This tour takes us to some glorious gardens in the
south of England, an impressive working Estate,
market towns and amazing aeroplanes! From our
base in Epping Forest, we travel south to the Roman
City of St Albans with its stunning Cathedral which
dates back to 1077, with a visit to the Royal Air
Force Museum, home to over 85 aircraft and a wide
variety of exhibitions. We head to the seaside resort
of Southend-on-Sea, a traditional seaside with a
famous pier and a mile long railway, continuing on to
the RHS Garden Hyde Hall, one of the finest gardens
in the east of England, located among rolling hills
with panoramic views. We also visit Cambridge, a
beautiful university city, steeped in history with
spectacular architecture, continuing on to Wimpole
Estate, an impressive mansion, where intimate
rooms contrast with beautiful and unexpected
Georgian interiors, stroll around the colourful parterre
garden & wander through the Pleasure Grounds to
the Walled garden or visit Home Farm, a traditional
farmyard with a noisy modern piggery and cattle
sheds.
Marriott Hotel Waltham Abbey is set in a tranquil
location within the woodlands of Epping Forest. All
guestrooms are en suite & offer the usual
refinements including TV, WiFi, telephone &
refreshment facilities. Our stay is on a half board
basis. This hotel also boasts a Spa, complete with a
swimming pool & fully fitted gymnasium.