Top South East England Food & Drink

Enjoy an authentic British coastal cooking experience that involves visiting a fisherman’s boat to purchase fresh fish in Hastings, and visiting an organic cattle farm too. The experience introduces you to behind-the-scenes food experiences you likely wouldn’t have alone, such as meeting local fishermen and farmers. Menus vary throughout the seasons, but potential dishes include hot smoked salmon with creamed horseradish, or vegetable ratatouille.

Unique experience of boutique vineyard. Hosted by owner with a fascinating story to tell. Fantastic award winning wines. Opportunity to stay for open bar and meet local people

Get a taste of true English country cooking and hospitality with a lesson at the private Sussex home of a former restaurateur. Help prepare a starter, main dish, and dessert using fresh, seasonal ingredients and recipes handed down from the chef’s mother. When the cookings done, sit down with your host to enjoy the homemade feast and get personal insight into rural English culture.

Spend three days exploring the West Country with a local guide. Visit Stonehenge and a handful of surrounding villages; taste cheddar cheese in the place it was invented; and explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bath, including its famous Roman baths. You can also choose to visit a local falconry, where you'll have the unique opportunity to fly a hawk.

Set sail for a romantic cruise through the heart of Oxford on this 1.5-hour sightseeing cruise, including afternoon tea served on-board. Tuck into traditional English teatime treats like finger sandwiches and scones with jam and clotted cream, as you glide downstream. Following a scenic route along the University Regatta Course, you’ll discover Oxford’s surprising greenery and enjoy marvelous views of the University Boat Houses, Christ Church Meadows and Iffley lock.

Make unforgettable memories in the heart of Oxford on this 2-hour dining experience with evening cruise. Step aboard your vessel as the sun slowly sinks on the horizon, and cruise out onto the Thames River. Sip chilled Prosecco as you wind your way along the tranquil waterway, and gaze out over Christchurch Meadows and the university boathouses. Afterwards, alight at the mooring outside The Folly restaurant and follow the candles and fairy lights to your table. Then, enjoy a delicious 3-course a la carte dinner in the restaurant’s romantic surroundings. 

Get a taste of the high life with this luxury private yacht experience from Lymington. A freshly prepared 2-course meal and Champagne is included, and you’ll have ample time to kick back and relax with your personal group as the crew take care of the yacht. If the weather is good, then grab the chance for a swim near the Isle of Wight, or, if the weather is less than kind, then hunker down with blankets below deck.

Sit back, relax and let us do the driving! Our Kent vineyard tour is the perfect way to experience award-winning vineyards and gastro pubs. Our Tours are educational, informative and enjoyable and a great way to experience the Kent countryside and culture.

See the Sussex countryside in style during a ride on the Bluebell Steam Railway in Brighton. A great introduction to the area for first-time visitors, this activity-packed package also includes a tour of a vineyard and lunch in a traditional British pub. Plus, a guide takes care of all logistics so that you don’t have to.

The south of England is renowned for its world-class sparking wines, and on this full-day, small-group tour, you’ll visit two of Sussex’s most esteemed wineries. Don’t worry about the hassle of planning a countryside trek: round-trip transportation from Brighton is provided via comfortable mini-coach. Admire the region’s characterful scenery as you go, and enjoy tours, talks, and tastings at two local wineries. The tour also includes a traditional pub lunch.

Taste and discover grass-to-glass spirits at TOAD (The Oxford Artisan Distillery.) The 1-hour tour gives you a behind the scenes look at the distilling process, with stops at the Old Threshing Barn, the lab, and the distillery itself.  Your tour is lead by a team member, ensuring an immersive and comprehensive experience. Try two of TOAD’s gins and vodka at the end of your visit.

Enjoy an exclusive small-group visit to a grain-to-glass craft distillery in Oxford. Learn the ins and outs of vodka, gin, and rye whiskey production, distilled in bespoke stills and using ancient grain from the surrounding countryside. Tours include answers to all of your distillery questions, tours of the threshing barn and lab, and three specialty gin and vodka samples.

Explore the Cotswolds without having to drive on this full-day private tour from your chosen north Cotswolds location, such as Oxford or Stratford-upon-Avon. With a private car and driver-guide, simply soak in the scenery as you follow an itinerary tailored to you. Visit manor houses, explore towns and villages such as Stow-in-the-Wold and Minster Lovell; and stop to shop and eat at your leisure—all without transport or parking issues.

Admire the best-known and hidden villages of England’s Cotswolds on this full-day small-group tour from Oxford. Traveling by air-conditioned minivan with a driver-guide, stop to explore villages such as Great Tew and Stow-on-the-Wold, and the hamlets of the Windrush valley. On route, enjoy lunch (own expense) in Burford, stroll around Bourton-on-the-Water, and visit the village and 15th-century ruins of Minster Lovell. Includes transport and central Oxford pickup and drop-off, with entrance fees at your expense.

Turn your transfer from Southampton Cruise Terminal to your London lodgings or the airport into an English adventure on a private 11-hour tour. Relax as comfortable transportation whisks you away from the port and into the English countryside. See highlights in the Lake District and Cotswolds, including filming locations featured in Downton Abbey. Along the way, break for a traditional lunch at a 15th-century pub.

Discover the quintessential charm of the English countryside on a full-day excursion to Stratford-upon-Avon and the Cotswolds from Oxford. With a knowledgeable guide, travel to Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, to discover the rich historical heritage of the area. Stop at Anne Hathaway’s quaint cottage and then discover a selection of charming villages in the Cotswold’s region. Conclude your day with a comprehensive walking tour of Oxford and marvel at the architectural grandeur of the historical university city.

Experience the diversity of Britain’s countryside on a full-day trip to the South Downs National Park and Seven Sisters from Brighton. In a super small group limited to six people, absorb spectacular land and seascapes as you travel between natural landmarks with ease. For a seamless expereince, all entrance fees and round-trip transport are included.

Filled with beachside bars, cocktail clubs, and character-full pubs, Brighton has a nightlife scene that matches its diverse city culture. If you’re new to the city, then head out on this Brighton bar crawl to discover the city’s go-to drinking dens and meet likeminded revelers at the same time. Speedy entry to select venues, discounted drinks, and up to five free shots are included. A pro photographer will also tag along to capture your night out on camera.

The Cotswolds, a picturesque region in England, epitomizes idyllic village life. Visit a trove of thatched cottages, trout farms and tea shops, and centuries-old estates during this small-group guided tour. Highlights include Bibury’s Arlington Row—known as the prettiest street in England—and the real-life backdrop to hit series “Downtown Abbey.”

The Cotswolds are the epitome of classic English countryside: from thatched-roof cottages and riverside hamlets to rolling green hills, the scenery has earned the region an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty designation. This full-day, small-group tour from Oxford makes it easy to see the sights. Traveling by luxury minibus, you’ll venture to some of the Cotswolds’ prettiest villages. As you go, your guide will share facts and stories about the region’s key landmarks and wealth of history.

If you're short on time but want to experience the Cotswolds, book this half-day tour from Oxford. The region is known as an English countryside idyll with its gentle hills and thatched-roof villages, and you'll discover its highlights with the help of a guide. The experience includes sights of all the must-see villages including Bourton-on-the-Water, Asthall, Stow-on-the-Weld, and Woodstock where Sir Winston Churchill was born.

Head into the English countryside to visit Highclere Castle, the site of Downton Abbey, on this day trip from Oxford. You'll have the chance to see where filming took place at the real-life home of the Earl and Countess of Carnarvon and explore the grounds of the castle. Then check out the village of Bampton, which stood as Downton village, where Lady Mary, the rest of the Crawley family, and other characters spent much of their time. Lastly, take a drive through the villages of the northern Cotswolds. A stop for lunch is made at the Swan Inn in Swinbrook (not included).

Spend a day in the Cotswolds with this guided day trip from the city of Oxford. A region of postcard-perfect English villages, green hills, and manor houses, the Cotswolds has been designated as an Area of Outstanding National Beauty. See its highlights with a guide, and discover villages such as Asthall, Swinbrook, and Bourton-on-the-Water -- places that inspired writers and artists with their idyllic appeal. Through the day, you'll enjoy a mix of guided activities and free time to explore at your own pace.

Why spend your Heathrow layover stuck in the airport food court when you can explore London’s top attractions? Take a 6-hour private tour of the capital and create a custom itinerary based on the things that interest you. Visit Big Ben, eat traditional fish and chips, stroll through Covent Garden, and more. Whatever you decide, your private guide is with you every step of the way to ensure an authentic English experience.