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Eastern England
The roots of the English
lie in this region known as East Anglia and comprising the counties of
Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk and Essex. It's an area where time seems
to have stood still or at least where modern life has passed by large sections
of the country. What is always a surprise is how comparatively few overseas
visitors discover the region's charms (although it was home to many US military
from the Second World War onward). And what a range of sites there are to
see! From the ancient prehistoric to the medieval. From unique flat-lands
to the North Sea coast. From perfectly preserved villages to imposing Stately
homes. Our tour provides a quick introduction to the region but after this
taster, you'll undoubtedly want to return for a longer look next time.
Itinerary:
Day 1 (Wednesday) London - Woodbridge
Depart London for the university city of Cambridge where we'll visit
one of the colleges and the excellent Fitzwilliam museum housing
world-class collections of works of art and antiquities spanning
centuries and civilisations. We continue our journey into the county
of Suffolk and stop at the museum of East Anglia, with its exhibits of
Victorian domestic life. Overnight in Woodbridge.
Day 2 (Thursday) Woodbridge
First stop today is at one of the UK's most important archeological
sites, the Anglo Saxon Royal Cemetery at Sutton Hoo. We continue our
journey and visit the impressive 12th-century Framlingham Castle.
At different times, the castle was a fortress, an Elizabethan 16th
century prison, a poor house and a school. We follow the coast road
visiting charming coastal villages like Adleburgh (home of classical
composer Benjamin Brittain) and Southwold. An alternative route
would take us to the stunningly beautiful mediaeval Otley Hall,
home of Captain Bartholomew Gosnold, Further north there's an
area of outstanding scenic beauty, the Norfolk Broads. The Broads are
a network of 200 miles of internal waterways, initially dug to drain
the local fens and reclaim the land. Overnight in Woodbridge.
Day 3 (Friday) Woodbridge - London
Lavenham, with its streets of restored Tudor timber-framed buildings,
is often referred to as the prettiest village in England. One such
building is the Guildhall Museum with its East Anglia wool industry
exhibits. The garden contains fine examples of plants used in wool
industry, plus a parish 'lock-up' and mortuary! Nearby Sudbury offers
us a completely different attraction, the home and studio of the 18th
century artist Thomas Gainsborough with its large display of artists'
work, 18th-century furniture and memorabilia. On our return to
London, we'll tour through Essex, and definitely take in the villages
of Thaxted & Finchingfield where the typical black and white cottages,
gathered around village ponds, make it seem unbelievable that
barely an hour's drive away is the great London metropolis. Return
to London about
6 p.m.
Tour Include:
Note:
A pre-tour passenger pick-up charge of approx. $30 per party applies when London accommodation is other than a hotel nominated by Back Roads Touring and a higher charge applies if your hotel is located outside central London. All passengers are returned to their central London hotel after each tour. Pre & Post Tour accommodation offers available on application. |
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