The MAPLEDURHAM Experience
& River Thames Cruise
| Mapeldurham House is an Elizabethan Manor House idyllically situated between the River Thames and sheltered by the Chilterne Hills. After centuries of turmoil visitors can now experience a more peaceful setting and enjoy a house full of treasures and history, including magnificent collections of paintings, furniture, the great oak staircases and original plaster ceilings. The house has many literary and film connections – The Forstythe Saga, The Wind in the Willows and Midsomer Murders to name a few. The estate also offers a working 15th century watermill, the beautiful St Margret’s Church, Old Manor Tea Rooms and extensive riverside Country Park. Todays entry ticket includes all of these attractions and also admission to the annual Mapledurham Craft & Food Fair – over 100 exhibitors offering something for everyone! Soak up the history and sights, sample some gastronomic delights, peruse art, craft , fashion and design…. |
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Later that afternoon we meet at the Mapledurham Boat Landing Stage where we shall join a 45 minute cruise on the majestic River Thames. The trip passes through "Wind in the Willows" country and the scenery of the "Forsythe Saga". Relax as the boat winds its way downstream to Caversham Bridge, a picturesque stretch of this historic river. The coach will be waiting here to collect you for the journey homewards. A special day out in atime honoured tradition!!
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SUNDAY 4th MAY 2008
OUTLINE ITINERARY –
Depart from Chickerell 07:40 – Portland 08:00 – Weymouth 08:30 – Dorchester 08:55
Winchester Services for coffee break – 45 mins. Drop at Mapledurham 12:00 noon. (5 hour stay)
17:00 Boat departs Mapledurham Landing Stage for 45 minute cruise on the River Thames.
Arrive Caversham Bridge at 17:45 approx. Coach departs at 18:00. 15 min comfort stop en-route.
Return to Weymouth by 21:00 approx.
Tour Price : £35 Adult, £34 OAP, £29 Child
Inclusive of Coach Fare, Entry to Mapledurham House, Mill & Craft Fair and Boat Cruise
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