Late Season Colour

Fiery late season colour and opulent estates abound on our last tour for year. Contrasting historic estates and contemporary masterpieces, we visit the best gardens in Yorkshire and marvel in their historical tales and the ambitions of their creators.

While the world may end with a whimper, these gardens certainly end the season with a bang!

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Admire Castle Howard, one of England's finest stately homes

Take a guided tour of Spencer House, the London family home of Princess Diana

Embrace the beauty of Newby Hall & Garden on a private tour of this extensive Robert Adam estate

Go on a private tour of the ground-breaking, contemporary garden at Scampston Hall

Indulge on champagne afternoon tea at the iconic Fortnum & Mason

6 nights' of 5* accommodation in handpicked hotels

Day 1 / 6 September / Spencer House & Fortnum & Mason

An aristocratic palace brings pomp and splendour on the first day of the tour. Spencer House is owned by the family of Diana, Princess of Wales. Exquisitely restored, discover its sumptuous 18th Century design.

There’s time to explore London this regal pocket of London, before we meet up for a welcome champagne afternoon tea at Fortnum & Mason, as iconic a venue as any in the city.

We settle for the evening at our 5* Mayfair hotel nearby.

Accommodation: DUKES London, St James's Mayfair

Day 2 / 7 September / Renishaw Hall

Traveling north we cross rolling hills, stopping at Renishaw Hall for a private tour of both the house and garden. A previous winner of the HHA / Christies Garden of the Year Award, this intimate garden is a lovely introduction to what is to come.

Continue north to Goldsborough Hall, where you check into our 5* hotel and wander the formal gardens of this stately manor house. Dinner at the hotel is included.

Accommodation: Goldsborough Hall, Knaresborough

Day 3 / 8 September / Newby Hall & Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden

Newby Hall is one of our very favourite gardens, a perfect balance of statement avenues and intimate enclosures, hidden corners and sweeping views. Chromatic borders and verdant woodland extend the experience. September is a delightful time to be here, just as the autumnal colours begin to show. We will enjoy a guided tour of the garden followed by lunch (included) within the grounds.

Next we visit Fountain Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden. This is one of the largest and best preserved Cisterian monasteries in England. Coupled with perfectly manicured lawns and an elegant water garden, this historic masterpiece is enthralling.

Dinner is at our leisure.

Accommodation: Goldsborough Hall, Knaresborough

Day 4 / 9 September / Castle Howard & Helmsley Walled Garden

One of England’s finest stately homes, Castle Howard is a celebration of all things royal and English. Oil canvases line the walls and the sculpted gardens are a pleasure to stroll this morning. Next up for late season colour is Helmsley Walled Garden, with floriferous hot borders and espaliered fruit trees sitting among its walls. Enjoy a guided tour of the garden before a traditional English pub dinner in a Michelin-starred establishment (included) brings in the evening.

Accommodation: Goldsborough Hall, Knaresborough

Day 5 / 10 September / Scampston Walled Garden & Private Garden

Escaping further into North Yorkshire we admire the regency country house of Scampston Hall, contrasting its old-world splendour with the contemporary Scampston Walled Garden. Designed by legendary Dutch plantsman Piet Oudolf, this garden is a celebration of perennial meadow planting that Piet is so famous for.

Our next stop is a private garden that glows with late season colour. A rich tapestry of scent and colour envelop you here; the garden sitting in harmony with the surrounding Yorkshire countryside. We meet the owners and ask them questions as they lead us around the gardens, finding inspiration to take back home. Dinner is included at the hotel this evening.

Accommodation: Goldsborough Hall, Knaresborough

Day 6 / 11 September / RHS Harlow Carr

Leaving Yorkshire behind we return to London, stopping to discover the remarkable RHS Harlow Carr. This expertly designed garden is created to be at its best late in the season and glows with waves of vivid colour. Japanese maples set the scene for incredible borders of perennials and grasses, providing beauty that defies logic.

On returning to London we enjoy a farewell dinner (included) at the hotel.

Accommodation: DUKES London, St James's Mayfair

Day 7 / 12 September / Floris & Farewells

We partner with select small, luxury hotels that provide exceptional levels of service, to ensure that our customers can experience a restful, comfortable evening after a day strolling through gardens.

Many of our hotels are old English homes and estates, offering charm as well as a few quirks. We hope that you enjoy these quirks as much as we do, as we feel they are part of the English experience.

September 6, 11 / DUKES London, St James's Mayfair

September 7 - 10 / Goldsborough Hall, Knaresborough

Double occupancy: £3,600 per person

Single occupancy: £4,100

Inclusions

6 nights’ 5* luxury accommodation
Luxury minibus travel with professional driver
Entrance to all gardens and events, as stated in itinerary
Guided tours of houses and gardens, as stated in itinerary
Services of dedicated Tour Manager for duration of tour
Breakfast daily, two lunches, two afternoon teas and four dinners, as stated in itinerary
Gratuities and porterage for all meals and hotels provided, as stated in itinerary
Return airport transfers (please see Terms & Conditions for details)

Exclusions

Flights, passport and visa fees
Travel insurance
Beverages and meals unless otherwise stated
Pre- and post-tour accommodation
Additional transfers
Gratuities for Tour Manager
Personal expenses including phone calls, snacks, laundry, etc

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Late Season Colour

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Single occupancy: £4,100

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