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Scafell Pike, Lake District National Park. Photo: Visit Britain / Joe Cornish Herringbone Brickwork Otley Hall. Photo: Caroline Holmes<br />
Natural Treasures<br />
A journey through England’s National Parks<br />
Discover England’s finest landscapes, diverse countryside<br />
and strong rural character, and <strong>the</strong> story of <strong>the</strong> visionary<br />
individuals and campaigning groups who have ensured<br />
<strong>the</strong>y have been saved for future generations. Visit nature<br />
reserves and precious habitats from <strong>the</strong> ancient woodland<br />
of <strong>the</strong> New Forest to <strong>the</strong> craggy peaks of <strong>the</strong><br />
Lake District.<br />
Tour Type:<br />
Journey<br />
The Gloous Gardens<br />
of Eastern England<br />
TOUR<br />
TOUR<br />
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The ‘Dukees’<br />
The great houses of Central England<br />
In a beautifully scenic area of central England four of <strong>the</strong><br />
greatest ducal estates in England sit adjacent to each o<strong>the</strong>r.<br />
Discover <strong>the</strong> fascinating story of how <strong>the</strong>se estates came into<br />
being, insights into <strong>the</strong> rich history of <strong>the</strong> families who lived<br />
and worked on <strong>the</strong>m, with behind <strong>the</strong> scenes<br />
access to reveal how <strong>the</strong>se heritage<br />
properties survive in <strong>the</strong> 21st century.<br />
Tour Type:<br />
Immersion<br />
TOUR<br />
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The Portland Collection. Photo: Welbeck Estates<br />
The cradle of <strong>the</strong> constitution to contemporary<br />
expressions of individual taste<br />
On <strong>the</strong> altar of St Edmund’s Abbey <strong>the</strong> rebel Barons swore<br />
an oath that King John should sign <strong>the</strong> Magna Carta.<br />
400 years later, Bartholomew Gosnold sailed on Godspeed<br />
to ‘discover’ Cape Cod. Based in Bury St<br />
Edmunds, this tour has time to explore its<br />
ruins, <strong>the</strong>atre and brewery as well as <strong>the</strong><br />
glorious gardens nurtured by <strong>the</strong> rich soils<br />
of Eastern England.<br />
Tour Type:<br />
Immersion<br />
22 / <strong>Telling</strong> <strong>the</strong> stories of England & To book, Call toll free: 1 844 221 3366 or visit www.ukcountrysidetours.com
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