A study of ten of Britain’s greatest buildings – their history, architecture, sculpture, stained glass and current life.
Explore Northumberland: the most northerly and sparsely populated county of England and for many a best kept secret.
Wessex: close to our home base, and close to our hearts. We invite you to join us and see why - in this tour of a beautiful region of England, which perfectly encapsulates the history and culture of the country
A self-guided hike from the Cathedral city of Exeter, down to maritime Dartmouth, taking in the Teign Gorge, Chagford, infamous Dartmoor itself, the River Dart, Dartington Hall and Totnes.
The finest country houses and gardens in northern England, from medieval to Victorian, with an emphasis on the eighteenth century.
All aspects of the country house are studied – architecture, furniture, decoration, works of art; gardens and parks; historical context and daily life; conservation and custodianship.
Unrushed: there is plenty of time.
Join us on an exploration of the raw beauty and richly-layered history of this most distinctive English region. Few areas so large come to be defined by a single work of man, but the Wall Country has had a special character since the Romans first set this great work in trail over field, hill, crag and river nearly two thousand years ago.
North East England from Rail Holidays of the World is an exhilarating holiday in United Kingdom. Available from 22 Sep 2025 to 22 Sep 2025 this 8 day trip costs from £1,945.
Take your Great British escorted seaside holiday in the unbeatable company of likeminded mature solo travellers. From your characterful hotel in the heart of Torquay, explore the surrounding areas and learn more about Agatha Christie, who spent much of her life here. Elsewhere, visit the Eden Project for a memorable day out like no other!
A self-guided hike through Dorset, the most English of counties, from Salisbury to the Jurassic Coast at Lyme Regis.
Carefully designed holiday, touring Yorkshire and Hadrian's Wall by train, including the famous Settle-Carlisle railway.
