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Christmas in Stratford

and the Countess of Evesham

Staying in the delightful town of Stratford-upon-Avon, enjoy journeys on the
Countess of Evesham and the Severn Valley Railway.

5 Days from £849
Here’s what you’ll get up to...
Dec 23 Make your own way to our hotel in was developed from a wooden fort, originally
Stratford-upon-Avon, where you’ll meet our built by William the Conqueror in 1068, which
experienced Tour Manager and enjoy dinner went on to be transformed from a fortress
and a relaxing evening. D to a stately home. It now has over 1,000
Christmas Eve Stratford Walking Tour and years of history to immerse yourself, explore
Warwick Castle Today we include a walking the Great Hall and state rooms, and outside
tour of Stratford-upon-Avon in the company there is 64 acres of beautiful grounds and
of a local Blue Badge Guide. We will explore gardens, including the Peacock Garden with its
this medieval market town steeped in culture sculptured topiary and manicured hedges. Why
and history, with the influence of William not also take the time to visit one of the cafés
Shakespeare all around. Born here in 1564 in on site? Our coach returns us back to the hotel
a half-timbered house on Henley Street, the where we enjoy dinner at the hotel this evening.
town is the birthplace of the playwright.With B D
time to explore further, before we board the Christmas Day Countess of Evesham Merry
coach and head to Warwick Castle. The castle Christmas! Today is yours to soak up the

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