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Visit 3 vineyards listed. Wine Tours of Kent offer guided tours exploring the Kent countryside to discover some of England's award winning Vineyards and wineries. We offer Wine Tours to cater for the curious right up to wine buffs alike. Tours include transport, wine guide, 3 vineyard visits, wine tastings at each stop and country pub lunch or vineyard lunch.

This a truly relaxing experience, chill out to great music and try some amazing Brazilian dishes cooked by our very own Brazilian chef accompanied by our superb Oastbrook wine. This is a Brazilian saturday afternoon tradition. What better way to end your day with your friends and family in Oastbrook's beautiful tasting room.

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

If you have a long layover or time to spare before your flight from London Gatwick Airport, head to the No1 Lounge in the South Terminal for a place to relax away from the crowded gates. This admission pass includes access to the lounge's food buffet with hot and cold items, bar, pantry snacks, Wi-Fi, charging points, magazines, sports lounge, bistro, and kid-free library. Watch planes take off while you wait and board your own flight feeling refreshed.

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

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.

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.

What better than to explore wild foods in a historic town? The foods you will see would have been used regularly in medieval England. Learn to forage for yourself so you can save on plastics, money, and explore flavours that are not available in today's genetically engineered foods. Learn about the ancestors of the foods you eat today, and discover the similarities and differences between plants in the same families. Enjoy uthe unique taste of a wild inspired, foraged, and very seasonal meal!

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.

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. 

With your ticket, discover Oxford with unlimited access to our flexible walking tours. You can join and leave our circuits as you please; escorted by local experts who are on hand to meet you throughout the day. Using our app, simply track your nearest guide and begin to discover countless visitor hotspots, including University of Oxford, Radcliffe Camera, Carfax Tower and Oxford Castle. Enjoy fascinating storytelling from your guide as you explore, and immerse yourself in Oxford’s quaint and charming streets. Best-known for housing one of the world’s most prestigious universities, the city also has exciting stories to tell surrounding history and literature, with plenty of visitor attractions to explore. Hop-off your guided tour and self-guide whenever you wish; enjoying multilingual audio commentary, suggested walking itineraries, pinpointing your favourite sights and discovering photo hotspots, all offline, day or night - it couldn't be easier!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sample local gins to international rums whilst learning the culture and history of 1932 and some interesting facts about the history of the surrounding area. It's the perfect way to spend an evening, talking about the exciting flavours & pairings of your G&T or exploring how delicate & versatile rum can really be with expert advice from our mixologists you wouldn't find anywhere else.