Last week’s edition generated serious interest in combining the Cotswolds with Cornwall (Doc Martin, Poldark, Arthurian Legends etc).  If the idea fires your imagination, use this link and take a closer look.

An earlier mention of the February-July 2019 Christian Dior Exhibition at the V&A also triggered a good response and it bears repeating as the starting point for a London Girls Getaway or for a student group interested in fashion.  There’s also been an encouraging response to my providing golf tours which include both Scotland AND Ireland.

For clients interested in the Goodwood Festival of Speed (July) or the Goodwood Revival (September) my suggested itinerary will include a visit to Brooklands, the home of British Motorsport and Aviation.

My pal Nick White in Clovelly has come up with an interesting piece on North Devon’s role in training American GI’s before D Day and I’ve also added details of a very good B and B just outside Harrogate, Yorkshire.

Finally, my Britain Insider column will inspire you develop a UK Christmas Markets tour in November/December 2019.

The Christian Dior Exhibition at the V&A London

2019 and spanning 1947 to the present day, the V&A Museum will celebrate one of the most ingenious and iconic designers in fashion history.  Reimaging the highly popular exhibition from Paris, more light will be shed on Christian Dior’s admiration of the grandeur of Britain’s great houses and gardens as well as British-designed ocean liners including the Queen Mary.

Fore!

Working with my experts, our Scotland and Ireland golf tours are tailor made to suit the exact requirements of the golfer regardless of whether there are just 2 or 4 or larger numbers playing, their ability, and budget. So, if your client’s golf wish list includes St Andrews, Carnoustie, Ballybunion and Royal Portrush to name just four please get in touch. 

The Home of British Aviation

Following major developments on the historic site, Brooklands Museum uses its rich motoring, aviation and engineering heritage to provide a unique, unforgettable visitor experience. Shortlisted as Museum of the Year, highlights include seeing vast collections of vintage vehicles and aviation, a supersonic ‘flight’ experience on Concorde and exploring the Award-Winning Aircraft Factory and Flight Shed.

D-Day Training for GI's

74 years ago, North Devon in south west England became a small US backwater of America.  Because their award-winning beaches were almost identical to Omaha Beach, two divisions of GI’s used them to prepare for D Day.  Check this link for stories of these brave souls, learn about love messages left on trees at divisional HQ and discover General Eisenhower’s home when visiting. 

The Newton House B&B

Natural, original and personal describes Newton House, Knaresborough near Harrogate where only the healthiest local ingredients go into the Award-Winning breakfasts and owner Denise Carter ensures every guest enjoys the best B&B welcome in North Yorkshire. Rooms at the 300-year old townhouse are all individually furnished, include refreshments, refrigerator, freshly filtered bottled water, free Wi-Fi and high-quality showers and bathrooms.

Bring on the Gluhwein

Bustling and colourful Christmas markets in historic settings, treasure-filled castles and stately homes in full festive mode, carol singers, sparkling and highly decorated Christmas trees, Glühwein, mince pies and ice skating outdoors at famous London attractions. Welcome to my Britain Insider’s imagination-stretching series of tour ideas that can be gift-wrapped to generate valuable extra commission in the run up to Christmas.