History tours and events
Our History tours focus on significant events, encounters and destinations, from castle-builders and conquest in medieval Wales to The Making of Argentina; from forces that shaped the Western Balkans to the passion and politics of civil war Spain. Acclaimed historians provide context and analysis on in-depth journeys through place and time.
Central to all our history tours is the choice of lecturer; top academics and experts with first-hand experience of the places and detailed knowledge of the period in question. They include former diplomats, army officers and foreign correspondents – well placed through their myriad contacts to open doors onto the past.
Additionally, our UK based residential history symposia programme presents leading scholarship in digestible and entertaining ways. We run one of two of these events per year – contact us to register your interest.
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Superb. Introduced me to some new music and composers. Daily talk by Katy was outstanding – friendly and amusing as well as informative. "
Music Along the Rhine - Outstanding music, beautiful countryside and historic towns along Germany’s principal river
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Excellent itinerary well balanced between the two cities. "
Florence & Venice - The finest and best-known art and architecture in the Western world
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A good range of properties, each offering a different experience. The back-story and context greatly added to the experience and enjoyment. "
Great Private Houses in Norfolk - Special arrangements and in-depth visits
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Great variety of styles, periods and performances. "
Walking the Rhine Valley - Concerts and hikes through woods, fields and vineyards
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The tour was near perfect. I throughly enjoyed everything that we visited. The area is one of outstanding natural beauty. "
Chichester & the South Downs - Great houses & gardens