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Private tour in Birmingham Diane C
Cotswolds 1 Day Private Tour
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Hello and welcome to the Heart of England region. After a career in fashion manufacturing I qualified as a Blue Badge Tour Guide in 2001. Since then I have specialised in providing personalised, private tours of Birmingham and surrounding region. I love to share my enthusiasm with visitors from UK and abroad. As a 'born and bred Brummie', I have seen many changes to Birmingham over the last 25 years; from a city with a reputation for heavy industry Birmingham has become a highly regarded centre of excellence in all areas of business and culture. A wide variety of restaurants, great shopping, museums and galleries plus numerous local attractions make Birmingham a popular tourist destination with leisure and business visitors alike. Just a forty minute drive from Birmingham city centre are the famous 'Shakespeare Country' towns of Stratford upon Avon and Warwick with the Cotswold hills beyond. Whatever your reason for visiting and however much or little time you have to spare, I would be delighted to tailor a walking and/or driving tour that will help you discover the hidden. . . Heart of England. Hope to see you soon. Diane Qualified Blue Badge Tourist Guide Member of the British Guild of Registered Tourist Guides Member of the Institute of Tourist Guides Criminal Records Bureau - Security clearance Full private hire licenses and insured for hire & reward
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Exploring the Northern Cotswolds
Overview of your Birmingham tour
Our tour today takes us through the beautiful countryside of the northern Cotswolds, where we explore some of its most famous villages—Stow on the Wold, Broadway celebrated for its wide, picturesque high street and attractive village green , and Chipping Campden—alongside a selection of charming lesser known spots that are truly off the beaten track. With time for lunch and a gentle stroll, we’ll uncover stories from the region’s rich history and meet the people, places, and events that have shaped this remarkable landscape. Surrounded by stunning views at every turn, we discover why this area has long been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. By the end of the day, you’ll have experienced the charm, history, and timeless beauty that make the Cotswolds one of the most enchanting regions in England.
Your Birmingham tour itinerary
We begin at our agreed meeting point and head towards the village of Broadway, often described as “the prettiest village in England.” From Broadway Tower, on a clear day, we can enjoy far reaching views across five counties. Continues to Chipping Campden, followed by the peaceful village of Blockley, known to fans of the TV series Father Brown as the fictional village of Kembleford. Here we stop for lunch or afternoon tea. You may choose to wander the pretty streets, browse the independent shops and antique stores, or simply relax and soak up the atmosphere. From here, we travel through several iconic Cotswold villages and market towns, including Moreton in Marsh, Stow on the Wold, The Slaughters, and Bourton on the Water, along with a few of my favourite hidden gems—each with its own fascinating story to tell.
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
We will be travelling in a modern, comfortable Volkswagen Transporter with air conditioning and lots of luggage space. NB. The start of this tour is based in the Heart of England region, within a 20 mile radius of Moreton in Marsh. Please message for costings if central London pick up and return required as an additional fee will be requested to cover extra fuel and driving time. Approx 300 gbp.
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Moreton-in-Marsh, England, GL56, United Kingdom
Airport: Birmingham International London Heathrow by request & subject to additional fee,Cruise: ,Station: Stratford upon Avon. Warwick Parkway Moreton in Marsh Other stations by request & subject to distance from Moreton in Marsh,ByGuide: From your accommodation within a 20 mile radius of Moreton in Marsh. Please message for more details
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