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4* The Lodge at Bristol: Bowood House & Gardens & RHS Show Bristol
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Bowood & the RHS Bristol Show
A treat for garden lovers, this wonderful two-day break packs in two exceptional and utterly contrasting garden experiences. Begin with a visit to the magnificent Bowood House & Gardens - home to the Lansdowne family since 1754, with breathtaking parkland designed by the legendary 'Capability' Brown, an impressive Arboretum of champion trees, and a gorgeous four-acre secret walled garden bursting with colour. We then settle in at the stylish 4-star Lodge at Bristol, part of the Thwaites hotel group. Day two brings something truly special: the brand new RHS Show Bristol, a pioneering festival celebrating the power of plants, gardening and nature in the heart of the city. With pop-up plant displays, inspiring talks, expert workshops and immersive experiences, all complemented by live music and delicious street food, this exciting new event promises to be a highlight of the gardening calendar. THE LODGE AT BRISTOL **** Thursday 8 July 2027 2 Days £199 per person sharing a twin/double room £40 single supplement Front seat supplement £5 for the duration of the tour Price includes: All coach travel 1 nights dinner, bed & breakfast Admission to Bowood House & Gardens Admission to RHS BristolITINERARY
Day 1
We depart the local area and head south for a truly special visit to the magnificent Bowood House & Gardens in Wiltshire. Steeped in over 250 years of history, Bowood has been the cherished home of the Lansdowne family since 1754, and its grounds are nothing short of breathtaking. Wander through sweeping parkland designed by the great 'Capability' Brown, explore an impressive Arboretum of champion trees, and lose yourself in the four-acre secret walled garden, a hidden gem of meticulously crafted flower beds and glorious seasonal blooms. Visit in early July and you may be lucky enough to catch the spectacular tail end of the rose season in all its glory. We continue south to our hotel for the night, the 4-star Lodge at Bristol, part of the prestigious Thwaites hotel group. Tucked within the grounds of the Aztec Hotel, guests enjoy dinner and breakfast in the Aztec's elegant restaurant and full use of its excellent leisure facilities, the perfect setting to relax after a wonderful day in the gardens.
|Day 2
After a leisurely breakfast, we make our way into the heart of Bristol for a truly exciting and unmissable event: the brand new RHS Show Bristol. Making its spectacular debut this July, the RHS is bringing its magic to the city for the very first time, taking over the vibrant Prospect Building with its two stunning indoor spaces and lively outdoor courtyard. This pioneering urban garden festival celebrates the extraordinary power of plants, gardening and nature in a city setting, with a packed programme of pop-up plant displays, inspiring talks, expert advice, hands-on workshops and immersive experiences, all complemented by live music and a mouth-watering selection of street food. A truly unique and memorable experience, not to be missed. We depart mid-afternoon, arriving home in the early evening.
|PICK-UP POINTS
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour. Please note some pick up points may not be served on all departure dates.
| NAME | PICK-UP TIME | RETURN TIME |
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| Baldock Market Place S | TBA | TBA |
| Bishops Std Rail Station | TBA | TBA |
| Buntingford The Crown PH | TBA | TBA |
| Cambridge Trumpington P&R | TBA | TBA |
| Hitchin S St Marys Sq | TBA | TBA |
| Letchworth Station Rd S | TBA | TBA |
| Newport Stn Rd Bus Stop S | TBA | TBA |
| Royston Bus Station | TBA | TBA |
| Saffron Walden High St S | TBA | TBA |
| South Mimms | TBA | TBA |
| Stansted Mountfit Har S | TBA | TBA |
| Stevenage Bus Station L | TBA | TBA |