Situated on a ridge overlooking the beautiful Vale of Nailsea, Tyntesfield was inspired and remodelled by John Norton in 1864 for William Gibbs, a successful merchant. This magnificent Victorian country house, bristling with towers and turrets is being restored in public view. It survives intact with an unrivalled collection of Victorian decorative arts, an insight into life below stairs and a sumptuously decorated private chapel. The estate also includes rolling parkland, formal gardens and a wonderful walled kitchen garden. We have also included a visit to the smallest city of Wells, with its Cathedral dating back to 1180 and a wealth of history and architecture.

Hotel:  Hilton Bristol ****
All rooms are en suite with hospitality tray, direct dial telephone, television, hairdryer and lift to all floors. Living Well Health Club has swimming pool, sauna, spa, steam room and fitness suite.

Includes:
• All travel by executive touring coach                   • Tyntesfield***
• 2 nights half-board accommodation                 • Snowshill Manor***

Supplement: Single Room £36                             Deposit: £30
Insurance: £17 or with excess waiver £22          Departure Code: C2

***Special discount if National Trust member.
National Trust members will be discounted £17.50 for the entry to Tyntesfield and Snowshill. This must be claimed at the time of booking, membership cards must be shown at the time of entry.

Day 1:   Departing local areas we head towards Marlborough for lunch and Lacock for afternoon tea before continuing to our hotel.


Day 2:   A morning visit to Tyntesfield House, the spectacular Victorian Gothic Revival country house now being restored for the 21st century. After lunch we drive to ‘England’s smallest city’ - Wells. Lying on the southern edge of the Mendip Hills with a wealth of historical interest and beautiful architecture.


Day 3:   Returning homewards with a visit to Snowshill Manor, set on a hillside above the Vale of Evesham, home to a remarkable collection of 22,000 objects from across the world, stroll amongst the terraced gardens designed as a series of rooms. Returning to local areas early evening.