Explore the rolling countryside of the Cotswolds, with six English Gardens visits - as well as an exclusive Q&A with TV farmer, Adam Henson at his rare breeds farm.

The Cotswolds epitomise the quintessential British countryside. Famed for its rolling hills, honey-coloured stone buildings and country pubs, you'll get to fully explore this beautiful region on this tour.

Enjoy visits to some of the Cotswolds' finest gardens, including Batsford Arboretum, Sezincote House and Gardens, and Painswick Rococo Garden - as well as two properties: Sudeley Castle and Gardens and Chedworth Roman Villa. You'll also pay a visit to Daylesford Organic in Bamford which has a farm shop, café, bar and restaurant and sells homewares, antiques, garden furniture, plants and more.

However, the highlight of your tour will be an exclusive visit to the Cotswolds Farm Park, where owner Adam Henson will deliver a private talk about his conservation work and sustainable farming and Q&A. You'll also enjoy a very special lunch and time to explore his rare breeds farm.

Afternoon tea is another much-loved pastime and your trip will conclude with the indulgent treat at the Cotswold House Hotel in Chipping Campden, with further time exploring pretty market towns.

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Adam Henson
TV farmer

Adam Henson is possibly the UK's best-known farmer, often presenting Countryfile from his Cotswold Farm Park. Adam took over from his father in 1999 and now welcomes more than 100,000 visitors a year to his farm, which is home to herds of British rare breeds.

Price includes

  • Explore the Cotswolds, taking in honey-stone villages such as Broadway and Chipping Campden
  • Meet Adam Henson at his Cotswolds Farm Park, where you'll enjoy a lunch with a private talk, Q&A, and an opportunity to get your copy of his book signed (book not included)
  • Visit Batsford Arboretum, home to one of the largest private tree collections in the country
  • Explore several of the Cotswolds' glorious gardens, including Painswick Rococo Garden and Sezincote Gardens
  • Visit Daylesford Farm, where you can drink and dine and browse the farm, garden, homeware, plant and antique shops
  • Tuck into a quintessential afternoon tea in Chipping Campden at the charming Cotswold House Hotel
  • Stay four nights at a comfortable and conveniently located four-star hotel with spa
  • Special offer: No solo supplement
  • Price includes £100pp discount

Also included: Four breakfasts, two dinners, and one lunch

Room upgrades and additional nights available on request

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Itinerary

  1. Day
    1
    Arrive in the Cotswolds
    Tewkesbury, United Kingdom

    Today you'll arrive at your hotel, Hilton Puckrup Hall in Tewkesbury, and check in. You'll enjoy welcome drinks in the evening, followed by a talk from your tour manager and dinner at the hotel.

    Meals - Dinner
  2. Day
    2
    Sezincote House and Batsford Arboretum
    Batsford Arboretum, United Kingdom

    This morning you'll depart for Sezincote House and Gardens, an estate with a wonderfully elegant house inspired by Indian palaces, with both Hindu and Muslim architectural influences to be admired. You'll have a guided tour of the house and then the opportunity to explore the gardens at your leisure.

    In the afternoon you'll depart Sezincote and drive to Moreton in Marsh for free time and lunch (at own expense) before arriving at Batsford Arboretum, where you'll have an introduction to the gardens followed by time to explore independently. Afterwards, you'll make a stop at Daylesford Farm Shop on your way back to the hotel.

    Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
  3. Day
    3
    Cotswolds Farm Park
    Cheltenham, United Kingdom

    This morning you'll visit Cheltenham and take a guided walking tour of the town. In the afternoon it's time to visit the wonderful Cotswolds Farm Park where you'll enjoy a delicious buffet lunch as Adam Henson answers your questions about farm life during an entertaining Q&A. After lunch you'll have time to explore the Cotswolds Farm Park.

    Meals - Breakfast, Lunch
  4. Day
    4
    Painswick Rococo Gardens
    Painswick, United Kingdom

    This morning you'll head to Painswick Rococo Gardens where you'll enjoy a free flow visit. Afterwards, you'll have some free time to get lunch before heading on to Chedworth Roman Villa, where you'll enjoy a guided tour.

    Meals - Breakfast
  5. Day
    5
    Sudeley Castle and Gardens
    Chipping Campden, United Kingdom

    This morning you'll visit Sudeley Castle and Gardens, a stunning private castle with royal connections spanning a thousand years.

    In the afternoon you'll head to Broadway where you'll have some free time to explore. Once you've worked up an appetite it's on to Chipping Campden, one of the Cotswolds' loveliest market towns, and the Cotswold House Hotel where you'll have a delicious and filling afternoon tea.

    Meals - Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation

Hilton Puckrup

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Tewkesbury, United Kingdom

This lovely four-star hotel in Tewkesbury on the edge of the Cotswolds is set in 140 acres and boasts comfortable rooms, a rejuvenating spa, pool, health club and Championship Golf course. You’ll be in prime position to explore the picturesque countryside and take in Tewkesbury Abbey, which is just 10 minutes from the door.

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