Kent - High Seas and Cream Teas
Kents naval history represents one of the most important chapters in England's story and has protected to realm since medieval times
Kents naval history represents one of the most important chapters in England's story and has protected to realm since medieval times
Throughout history Kent’s strategic position as the gateway to England has shaped its military and maritime significance. On the frontline since medieval times Kents naval history represents one of the most important chapters in England’s story. The dockyards, air-bases and coastal defences have protected the realm and projected British power across the globe for over 400 years. Combining this legacy with a couple of delicious cream teas you have a sure-fire crowd pleaser!
ITINERARY
Monday - Morning departure from Dorset with refreshment stops as appropriate to arrive at our hotel that afternoon. A welcome drink while the bags are portered, then enjoy a delicious 3 course dinner.
Tuesday - Visit the Historic Dockyard Chatham, Britains richest maritime history destination. Covering 80 acres, the exhibits span 400 years of shipbuilding heritage. Amongst the activities you can explore a Cold War submarine, WW2 destroyer, Victorian sloop, Dockyard Railway and find out how rope was made during a Victorian Ropery Tour
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Wednesday - Visit the home of time at Greenwich. There will be opportunity to explore such attractions as Greenwich Park, The Royal Observatory or Old Naval College. This afternoon make a self-guided tour of the famous Cutty Sark, the historic tea clipper that broke speed records. Learn about the romance, danger and adventure of life at sea. After your tour enjoy a cream tea sitting directly under the ships gleaming copper hull - something special!
Thursday - Today visit Chartwell, the family home of Sir Winston Churchill, which remains much as it was and provides an insight into one of Britains greatest leaders. House, gallery, gardens and woodland walks. This afternoon visit Biggin Hill Memorial Museum - our 1 hour guided tour traces the story of RAF Biggin Hill through the personal experiences of those who served there. There are exhibitions, collections, galleries, gardens and the St Georges RAF Chapel of Remembrance to visit. Another cream tea is provided in the vintage themed café - enjoy.
Friday - A final nautical treat - we shall visit the historic city-port of Portsmouth on our way homewards. Return to Dorset late that afternoon.
B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
BRIDGEWOOD MANOR HOTEL, Chatham
A warm welcome awaits you at the charming 4 star Bridgewood Manor conveniently located between Rochester and Maidstone and sitting perfectly for our intended visits. Each of the 100 bedrooms is equipped with private bathroom with free toiletries, hairdryer, television, iron, phone, tea tray and free wifi. Guests have free use of the extensive leisure facilities which includes an indoor heated pool, sauna, steam room and gym. Squires Restaurant provides a varied menu of delicious dishes using fresh local seasonal ingredients. There is a large lounge bar in which to socialise and a pretty outdoor courtyard to enjoy. A lift serves all floors.
5 Days / £670.00 Per Person SRS: £140.00
Holiday Highlights : All coach travel, 4 nights hotel accommodation, Half board meals, Entry to Chatham Dockyard, Entry to Cutty Sark, Entry to Chartwell, Entry to Biggin Hill Museum, 2 x Cream teas.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Beaminster Area | Convenient local point in Beaminster to be advised |
| Blandford Area | Convenient local point in Blandford to be advised |
| Bournemouth Area | Convenient point in Bournemouth to be advised |
| Branksome Area | Convenient point in Branksome to be advised |
| Bridport Area | Convenient local point in Bridport to be advised |
| Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, Fortuneswell, Portland |
| Charlestown | The Alexandra Inn, Chickerell Road, Charlestown |
| Chickerell | Bluebird Garage, Chickerell Road |
| Corfe Castle | Convenient point in Corfe Castle to be advised |
| Courtlands | Portland, Courtlands bus stop |
| Dorchester South Station | Dorchester South Station bus stop |
| Dorchester TOT | Top O'Town Car Park (by cafe), Dorchester |
| Easton | Easton Square, Portland |
| Ferndown Area | Convenient local point in Ferndown to be advised |
| Foords Corner | Foords Corner bus stop, Wyke Regis |
| Jestys Avenue | Bus stop end of Jestys Avenue on Littlemoor Road |
| Littlemead | Broadwey, Littlemead bus stop (Swan Inn) |
| Littlemoor Road Finches | Littlemoor Road, The Finches bus stop |
| Lodmoor Hill | Lodmoor Hill Bus Stop (near Post Office) |
| Lyme Regis | Convenient local point in Lyme Regis to be advised |
| Lyndale bus stop | Wyke Regis, Lyndale Bus Stop |
| Nottington | Broadwey, Nottington Corner bus stop |
| Poole Area | Convenient local point in Poole to be advised |
| Poundbury QMSE | Poundbury Queen Mother Square bus stop (Coach heading into Dorchester) |
| Radipole | Spa Hotel bus stop, Radipole |
| Redlands | Redlands, Opposite Garage |
| Ringwood Area | Convenient local point in Ringwood to be advised |
| Rodwell | Rodwell Traffic Lights, Rodwell Rd/Rodwell Ave |
| Sgt Bunn | St Bunn Bakery, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| Sherborne Area | Convenient local point in Sherborne to be advised |
| Southwell | Portland, Southwell, Opposite Eight Kings Inn |
| St Edmunds Church | St Edmunds Church, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| St Johns Church | Weymouth, St Johns Church, outside Dentist |
| St Nicholas Church | Southlands Road bus stop on Buxton Road, Weymouth (former St Nicholas Church) |
| Sturminster Newton Area | Convenient point in Stur. Newton to be advised |
| Swanage Area | Convenient local point in Swanage to be advised |
| To be advised | To be advised - Approx. 2 weeks before travel |
| Upton Area | Convenient local point in Upton to be advised |
| Victoria Square | Victoria Square bus stop, Portland |
| Wareham Area | Convenient local point in Wareham to be advised |
| Westwey Road | Westwey Rd, Magistrates Court, Weymouth |
| Weymouth Bluebird | Weymouth, Outside Bluebird Office, K1 bus stop |
| Wimborne Area | Convenient local point in Wimborne to be advised |
| Wool Area | Convenient local point in Wool to be advised |
| Wyke Smuggler | Smugglers Inn, Wyke Regis |
| Yeovil Area | Convenient local point in Yeovil to be advised |
