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South West England Bristol, Bath & The Cotswolds Itinerary sample 3 days
Day 1 - Bristol Arrive The closest arrival airport is Bristol Airport
Bristol Street Art Tour Join one of the street art tours to explore central Bristol and the creative quarter of Stokes Croft, an area resembling an outdoor gallery with colourful graffiti that continually transforms its walls and buildings. Work created by the famous artist Banksy can be viewed on the city walls. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)7748632663 For information on group and private tour bookings, please view the website: www.wherethewall.com/private-tours
Bristol Floating Harbour & Brunel’s ss Great Britain Bristol has a rich maritime history due to the city creating a floating harbour, connecting to the sea via the tidal river Avon. Experience what life on the high seas was like onboard Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s famous world-changing ship, ss Great Britain. You can even ‘Go Aloft’ and climb the mainmast and see a unique view of Bristol from almost 30 metres above ground. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44(0)1179 260 680 To find out more about group visits and bookings, please visit the website: www.ssgreatbritain.org/your-visit/group-visits
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St Nicholas Market Established in 1743 St Nicholas Market is the oldest and best loved market in Bristol. This vibrant and buzzing market place can be found in the heart of the old city, which is full of fantastic examples of Georgian Architecture. Wonder around the maze of small stalls showcasing anything from clothing, gifts, cards, art, textiles and leather, to sweets and chocolate and jewelry, and soak up the delights of this vibrant and buzzing marketplace; take the opportunity to buy some of the best local produce and gifts from local, independent traders. www.stnicholasmarketbristol.co.uk The street food stalls and small restaurants in the arcade are a real treat for lunch and a wonderful experience on your visit to Bristol. http://visitbristol.co.uk/food-and-drink/st-nicholas-market-p444463
Hot Air Balloon Ride For a truly memorable experience, glide over some of the most beautiful towns and countryside in the UK on a hot air balloon. If you visit the country in the August, you can join the amazing Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, Europe’s largest ballooning event, and fly with up to 140 balloons. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)117 947 1030 Website: www.bristolballoons.co.uk
Alternative: The Matthew Sail on the historic replica ship, The Matthew, for the perfect seeing adventure of the city of Bristol waterfront attractions and key points along the harbourside. The Matthew can cater for groups of up to 40 people and journeys along the river take around an hour. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)117 927 6868 Website: www.matthew.co.uk/trips
Dinner Poco Poco is an ethical restaurant that sources local produce as sustainably as possible. Food is locally inspired, with dishes such as rhubarb and pork tagine, Plymouth squid and chips and scrambled eggs with mutton merguez and harissa. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)117 923 2233 Website: www.eatpoco.com
Wallfish Bristo One of the restaurants belonging to the late departed chef, Keith Floyd, serves seafood on the menu that changes daily Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)117 9735 435 Website: www.wallfishbistro.co.uk
The Lido The restaurant is situated on the old viewing gallery of the Clifton Pool. The design retains the original character features of the Victorian building with modern floor to ceiling windows, allowing great views over the pool. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)117 332 3970 Website: www.lidobristol.com/restaurant
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Mercure Bristol Holland House Hotel & Spa Conserving energy is a priority for the Mercure Bristol Holland House Hotel & Spa in Bristol, west England. In addition to its sensor activated lights and guest recycling schemes it offers guests free bicycle rental as an eco-friendly way to explore the maritime city. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)117 319 9004 Website: www.mercure.com/gb/hotel-6698-mercure-bristol-holland-house-hotel-andspa/index.shtml
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel The magnificent Victorian-style hotel is located adjacent to the Bristol Cathedral. Relax in guest suites, which offer deluxe amenities and contemporary comforts. Unwind after a day of exploration in Bristol with a specialty cocktail from the Club Bar or a soothing massage at our hotel's luxury spa. Telephone: +44 (0)117 9255100 Website: www.travelagents.marriott.com/travelagents
DAY 2 - Bath Transfer
Train: Bristol Temple Meads to Bath Spa is a 15 minute journey Road: Bristol to Bath is a 35 minute journey by road
Bath Royal Crescent Georgian architecture that Bath is most famous for, sweeping terraces such as the Royal Crescent, with classical facades in warm, golden-hued Bath stone. The architecture stems from the 18th century boom in the city, when it became a fashionable spa resort during the time of the famous author, Jane Austen. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)1225 428 126 Website: http://no1royalcrescent.org.uk/planning-your-visit/groups-2/
Spa Treatment Enjoy Britain's only natural thermal waters, as the Celts and Romans did over 2000 years ago. Thermae Bath Spa is an award-winning day spa, combining the 'old and new'. You can enjoy the view over the city from the rooftop pool. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)1225 331234 Website: www.thermaebathspa.com
Lunch
The Roman Baths Kitchen Sitting in a prime position surrounded by the iconic Bath Abbey and the elegant Roman Baths, the Roman Baths Kitchen is a stunning Georgian townhouse that has been lovingly and respectfully transformed into a contemporary eatery, celebrating the very best of West Country produce. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)1225 477877 Website: www.romanbaths.co.uk/roman-baths-kitchen
Afternoon Tea at The Pump Room The Pump Room Restaurant in Bath is one of the city’s most elegant places to enjoy stylish, modern-British cuisine. The venue provides the perfect historical setting for groups to enjoy traditional afternoon tea Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)1225 444477 Website: www.romanbaths.co.uk/pump-room-restaurant
Roman Baths The Roman Baths is one of the finest historic sites in Northern Europe. Personal guided tours and talks for groups of up to 15 people offer a unique insight into the Roman Baths and its history. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)1225 477785 Website: www.romanbaths.co.uk/private-guided-tourstalks
Bath Abbey Bath Abbey sits in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site city and provides a wonderful birds-eye view of Bath. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)1225 303 310 Website: www.bathabbey.org/visiting-abbey/educational-visits
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The Gainsborough Bath Spa Launched in July, the UK’s first hotel to feature its own natural thermal water spa, The Gainsborough Bath Spa has revealed its ‘Bath Circuit’ concept. Tapping into the city’s subterranean springs, extolled for their healing properties since ancient Rome, the 99-room luxury hotel has reimagined traditional bathhouses with a contemporary twist. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)1225 358 888 Website: www.thegainsboroughbathspa.co.uk/pages/special-offers.html
The Bath Priory The Bath Priory Hotel, Restaurant and Spa is a luxury hotel located close to the Georgian city of Bath. Guests can take the opportunity to indulg in our Michelin Star restaurant which serves superb modern European cuisine, or for more causal dining, guests can visit The Pantry. To unwind after exploring the city of Bath, the in-house Garden Spa offers a wide range of treatments. Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01225 331 922 Website: www.thebathpriory.co.uk
Day 3 – The Cotswolds
Transfer Travel from Bath to Lacock Abbey is a 40 minute journey by road
Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum and Village Discover 800 years of history at Lacock Abbey and village. Lacock Abbey was originally an abbey and nunnery, and you can visit the atmospheric medieval cloisters where scenes of any films and TV productions have been filmed, including Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and The Other Boleyn Girl.
Lacock Abbey became a Tudor family home, whose last owners were the Talbots. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)1249 730459 Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lacock-abbey-fox-talbot-museum-and-village
Transfer Travel from Locock Abbey to Highgrove is a 50 minute journey by road
Highgrove Royal Gardens The Royal home of the Prince of Wales opens the grounds and gardens to visitors. The two hour garden tour takes groups through a series of individual gardens and brings to life the horticultural ideas of The Prince. During April, the gardens are celebrated with a week-long festival Email: [email protected] Website: www.highgrovegardens.com/group-garden-tours.html
Transfer Travel from Highgrove to Tetbury is a 5 minute journey by road
Lunch Tetbury Situated in the 'Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty', the thriving market town of Tetbury is one of the most beautiful Cotswold. The town is also major centre for antiques. Stop for lunch at The Royal Oak Pub, a traditional Cotswolds Inn, situated in the centre triangle of the Tetbury Emial: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)1666 50002 Website: http://theroyaloaktetbury.co.uk
Transfer Travel from Highgrove to Daylesford is a 1 hour journey by road
Lunch
Daylesford Organic farm, shop and cookery school Visit one of the most sustainable farms in the UK, where food is grown, farmed, produced and sold food according to sustainable principles. Products are sold by the luxury department store Selfridges and in the farm shop, located on the estate. Enjoy a healthy and tasty lunch and/or take a half day cookery class. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)1608 731 620 Website: http://daylesfordcookeryschool.co.uk
Transfer Travel from Daylesford to Sudeley Castle is a 30 minute journey by road Travel from Tetbury to Sudeley Castle is a 50 minute journey by road
Sudeley Castle A new visitor centre will open at the fairytale-like Sudeley Castle in the Cotswolds, in 2016. The castle has royal connections spanning thousands of years and is the burial place of Henry VIII’s only wife to survive him, Katherine Parr. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)1242 602308 Website: www.sudeleycastle.co.uk
Dinner
The Wheatsheaf Inn, Northleach Originally a coaching inn, the Wheatsheaf will spoil you with a great wine list, good beer and some excellent regional food. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)01451 860244 Website: www.cotswoldswheatsheaf.com
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Lords of the Manor Lords of the Manor sits in a beautiful village setting near the popular Cotswolds towns of Burton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold. Guests can enjoy the 8 acres of lawns and gardens in addition to Michelin-starred dining. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44(0)1451 820243 Website: www.lordsofthemanor.com
Cranbourne House A stylish and self contained Bed and Breakfast in the heart of Bourton-on-the-Water, often referred to as the "Venice of the Cotswolds" because the River Windrush runs right through the centre. Email: [email protected] Telephone: +44 (0)1451 821883 www.cranbournehousebandb.co.uk