Cotswold Villages in Central England
The WONDERS of ENGLAND & SCOTLAND
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Featuring places like London, the Cotswolds, Bath,
Lakes Districts of England and Scotland, castles, countryside and much more!
Pricing Information (Prices are per person based on number of persons
sharing a hotel room)*
*The above prices do not include international airfare and air taxes. Air will be reserved in early 2011. We anticipate the airfare to be $1,200-$1,300 + air tax.
A portion of this tour
will focus on LDS
Church History in the
Herefordshire and
Preston areas. You
will also have the
option to visit the
London and Preston
Temples if that is of
interest. The tour is
directed by KAREN
LESSER who is an
expert in British Isles
LDS history and who lived in England for three
years. It is a great way to enjoy the charm and
beauty of the British Isles while learning of the LDS
history along the way. IT IS THE TRIP OF A
LIFETIME! We hope you can join us.
Tour Includes:
Escorted sightseeing by luxury motor coach
Webb Tours Director throughout and local
English speaking guides along the way
Accommodations at First Class and Superior
Tourist Class hotels (3 and 4 star hotels)
Full breakfasts, one lunch and EIGHT dinners
Sightseeing Highlights:
• Pageantry and history of London
• Stunning scenery and charm in central
England including Cotswold Villages,
Bath, Warwick, Chester and more
• LDS history sites in Preston and
Herefordshire with fascinating lectures
along the way
• Scenic Lake Districts in both England
and Scotland, with Lake Windermere
Cruise.
• Fabulous Warwick and Edinburgh
Castles and MUCH MORE!
Tips for baggage handling, taxes and hotel
gratuities except gratuity to your local guides
A valid passport is required for this tour
Two in a Room…………………..$2,490 Three in a Room……….…….….$2,390 One in a Room…………………..$2,790
The Treasures of Great Britain
There is something about the British Isles. Without question, it is one of the world’s most interesting
destinations combining spectacular natural beauty with rich and fascinating history… our history. So much
of who we are as a nation has its roots in what happened there. So many of us trace our roots, in some form,
to people who came from there. A trip to Great Britain is not just another trip. In many ways, it’s a
pilgrimage because it teaches us more about who we are.
The destinations are thrilling: We’ll enjoy the pageantry of London, the Roman history and stunning beauty
of Bath, the unrivaled charm of the Cotswolds, the breathtaking Lakes District, the glens and highlands of
Scotland and SO MUCH MORE. We’ll enjoy many of the places you’ve heard about and some you had no
idea existed. And we’ll do it in style with our private touring coach, 21 delicious meals included and clean,
comfortable hotels at the end of each day.
But that’s only part of the story. On this tour, we will focus much of our attention on the LDS history in the
British Isles. Did you know that nearly 90% of those who crossed the plains from Nauvoo to Salt Lake City
were from the British Isles? The missionary labors of Wilford Woodruff, Heber C. Kimball, Brigham Young
and many others bore miraculous fruit, with thousands joining the church. Without their success, the church
would not have survived. It is inspiring to retrace their steps – steps that were taken in some of Britain’s
most picturesque areas like Herefordshire, Lancashire and Edinburgh. It is a tour like no other.
Webb Tours has directed many trips to England. We have designed a custom itinerary for those who want to
see the highlights and wonders of Great Britain WHILE also focusing on the LDS history that unfolded
there. The tour will be directed by Karen Lesser who lived for three years in England and is an expert in
LDS history there. She has directed many dozens of church history tours including several to England. You
will love her knowledge, personality and inspirational teaching. This is a trip of a lifetime… We hope you
can join us.
Daily Itinerary:
July 28: Today we fly via the east coast to London, England, arriving the morning of August 26:
July 29: Welcome to England! It’s a great time to be here. Much of the summer traffic is dying down.
Crowds are smaller and temperatures are pleasant. Upon arrival, we’ll transfer to our hotel for a brief rest
(rooms may not be immediately available). This afternoon, we’ll provide an orientation tour and begin
seeing the sites of London. We’ll take a stroll in Hyde Park area (and visit the important Speaker’s Corner
and the historic Hyde Park Chapel), browse briefly at famous Harrods, and spend a couple of hours in the
British Museum, one of the world’s great museums (if you prefer, you can visit the National Gallery of Art). We return to the hotel to enjoy a relaxing dinner together and a chance to retire early. D
July 30: Today we’ll be joined by a local guide who will show us more of London. We’ll see Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and more. We’ll drive by Tower Bridge, Tower of London and famous St. Paul’s Cathedral. You’ll see Trafalgar Square, Picadilly Circus and
many of the stunning monuments. Those interested can take a one hour cruise on the River Thames (not
included). In the afternoon, we’ll travel to the suburbs and enjoy a session in the London Temple
(optional). If you have been to the temple (or choose not to visit), we can arrange for you to see a Broadway
Show this evening (not included). B
July 31: Today we work our way to the west as we begin our circle around the island. England is a
relatively small country. It is only 700 miles from the tip of Scotland to the south of England. Travel time is
enjoyable because the scenery is always pleasant. Our first stop today is a road-side view of mysterious
Stonehenge – massive stones place in a curious pattern – but for what purpose? We’ll then drive a short
distance into Salisbury where you’ll have a brief orientation tour followed by a visit to their most impressive
cathedral. It may be the most beautiful in all of England (you have to trust us on this one). Our hotel tonight
is in the Cotswold village of Gloucester. Dinner is included. B, D
August 1: Welcome to the fabled Cotswold Hills of central England. Many of these villages look today as
they did several centuries ago with their famous Cotswold stoned houses and buildings. The setting is
peaceful and this makes a great home base from which to explore the surrounding area for the next couple of
days. Today our excursion takes us a short distance to Bath, one of England’s five star attractions. This was
the northern most portion of the Roman Empire. Entrance to the famous Roman Baths (where Julius Cesar
often came to relax) is included. This is a chance to see 2,000 year old Roman history in a setting that is
uniquely England. It is a protected UNESCO site and one you’ll never forget. You’ll have some free time
for shopping before we return to our hotel where we will enjoy dinner as a group. B, D
August 2: Today we turn our attention to LDS history. We are just an hour away from beautiful Hereford
which is the main town in the lovely area known as Herefordshire. Upon arrival here, Wilford Woodruff
climbed to the top of beautiful Hereford Beacon and called the scene a “grand survey of the works of nature
and the power of God”. The natural beauty of the area cannot be overstated with green, rolling hills as far as
the eye can see. We’ll first visit the Benbow Farm where the first baptisms in this area occurred. The
church has purchased a right away to the pond that is still there today. We’ll have an inspiring devotional as
we enjoy the setting. We’ll then drive over to the Gadfield Elm Chapel, the oldest continuously standing
chapel in the world. The original structure where Brigham Young, Wilford Woodruff and Willard Richards
met in 1840 is still standing. It became the meeting place for the growing church. Missionaries are there
today to share the inspiring history. We return to nearby Gloucester for the evening. B
August 3: Today we’ll visit some of the famous Cotswold villages. Most tour groups just drive through the
Cotswolds on their way to the north. That’s a shame. These are some of England’s greatest treasures. We’ll
make brief stops in a couple of the villages like Broadway, Stow on the Wold, Bibury, Chippen Camden or Bourton on the Water. This is England as you pictured it. We’ll exit the Cotswold area near the town
of Stratford upon Avon and have a chance to take pictures of Shakespeare’s birthplace and Anne Hathaway’s charming thatch-roofed cottage. In the late afternoon, we’ve included admission to Warwick Castle, England’s finest medieval fortress on the banks of the Avon River in a lovely natural setting. We
stay in the town of Wrexham tonight. B, D
August 4: There is so much to enjoy in this part of England. This morning we’ll drive over to the famous
walled city of Chester which has witnessed much of England’s history. Take a stroll along the wall, see the
famous “Rows”, and enjoy some really fun browsing. Chester is one of the best preserved medieval towns
in England (similar to Rothenburg in Germany). From there, it’s a short drive over to Liverpool where we’ll
enjoy a visit to the Albert Docks. From here, thousands of saints boarded ships for their journey to
America. A visit to the Merseyside Maritime Museum is included where there are large exhibits about the
migrations of these pioneers. Our hotel is in nearby Preston. B
August 5: This morning we will visit the beautiful Preston Temple. Those interested may attend a session.
This is where the church had its beginnings in England. When Heber C. Kimball and others arrived in
Liverpool, they made their way to Preston. In the town square was a banner that read “Truth will Prevail”.
The temple now stands as a monument to their faith and efforts. After the session and lunch (in the
cafeteria), we’ll visit other sites like the River Ribble where the first baptisms took place. If time permits,
we’ll drive out to Downham a picturesque village where the entire town joined the church (including your
tour director’s ancestors). We’ll share the touching history. We stay in Preston again tonight. B, L
August 6: Today is a chance to see another five star attraction: The Lakes District of England which is
nestled between Lancashire and the Scottish border. We’ll enjoy a cruise on beautiful Lake Windermere
while admiring the green hills and mountain setting. The bus will meet us and take us to the village of
Grasmere which is oozing with charm. You’ll have time for lunch and browsing. You’ll have free time in
the afternoon to do as you wish. We’ll stay north of the Lakes District tonight. B, D
August 7: Today we enter into Scotland. If time permits, we’ll make a picture stop at Hadrian’s Wall built
almost 2,000 years ago as the northern most border of the massive Roman Empire. Most of the day will be
spent exploring the beautiful Lakes District of southern Scotland. You’ll love the green valleys (or glens)
with more sheep than people. We’ll visit the town of Sterling and learn the history of William Wallace of
Braveheart fame. You’ll have the option to scale his impressive monument. After a picture stop at Sterling Castle, we’ll continue into Falkirk where we’ll stay at the impressive Airth Castle. This once imposing
fortress is now a comfortable hotel where we’ll spend two nights. B, D
August 8: We are about 30 miles from fabulous Edinburgh where we will spend the day. Edinburgh is a
sophisticated city with much to offer. We’ll see the famous “Old Town” and the modern “New Town”.
We’ll see Carlton Hill, St. Giles Cathedral and more. We’ll view “Arthur’s Seat” from where Orson Hyde
dedicated the country of Scotland for the preaching of the gospel. Entrance is included today to visit the
famous Edinburgh Castle which is perched on the hilltop overlooking the city. From the top you’ll enjoy
stunning views of the city and surrounding countryside. On the castle tour, you’ll learn much of Scotland’s
history, see the Crown Jewels and more. After visiting the castle, you’ll enjoy some free time on the
famous Royal Mile, full of shops and restaurants in a setting that is pure Scotland. We’ll return to our hotel
in Falkirk. B, D
August 9: Today we return to London making our way to fascinating York. We’ll enjoy a relaxing walking
tour of Old York. We’ll see the famous Mansion House, Petergate and Stonegate and, of course, the
Shambles. Entrance is included into colossal York Minster, one of the world’s largest (and most
impressive) cathedrals. B
August 10: Today we make our way back to London. After a short drive, we’ll enjoy an orientation tour of
Coventry, passing the famous Coventry Cathedral. We’ll see the statue of Lady Godiva as well. Before
returning to London, we’ll see beautiful Oxford with a chance for some browsing after seeing some of the
sites. We’ll arrive back in London this evening as we complete our circle of England and Scotland. B, D
August 11: Buffet breakfast followed by our transfer to the airport for flights home. B
Warwick Castle
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