A voyage of discovery into this lovely region of the country featuring a variety of captivating attractions with pioneering backgrounds…….some more unexpected than others.
All aboard with a visit to STEAM where the story is told of the men and women who built, operated and travelled on the Great Western Railway thanks to the engineering genius of Isambard Kingdom Brunel.
Bowood House and Gardens, home to the Lansdowne family since 1754 and where in 1774 Dr Joseph Priestley isolated oxygen. See the exhibition rooms and the wonderful gardens surrounding the Georgian House radiating colour throughout the seasons.
Experience a full day in Bath with an introductory walking tour and time to explore this great Roman city at your own pace.
Sir Peter Scott was a visionary in championing worldwide wildlife conservation. At WWT Slimbridge step back in time at the Scott House Museum or venture further along the many paths to experience the wildlife of the Severn estuary. A discovery that changed the world took place at Dr Jenner’s House who left the ongoing legacy of vaccination. Explore the home and garden, containing many of the herbs he would have used.
Staying at 4 star Blunsdon House Hotel, Broad Blunsdon, BW Premier Collection
A welcoming and well-presented hotel situated in a quiet village just north of Swindon. Featuring 108 spacious, comfortable bedrooms divided between the main hotel and the Pavillion. Attractive bar with views over the garden, restaurant and leisure facilities including an indoor pool. There is a lift.
Tour Includes:
4 nights half board with full English buffet breakfast and three course, choice dinner with tea and coffee. Greeted with tea and coffee on arrival. Porter Service. On site coach parking. Admission to STEAM, Swindon. Admission to Bowodd House and Gardens. Introductory walking tour of Bath. Admission to WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre. Guided tour of Dr Jenner's House.
