Private tour in London Barry I

Downton Abbey Private day tour

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Barry I.

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Hi I'm Barry. Let me take you around my fantastic home town of London and/or a relaxing day out in the Beautiful English Countryside in my new Hybrid Black Taxi. I have over 7 years experience of being a licensed tour guide and 30 years of driving a London Taxi . . on the left hand side! I started life in Central London above my Grandparents Pub and then worked on London's Newsstands and the famous Fleet Street newspaper printing houses where my fascination and love for London and English history began. I attained excellent grades in school for History and Geography and learnt so much extra social history from both sets of GrandParents who remained in Central London during World War II and all lived into their 80s (what a lucky 🍀 chap I am) My bright , enthusiastic , affable and kind personality makes for fun informative tours. Whether it's Roman history or Royal gossip I will show you all I can and am very adept at bespoking a tour in line with your interests. I love seeing everything again through travellers eyes and try to ensure the best time, whilst really looking after you. I'm London based and know it like the back of my hand including hidden gems and alleyways! I also tour out of town to unbelievable Royal Palaces including Windsor, Hampton Court and Sandringham . Also touring Stonehenge Monument and education centre. Visit Great cathedrals ..Salisbury, Winchester, Canterbury and Wells. Or relax in the incomparable tranquility of The Cotswolds including Downton Abbey and Father Brown village locations and of course the beautiful city of Bath famous for Roman, Georgian and period drama film locations of Jane Austen, Agatha Christie , Bridgerton and Les Miserable. I have a special interest in visiting English pubs finding great food and ales during my research weekends with my lovely wife and grown up Children … which I obviously then share on my tours! I am also able to meet you at Southampton cruise terminal, Heathrow and Gatwick Airports. So let’s go and tour!! 🚀🇬🇧 • Full Knowledge of London Taxi Drivers Licence (study of 3.5 years) • Fully Qualified Worshipful Company of Taxi Drivers Tourguide • English Heritage Membership • National Trust Membership • Royal Palaces Membership • London Historical Society I am not permitted to guide INSIDE The Tower of London, St Paul’s Cathedral Buckingham Palace or Westminster Abbey. I can however give you a good historical overview and help smooth your visiting experience and accompany you if you wish.

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Overview of your London tour

London is so amazing but hectic, so why not have a relaxing day in the English Countryside instead, visiting The Cotswolds & beyond, on a Downton Abbey themed tour. We visit Highclere Castle, grounds & gardens, home of Lord & Lady Grantham, Lady Mary & the Dowager (CASTLE/GARDEN TICKETS ARE NOT INCLUDED & MUST BE PURCHASED BY CLIENT) We also tour the beautiful Cotswold villages & countryside that Downton Abbey brought to our screens in both TV film & is a truly remarkable place. We stop at shops, churches, market squares, thatched cottages, village halls, cricket greens & rose gardens. Lunch can be taken in an Old English Pub where you can relax, eating perhaps fish n chips or some local ales? Or to a very English Garden tea shop … the choice is both yours & endless! The afternoon is then spent driving through more countryside & villages, chauffeured by your very own 'Branson', before returning to your own place of residence whilst listening to music of your choice.

Your London tour itinerary

Downton Itinery is generally split between The majestic Highclere Castle (CLIENTS NEED SEPARATE TICKETS FOR THIS FROM HIGHCLERE CASTLE) and the Downton Abbey villages nestling mainly within the Cotswold countryside. Total Duration: 10 hours We visit : Highclere Castle, Highclere RG20 9RN England, 3 hours St Mary's Church, Church Place, Bampton OX18 2LY England, 30 minutes Bampton Village , home of The Crawfords, Downton Hospital and Dog and Duck Pub to name just a few of the main village filming sites. 30 minutes Shilton, Burford OX18, UK, 30 minutes Swinbrook, Swinbrook, Burford, Cotswolds, England, 1 hour Cotswolds Towns, Villages and Hamlets in South Cotswolds, England, 2 hours Lunch can be taken either at Highclere Castle, or a Cotswold Pub or Tea Room at passenger's request.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Limousine

Travel in top of the range New London Hybrid Taxi with panoramic roof, air con, USB ports and WiFi up to 6 seats.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Other: Water and Umbrellas
What's not included
Tickets: Tickets At Highclere Castle have to be purchased separately by travellers
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

England, England, WC2N 5DU, United Kingdom

Pickup from anywhere within the Centre of London. I can also meet travelers at Southampton, Tower and Greenwich Ports I can also meet travelers at Heathrow or Gatwick Airports

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
TV And Movie
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Architecture
History
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
1446273
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Kid Friendly

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Who is this private tour in London best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for fans of Downton Abbey who want to explore the iconic filming locations in the English countryside. It's also great for families, as it's kid-friendly, and suitable for travellers with mobility needs. You'll enjoy a relaxing day visiting Highclere Castle and charming Cotswold villages.

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Hours icon 10 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-6 people
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Tour date
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Hours icon 10 hours
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Private tour for 1-6 people
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