Stourhead, Gardens & Sublime England
Escape the modern world for a genteel stroll around the lake at Stourhead, the world's greatest landscape garden before journeying into the best of authentic, undiscovered England that few encounter!
Available all year round | Start time 9:00 amPick up from your accomodation | Private only
"The Best of the Best" - Andrew B. Read more reviews.
Tour Overview
Depart the bustle of everyday life for an adventure to one of the greatest gardens in the world at Stourhead.
Enjoy the awe-inspiring beauty of the natural world combined with the temples, follies and grottoes of the Hoare family that make the Stourhead gardens so utterly magical and unique. Wander languidly through the family's grand Georgian house admiring the period furnishings, décor and opulence before heading off to a historic, mediaeval town for lunch.
Spend the afternoon admiring the gardens, art and sculptures at an internationally admired art gallery located in the historic buildings of a mediaeval farm. Then, begin the journey back towards home, with one final stop at another hidden gem, before arriving back in Bath, having enjoyed a truly extraordinary day, and with memories that will last forever!
What's Included
Tour Itinerary
9:00 am1. Pick up from your accomodation
1 Hour2. Explore the stunning gardens and house of Stourhead.
10:00 am3. Explore the stunning gardens & house of Stourhead
Visit the world-famous landscape gardens at Stourhead to enjoy breathtaking views, fabulous flora and numerous grottoes, temples and follies.25 minutes4. Travel through breath-taking countryside
On a scenic drive off the beaten track12:45 pm5. Stop for lunch
At an incredible, atmospheric inn in a historic town serving fabulous food.2:30 pm6. Visit a stunning art gallery
One of England's top contemporary art galleries located on a restored mediaeval farm.1 hour7. Travel back to Bath.
Passing spectacular countryside and settlements.4.15-5:00 pm8. Drop back at your accommodation.
Arrive back in Bath, exhilarated yet relaxed and having enjoyed a day that has exceeded your expectations.
Stourhead through the Seasons...
This tour is available all year round, but with each season a new landscape emerges, completely transforming Stourhead.
In Spring
In Summer
In Autumn
Testimonials
★★★★★
sarahbC8792AW, Tripadvisor.
The best tour I have ever been on!
"Hiring In & Beyond Bath was the best decision I made on my dream trip to England. Jules was easy to work with leading up to the tour, communicative and accommodating. He listened carefully to my interests and was..."
★★★★★
ColoradoCoder, TripAdvisor.
The Best of the Best
"My husband and I had an amazing time with Nigel on a full-day outing, truly discovering some hidden gems of the Cotswolds. This day was part of a 10 day holiday in England -- one in which we had an incredible time overall and saw some beautiful sights. However, I can honestly say that this tour by In & Beyond Bath stood out as the highlight of our trip."
★★★★★
NickyC, TripAdvisor.
Highly Recommended
"I took my mum and mother-in-law on this spectacular tour. Jules (and Phoenix) were superb guides. Jules has a natural, warm and engaging manner and made history really interesting. His easy conversational manner put us all at ease. The day flew by with all aspects of the tour being carefully thought through with a perfect balance of travelling, site exploring, walking, refreshments and..."
★★★★★
Marva, Alexis, London Ontario.
Highlight of our Holiday
"We booked the Stonehenge and Secret Somerset full day experience on May 25th. Our amazing tour guide Dan picked us up at the front door of our B&B in Bath and asked us a few questions to find out what we were hoping to see and we set off. I was surprised that my husband & I were the only 2 guests booked for the tour, along with Sara, who had just joined the company and came along too. It was like our own private tour for the day."
★★★★★
Wander713528, Tripadvisor.
Excellent!
"Our four member family toured the Cotswolds with a fun, knowledgeable and very energetic guide, Michael. We lunched in Lacock at a wonderful gastropub recommended by our guide and were very pleased with the food and service. We highly recommend this service."
