Step back in time with us on a 5-day tour of Cheshire as we take in the scenic rolling landscapes of this pretty county dotted with ancient market towns and well-known ornate gardens and parks dating back centuries. The highlight is a visit to the historic estate of Tatton Park set in 1,000 acres of parkland featuring a grand mansion, acres of stunning gardens and a working farm.
Port Sunlight Houses © Port Sunlight Village Trust
Chester
Liverpool
Port Sunlight Museum © Port Sunlight Village Trust
Tatton Park
Itinerary
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Port Sunlight & Ness Botanic Gardens
We start our day in the unique Wirral village, Port Sunlight, which was built by Lever Brothers (now Unilever) in 1888 to house workers in its soap factory. We begin with a 60-minute step-on guide tour of the village before having time in the Port Sunlight Museum and the recreated worker’s cottage. Port Sunlight makes for the perfect location for lunch, with many options of cafes and tea rooms. In the afternoon, we visit Ness Botanic Gardens. Originally created in 1898, this stunning garden spans 64 acres and showcases more than 15,000 plants from all over the world.
Day 3 Tatton Park
Today we spend the day at leisure at Tatton Park. Explore the impressive Neo-Classical Mansion, filled with fine art, period furniture, and fascinating history. The 50-acre Gardens are equally captivating, featuring formal Italian and Japanese gardens, a maze, and lush glasshouses. Beyond this, the estate includes a working farm where you can meet rare breed animals (please note the farm is approx. 0.5 mile walk from where Tatton Park mansion is located, in main season, at the weekends, there is often a land train that goes to the farm, but this cannot be guaranteed).
Day 4 Manchester, Liverpool or Chester
Warrington is centrally located to three of the North West’s greatest cities; Manchester, Liverpool & Chester, the choice is yours! Ask us for ideas.
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Hotel
Park Royal Hotel
Warrington, Cheshire
A warm welcome awaits from the friendly staff at the Park Royal Hotel located just a short drive from the M56. Blending modern facilities with elegant grandeur, part of the hotel was built in 1831 as the vicarage to nearby St Matthew’s Church. The 146 stylish bedrooms are well appointed with modern facilities whilst the lounge bar and restaurant are large with plenty of seating for drinks and in the morning, a buffet-style breakfast. Superb leisure facilities include a 22-metre indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym.
BarLeisure FacilitiesLiftParking On Site & Free of ChargeRestaurantTea & Coffee making facilities
Pricing
Inclusions
- 60-minute step-on guided tour of Port Sunlight
- Admission to the Port Sunlight Museum & worker’s cottage
- Entrance to Ness Botanic Gardens
- Admission to Tatton Park Mansion & Gardens
See quote for hotel inclusions
4 Nights Half Board
Twin from £372pp
Double for Sole Use Supplement from £170
Based on Thursday arrivals
