The Cotswolds In Bloom
QUINTESSENTIAL ENGLISH RETREATS
May 9-15 • 6 Nights • 12 Places AvailableÂ
Seven Days. Rare Antiques. Extraordinary Gardens.
A JOURNEY THROUGH ENGLISH BEAUTY
Join us for an enchanting week in the heart of the Cotswolds during its most beautiful season. The Cotswolds In Bloomis a carefully curated journey through gorgeous private gardens, historic royal estates, exceptional antiques and timeless English villages, complemented by exquisite dining and a luxurious country stay. With every detail thoughtfully considered, there is time to slow down, explore at leisure and truly savour the beauty, character and quiet pleasures of the English countryside.
A Week In Bloom
Our itinerary
From grand estate to hidden village gardens, each day has been thoughtfully planned
to showcase the very best of Cotswolds in spring.
DAY 1
A Cotswolds Welcome
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Settle into your luxury hotel, then enjoy a relaxed welcome evening with a tour briefing, drinks and delicious food.
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A Taste of English Elegance
DAY 2
Explore enchanting Cotswolds villages and charming antique shops, indulge in a luxurious afternoon tea, and conclude the day with an exceptional fine-dining experience.
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Royal Gardens
DAY 3
Tour the Royal Highgrove Gardens followed by lunch at a charming Country Inn. Spend the afternoon indulging in fine dining and browsing unique antiques.
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The Legacy of Shakespeare
DAY 4
Discover specialist antique centres, followed by a bespoke candle making workshop. Then explore Stratford Upon Avon: Home of Shakespeare, before enjoying a leisurely evening of your choosing.
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Palatial Grandeur
DAY 5
Tour Blenheim Palace, ancestral home of Sir Winston Churchill, then enjoy two private antique appointments with distinguished dealers, followed by a sumptuous dinner.
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The Antiques CollectionÂ
DAY 6
Discover the enchanting southern Cotswolds villages and gardens, with visits to more specialised private antiques, followed by a celebratory farewell dinner.
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A Fond FarewellÂ
DAY 7
Savour one final delicious hotel breakfast before collecting your farewell artisanal gift and continuing your onward journey.
THE ESTATES
Unforgettable Places, Expertly Revealed
Discover two of England’s most distinguished estates: High Grove: the private residence of King Charles III, celebrated for its beautifully curated gardens, rare planting and the King’s enduring passion for organic gardening, and the magnificent Blenheim Palace: home to the Dukes of Marlborough since 1705 and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, with its ornate State Rooms and treasured interiors.
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YOUR HOME FOR THE WEEK
A Luxurious Cotswolds Hotel
Stay in an elegant 16th-century Elizabethan manor, set within eight acres of idyllic English countryside. With individually styled bedrooms, luxurious bedding and impeccable personal service, every detail is designed for a wonderfully indulgent stay.
Savour award-winning British cuisine, crafted from locally sourced seasonal produce, before unwinding in the first-class spa, complete with hydrotherapy facilities and a collection of restorative treatments.
A HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
A Floral Inspiration Workshop
Join us for an immersive, hands-on workshop during which you'll create your very own botanical plaster cast – a delicate, nature-inspired masterpiece. Together we will forage for leaves, flowers and foliage in the hotel’s stunning eight acre grounds, to use in your design. With guided tuition, you will prepare the clay and arranging your foraged finds, to create a mould before pouring the plaster.
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Once set, you will have a beautiful, unique piece of art to take home with you as a memento of your visit.
AN EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE
Private Antique Appointments
The Cotswolds is home to some of the best antique centres in the Country. Throughout your stay with us, we will visit a number of these centres which offer a wide range of antiques and curio - a feast of past treasures to delight even the most discerning of collectors.
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Our experience in the sector has enabled us to build trusted relationships with private antique sellers too and we'd love to introduce you to our friends and acquaintances who can share with you, their private collections.
Luxury accommodation
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Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner as outlined in the itinerary
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Luxury transport
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Entrance fee to all places of interest
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Visits to antiques centres and private sellers
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Interactive workshop
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A luxury goody bag to take home
