Acorn TV Spotlight Tour of England

TOUR DATES

July 3 - 9, 2023
July 10 - 16, 2023

The Yorkshire Vet

Queens of Mystery

Foyle's War

London Kills

Whitstable Pearl

Chelsea Detective

Tour Highlights

11 superior meals
6 nights of deluxe accommodations divided between London, Cambridge and York
Superior motor coach transportation between tour destinations
Special Acorn TV guest appearances
Guides, tours, and admission fees at tour venues

Special Extras included in your itinerary

Curator/expert led tours at various times
Wine included with group dinners
Snacks at various points throughout the tour
Welcome goodie bag with various gifts/niceties

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Itinerary

Day 1 - Monday

Morning arrivals to The Clermont, Victoria Hotel in London
Just steps from Buckingham Palace
Afternoon at The Chelsea Detective tour of London
Visit the Chelsea neighborhood of London where the series The Chelsea Detective is filmed
Evening welcome to London reception and dinner with special guests from Acorn TV
Overnight accommodations at The Clermont, Victoria Hotel

Today you’ll be greeted in the luxurious surroundings of The Clermont, Victoria located near Buckingham Palace and in the heart of ceremonial London.

In the afternoon we will set off for an in-depth walking tour of Chelsea, the backdrop of The Chelsea Detective as seen on Acorn TV. You’ll hear about the architecture and history of the area on a fascinating tour.

In the evening we will gather for a welcome reception and dinner with a special guest from Acorn TV – what a way to toast what will be a great week ahead!

Day 2 - Tuesday

Delicious breakfast at The Clermont, Victoria Hotel
Motorcoach journey to Hertfordshire
A visit to Hatfield House and Gardens
The magnificent stately home of Queen Elizabeth I and filming location for films and productions including: The Favourite, The King’s Speech, Elizabeth: The Golden Age and countless others.
Journey to Historic Cambridge
In-depth, expert-led walking tour of historic Cambridge
Home of the iconic University of Cambridge
Cocktails with a Crime Writer social hour in Cambridge
Evening at leisure in Cambridge for exploration
Overnight accommodations in Cambridge at the top-rated University Arms Hotel

Today we will journey to Hatfield House, the magnificent early home of Queen Elizabeth I – in fact it was at Hatfield in 1558 that the queen received the news that she had ascended to the throne. At Hatfield you’ll have time to explore the gorgeous interiors as well as the superb gardens – followed by lunch onsite.

Later in the day we will head to historic Cambridge where you will enjoy the many sights in this magnificent university city. You may well want to go punting on the River Cam and later on we’ll gather for "Cocktails with a Crime Writer" where you’ll hear more from Sophie Hannah, the continuing author of the Poirot series.

Tonight’s accommodations will be at The University Arms Hotel – right in the heart of Cambridge.

Day 3- Wednesday

Breakfast and morning in Cambridge for further exploration
11:00am – Coach departure from Cambridge
Journey to the scenic Peak District of England
A tour of magnificent Chatsworth House and gardens
Home of the Duke & Duchess of Devonshire and "Pemberley" in Pride & Prejudice
Motorcoach Journey to Yorkshire
Arrivals to the ancient walled city of York
Three course group dinner at The Grand Hotel, York
Luxurious overnight accommodations at The Grand Hotel, York *****
York’s only 5-star hotel, and our home for three nights

This morning after a delicious breakfast, you may want to take some time for further exploration of Cambridge.

Later, we will head to the Peak District for a visit to Chatsworth, which is truly England’s grandest country home. Here you will marvel at the state rooms used by the Duke & Duchess of Devonshire and the many acres of lush gardens.

We will end the day in the historic city of York, our home for the next three evenings. Our base will be the lovely Grand Hotel, York’s only 5-star property – located in the heart of the ancient city walls.

Day 4 - Thursday

Breakfast at The Grand Hotel, York
Expert-led walking tour of the historic centre of York
Tour of York Minster
One of England’s finest cathedrals established in the 7th Century and renowned for its Medieval stained glass
Very special interactive cooking class and group dinner in York
Overnight accommodations at The Grand Hotel, York

Today we will go in-depth into the history and architecture of one of England’s loveliest cities, York.

You will enjoy a walking tour of the historic city followed by a visit to York Minster, one of the grandest cathedrals in Northern Europe – famous for its stained glass windows, which have inspired visitors for centuries.

In the evening, we will gather for a very special interactive cooking class in York, followed by a group dinner.

Day 5 - Friday

Breakfast at The Grand Hotel, York
Day trip to the Yorkshire Dales
As seen in the lovely series All Creatures Great and Small on Acorn TV
A visit to Bolton Abbey
A visit to Burnsall Church
A visit to the charming village of Grassington
The market town of “Darrowby” in All Creatures Great and Small
A Yorkshire farm shop group luncheon with delicious local foods
A visit to a local farm and viewing of the stunning "road to nowhere"
In the Yorkshire Dales National Park, as seen in Season One, Episode 1 of All Creatures Great and Small
Journey back to York and evening at leisure
Overnight accommodations at The Grand Hotel, York

If you’re a fan of All Creatures Great and Small or The Yorkshire Vet, then today is the day for you!

We will journey to the gorgeous Yorkshire Dales for a full day of exploration. You’ll see many of the sites used for filming including Burnsall Church, Bolton Abbey and the perfect little village of Grassington, known as "Darrowby" in the series. Not only will you see the sights, but you’ll also go in-depth into Yorkshire life by meeting local people and sampling local foods.

This will be a day to remember in the Yorkshire Dales.

Day 6 - Saturday

Luxurious breakfast at The Grand Hotel, York
Journey to Bletchley Park, home of the WWII codebreakers
As seen in Foyle’s War on Acorn TV
Tour of Bletchley Park and lunch
Motorcoach journey to London
Farewell dinner in London with special Acorn TV guests
Overnight accommodations at The Clermont, Victoria

Just after breakfast we will depart our Yorkshire home for Bletchley Park, home of the codebreakers of World War II. Here you’ll see how Bletchley was instrumental in the ending of the war and saved countless lives.

After an informative visit we will head back to London for a farewell dinner in London with another special guest from Acorn TV – and another chance to toast what was a magnificent journey.

Day 7 - Sunday

Breakfast at The Clermont, Victoria Hotel
Departures after breakfast

Bon Voyage!

New for 2023!

Join us for this special travel experience in London, Cambridge, and the Peak District -- as seen in many of your favorite shows on Acorn TV. Go behind the screen to the picturesque filming locations of The Chelsea Detective, Whitstable Pearl, Foyle's War, as well as visits to the stunning Yorkshire Dales as seen in All Creatures Great & Small.

Includes special meet and greets and VIP Acorn TV access.