Short Music & History events
For our annual series of chamber music events, we engage some of the finest ensembles in the UK and Europe. Within an overarching theme, the music is carefully chosen and programmed to provide an illuminating sequence. Talks with a musicologist – or by the musicians themselves – are incorporated. While the events are undeniably indulgent and leisurely retreats, they are also intended to stimulate the mind and enchant the aesthetic sensibilities. Tickets to individual concerts (without accommodation and meals) are also available to book.
Our history weekends each focus on a particular aspect or period of history, with talks by leading experts, Q&A sessions and plenary discussions. Your accommodation is included in the price, as are most meals.
Featured Short Music & History events
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The evening visit to San Marco was unforgettable - the highlight. "
Venice at Christmas - Painting, sculpture & architecture in the world’s most beautiful city
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I felt immersion as usual on one of your tours in the history and culture of Oman. Muscat was a glittering new city. The mountains were devouring, vast, lumbering, ragged, beautiful in the heart. Loved the deserted villages, the odd oasis in the midst of scrubby desert. "
Oman, Landscapes & Peoples - Desert, coast and mountains
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Unbeatable combination of well-designed itineraries, superb expert lecturers, terrific tour guides. "
Walking to Derbyshire Houses - Magnificent countryside and great country houses
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Very well thought out. Good mix of interiors/exteriors of some very interesting buildings. "
Connoisseur’s Vienna - Art, architecture, music & private visits
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We saw the most wonderful things and I was extremely impressed. "
Palermo Revealed - Art, archaeology, architecture and gastronomy