severn on a triple deck modern boat. Our 45 minute return cruise takes us from Victoria Quay to English Bridge and offers plenty of photo opportunities and lovely views as we head out and an entertaining commentary from the captain as we return. Hot and cold drinks and snacks can be purchased on board. In the afternoon we visit Blists Hill Victorian Town within the Ironbridge Gorge Museums . This living museum vividly re-enacts life in Ironbridge from the early 1700s to the Victorian era. Alternatively you could choose to visit the Coalport China Museum, Broseley Pipeworks or the Darby Houses instead (please note that time will not allow visits to multiple sites) . We complete our day by viewing the Iron Bridge itself. Day 4 British Ironwork Centre & Shrewsbury or RAF Museum Midlands This morning we visit the British Ironwork Centre (free entry), the UK’s largest centre for decorative metal work known for its Spoon Gorilla, made from
40,000 spoons; Knife Angel, made from over 100,000 seized blades; and Manchester Bee, made entirely of firearms. After admiring the thought-provoking Sculpture Park, we make our way to the market town of Shrewsbury where we spend the afternoon exploring at leisure. OR Alternatively, visit the fascinating RAF Museum Midlands with an exclusive private guided highlights tour followed by free time in the historic county town of Shrewsbury. Famed for its Tudor centre lined with quaint half-timbered houses and medieval castle housing the Shropshire Regimental Museum. Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we make our way home. INCLUSIONS • Entrance to Black Country Living Museum • Entrance to Wightwick Manor & Gardens • Return 45-minute Severn River cruise • Entrance to Blists Hill Ironbridge Gorge Museums • Entrance to British Ironwork Centre (free entry) or RAF Museum Midlands
Mercure Telford Centre Hotel Forgegate, Telford
This modern hotel is conveniently located close to shopping, restaurants, bars and the Ironbridge Gorge. All 153 comfortable bedrooms are modern in design and contain a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The restaurant is well-sized with plenty of light whilst the bar offers a relaxed setting in which to enjoy a drink, and there are 3 lounge areas. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and gym. • Lift • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge 4 Nights Half Board Twin from £387pp Double for Sole Use Supplement from £141 Based on Monday arrivals
HOW ABOUT? A lunch stop at Ye Olde Punchbowl or Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre. Ask your Account Manager for details.
3 nights stays also available (based on Friday arrival)
HOW ABOUT? An exciting range of events are available throughout the year including Christmas at Blists Hill and Fireworks. Ask your Account Manager for details.
Wightwick Manor
Iron Bridge
British Ironwork Centre
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