- 12 Days
- London | Oxford | Woodstock (Oxfordshire) | Stratford-upon-Avon | Bath
“Bespoke England culinary tour: Michelin-level dining, farm-to-table Cotswolds, and private heritage tours“
Tour Highlights
Hook Norton Brewery Tour
Warwick Castle
Fortnum & Mason High Tea
London Food Tours
Private British Bakery Class
Shakespeare's Birthplace
Roman Baths & Georgian Bath
about this tour
about this tour
Discover the very best of British cuisine, heritage, and culture on this exclusive, bespoke luxury food and drink tour of England. This private 12-day itinerary pairs five-star accommodations with seamless private transfers and curated culinary experiences across the historic heart of the UK. Your journey begins in Oxford, where you’ll explore centuries-old colleges with a private academic guide and gain insider access to historic libraries. In Bath, you’ll take in the refined Georgian architecture before enjoying exclusive early-access visits to the Roman Baths. In Stratford-upon-Avon, delve into the world of William Shakespeare with a curator-led tour of his childhood home, followed by a VIP experience at Warwick Castle to uncover centuries of aristocratic grandeur. The adventure culminates in London, where the city’s culinary scene takes center stage. Beyond the iconic landmarks, you will experience the height of English gastronomy: from a traditional High Tea at Fortnum & Mason to Michelin-level dining at the historic Rules Restaurant, London’s oldest eatery. For a contemporary look at the city's food scene, join a gourmet food walk through the East End to sample an array of authentic, local flavors. This is a sophisticated celebration of England’s heritage, tailored at every step for a truly personalized experience.
Experience a unique opportunity for a private cookery class in the beautiful Cotswold village of Beckford. Alice, a professionally trained chef, runs workshops to share her passion for preparing simple, delicious seasonal food. You will learn how to create the perfect Afternoon Tea, mastering the secrets to scone perfection as well as the art of sponges and shortbreads. After your hard work, your tea time treats will be served with sandwiches and a selection of loose leaf teas on a crisp white table cloth laid with beautiful antique bone china.
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FAQs
1. What are the activities on the Hook Norton brewery tour?
At Hook Norton Brewery you walk through the working brewery, see how traditional English beer is brewed, and hear about the history of the site. The visit ends with a tasting so you can try some of the beers on tap.
2. How are Warwick Castle and Shakespeare’s birthplace included?
In Stratford-upon-Avon you visit Shakespeare’s childhood home on a curator-led tour that explains his early life and family background. At Warwick Castle you enter with a private VIP pass and visit key rooms and areas while your guide talks through the castle’s role in English aristocratic life over the centuries.
3. What is the Fortnum & Mason high tea like?
In London you sit down for a traditional afternoon tea at Fortnum & Mason. Tiered stands of sandwiches, scones, and pastries are served with your choice of tea, offering a classic English tea experience in a formal yet relaxed setting.
4. What food experiences are included in London?
You join a guided food walk in the East End to try local dishes and snacks, dine at Rules Restaurant for a traditional British meal, and have free evenings to eat at high-end restaurants of your choice. Together, these give you a taste of both old-school and modern English cooking.
5. What do we do at the Roman Baths and in Georgian Bath?
In Bath you get early-access entry to the Roman Baths, visiting before general opening while a guide explains how the complex worked in Roman times. You then walk through Georgian streets and squares, with your guide pointing out key buildings that show how the city grew during the Georgian period.
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