Day excursions

Audley End House and Gardens is the best place in England to discover how a great house worked in the past. You can explore the great hall, state rooms and intimate private apartments, all decorated with fine furniture and works of art. The grounds at Audley End were designed by Capability Brown, so there’s acres of beautiful, award winning parkland to explore too.

We begin our day with a visit to Tonbridge Castle where an interesting audio tour awaits. Unravel a story of kings and archbishops, tyrants and heroes, murderers and mercenaries who have helped write 900 years of English history. On this ancient site and inside these weathered stone walls history comes alive for young and old. Following our visit we make the short trip to The Black Horse in Pembury for a delightful 2 course lunch. Following lunch, we travel onto Tunbridge Wells for a short while before returning home. Please note that access to the castle is via a steep hill and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.

Join us as we travel to the fantastic Woburn Safari Park. We will begin the adventure with a Road Safari drive through sweeping parkland reserves, where you’ll see wonderful wild animals with the freedom to roam in acres and acres of beautiful countryside. The route finishes up in the Foot Safari where you can walk around and visit smaller mammals and watch fascinating keeper talks and demonstrations.

We explore the beautiful Essex countryside and villages before arriving at Paper Mill Lock, near Chelmsford. We then board our boat and enjoy a cruise along the glorious Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation. A cream tea will also be served whilst onboard.

Henley-on-Thames is one of the most beautiful towns in England and is internationally renowned for its annual Regatta, but offers so much more. After some time wandering the town, we board our boat to explore the beauty and history of the River Thames from the luxurious, glass encased saloon of Hibernia! On board you will receive delightful refreshments. A cash bar is available for further refreshments.