Lincolnshire Homes & Gardens
13 - 17 Sep 27: A 5 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to Lincolnshire with Johnsons Coaches staying at The Barn Hotel & Spa
Monday 13th September 2027 – Friday 17th September 2027
5 Days
From £879
Discover the heritage, gardens and gentle countryside of Lincolnshire and neighbouring Rutland on this relaxing five-day escorted coach holiday. Staying at The Barn Hotel & Spa near Grantham, enjoy visits to Barnsdale Gardens, a cruise on beautiful Rutland Water and time in historic Lincoln. Explore Elizabethan Doddington Hall and its gardens, before uncovering wartime stories at the International Bomber Command Centre. The tour also includes the evocative ‘On Freedom’s Wings’ Lancaster sculpture, the Harold Peto Gardens at Petwood Hotel and a delicious cream tea, making this an appealing break for garden lovers, history enthusiasts and relaxed explorers alike.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS
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Explore the inspirational Barnsdale Gardens, Britain’s largest collection of individually designed gardens
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Visit historic Lincoln, with time at leisure to enjoy the city’s character and attractions
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Discover Doddington Hall and Gardens, an Elizabethan family home with beautiful grounds
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Learn moving wartime stories at the International Bomber Command Centre and Petwood Hotel
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Enjoy a relaxing Rutland Water cruise, taking in views of Normanton Church
The Barn Hotel & Spa, Grantham
Set in luscious Lincolnshire countryside this award winning hotel successfully combines rustic charm with modern amenities. Rating 5: The locality and hotel are generally level with occasional steps to the public areas.
HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE
3-Star * En-suite Bathroom * Television * Hairdryer * Tea & Coffee Making Facilities * Restaurant * Bar * Lounge * Jacuzzi & Whirlpool * Gymnasium * Lift
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES
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Door to Door Service
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Our Own Courier Service
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4 nights half board
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Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘Frist Class’ seating & legroom
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Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks
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USB Charging Points
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On board Wi-Fi
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Rutland Water Cruise
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Barnsdale Gardens
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Doddington Hall Gardens Admission
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Guided tour of International Bomber Command Centre
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Cream tea at Petwood Hotel and visit to Harold Peto Gardens
Date, Price & Supplement
13 Sep 27
£879
Single Room: £136
Insurance: £40
Prices are per person and for the entire holiday
Day One: Arrival |
Departing Henley in the morning, we travel to Lincolnshire and check in to The barn Hotel & Spa for our 5 day break. Tea and coffee served on arrival. |
Day Two |
Hop over the border this morning for a scenic drive through the county of Rutland for a visit to Barnsdale Gardens. Renowned for having Britain's largest collection of individually designed gardens including a wonderful variety of designs, plant species and horticultural techniques. Time permitting, visit the small town of Oakham before arriving at Rutland Water reservoir for a relaxing cruise and a chance to view Rutland's most famous landmark, Normanton Church. |
Day Three |
Today we head to Doddington Hall and Gardens. An Elizabethan Hall and much-loved family home for over 400 years, offering a unique insight into family life through the ages. Discover at the your own pace 'The Tent Room' or pop in the 'Forgotten Room', full of items that the family have little use for, but can't bear to part with. Meander through the wonderful Gardens which remain faithful to the original Elizabethan layout. Take time to wander through the extensive farm shop or enjoy a coffee and cake in one of the two cafes. We then take the short drive into the city of Lincoln for time at leisure. |
Day Four |
Heading out through the pretty village of Brant Broughton and Carleton le Moorland to Norton Disney to marvel at 'On Freedom's Wings', the poignant, life size sculpture of an Avro Lancaster Bomber in flight, heading home. On to the International Bomber Command Centre. The interactive exhibition tells of those who served during the bombing campaigns of World War II. Overlooking Lincoln Cathedral, see the Walls of Names, the Spire Memorial and walk through the Peace Gardens. Travelling to Woodhall Spa and the impressive Peto Gardens at the Petwood Hotel, home to the 'Dambusters', squadroned there during WW2. Designed by landscape designer Harold Peto, enjoy a leisurely stroll to absorb the garden's ambiance before rounding the day off with a Cream Tea. |
Day Five |
After a leisurely breakfast, we make the journey home. |
| Date | Duration | From price | Book now | Call back | Favourites |
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| 13 Sep 2027 | 5 Days | £879.00 | Book now | Request call back | ★ |
Pick-up points
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| Henley in Arden Depot |
Park & Ride, Johnsons Depot
Liveridge House Liveridge Hill, Henley in Arden |
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