From London: Bombay Sapphire Gin and Winchester Small-Group Day Tour
10 hours
From 09:15
Group 1+
English
10 hours
09:15
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What you'll do
Wars are lost because of drunk generals, nations become rich from rum, and empires intertwine with wine: alcohol and history are simply inseparable. So on this day tour, you combine one of the most historic towns in England with a world famous alcohol distillery. In Winchester, you admire an 800-year old ‘round table’ housed in a castle, visit one of the largest cathedrals in Europe, and learn about the streets that were laid by the ancient Romans. And to wash down these historic wonders, you visit the Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery. It’s located within an old paper mill and has won multiple awards for its ethically minded production methods. So, take this tour and learn that alcohol and ancient wonders go together like gin and tonic. You start your journey by heading straight to one of England’s most history-soaked cities, Winchester. But visiting Winchester isn’t easy, because there’s almost too much to do. There’s a glorious cathedral, an ancient mill, cute cafes, and more than enough museums. After you’ve had time to amble along the lanes and paths of this ancient city, it’s time to head for our boozy destination of the day. That’s right, we’re going to visit the home of one of the world’s most popular gins, Bombay Sapphire. But it’s not just the booze that’s brilliant at the Laverstoke Mill, the exhibition and Victorian architecture are as interesting as they are beautiful. Once you’ve had enough of the tipple, it’s time to head home. You have a small refreshment stop at the quaint riverside town of Runnymede before arriving back in London in the evening.
Itinerary
- 1An ancient city boasting a statue of Alfred the Great, an impressive Norman cathedral, and many more historic artefacts.
- 2
Laverstoke Distillery is the home of Bombay Sapphire Gin. The sleek and sustainable production methods merge beautifully with an old paper mill.
- 3
This lovely, pastoral area is said to be the birthplace of modern democracy.
Runnymede was the location for the sealing of the Magna Carta by King John on the fifteenth of June 1215, with the 1225 version becoming the definitive version.
Runnymede is still used today as a site for significant commemoration and is the location of the Magna Carta memorial (erected 1957), the John F. Kennedy memorial (1965), the Commonwealth Air Forces memorial (1953), and the Fairhaven Memorial Lodges (1931).
What's Included
Professional Driver Guide
Transport by top of the range 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach
Small Group Tour with maximum 16 people
Meeting Points
Greenline Coach Terminal (Stance 3) (Bulleid Way, Greater London, England, SW1W 9SH)
Notes
Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
Each traveller is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase (14kg) and 1 carry-on bag (handbag/rucksack).
Minimum age to participate is 5 years
Please arrive at least 15 mins in advance to check-in.
COVID-19 - Important Information About Your Tour
We’re following government guidance and doing everything we can to ensure you enjoy a worry-free adventure. This means you need to be aware of a few things before you join your tour.
Our Safety Procedures
Your safety and wellbeing are our priority.
Government guidelines strongly recommend that you wear a mask on public transport and in crowded places. We encourage this on our tours and masks are available onboard our mini-coaches.
We also provide hand sanitiser onboard our mini-coaches.
Please reconsider your travel plans if you're feeling unwell.
We recommend checking the latest government guidance for your destination before you travel.
Important: Please be aware that some attractions and other venues may require visitors to wear a face mask.
Visitor Attractions
Things have changed a little.
Castles, distilleries, and a few of our favourite places now require you to book ahead. This lets them comply with social distancing rules without getting in the way of your enjoyment. If you’re interested in visiting the attractions on your tour, you will find details on how to book them in advance on your ticket once you have purchased this tour.
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Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 3 days before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 3 days before the activity start time.
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