This homestay is designed for those people who wish to enjoy visiting beautiful English cities, towns and homes which reflect the rich history of the often undiscovered middle England. Experience the beauty of the English countryside. There will be the opportunity to practice your English conversation throughout your stay.
**Dates available from Sunday 4th March to 31st October 2012**
Adults: 7 Day (6 Nights) £840.00
Children (3-14yrs accompanied by an adult throughout the stay): 7 Day (6 Nights) £420.00
Children under 3: Free
Package includes the following :-
- Accomodation
- Private bedroom
- Meals
- Transport to and from the local Grantham railway station
- English tutor or tour guide
- All tuition and material fees
- Transport to and from venues
- Entrance fees to the venues
- Internet access
7 Day Schedule Example:
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Day 1
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p.m.
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Arrival, familiarisation with host family and Skillington
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Dinner
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Day 2
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a.m.
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Nottingham
Visit the world famous home city of Robin Hood. Enjoy visiting the site of Nottingham Castle. Have lunch at the oldest pub in England which dates back to 1189.
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Breakfast
Pub Lunch
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p.m.
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Shop for the world famous Nottingham lace which is a great gift to take home to your friends.
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Dinner
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Day 3
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a.m.
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Lincoln
Visit the city of Lincoln, one of the four main cities of Roman Britain. Enjoy Lincoln Cathedral, one of the finest Medieval buildings in Europe, which featured in the recent film The Da Vinci Code. The cobbled streets of the Cathedral quarter of Lincoln has many specialist shops offering an arrangement of antique, craft, book and gift shops.
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Breakfast
Packed
Lunch
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p.m.
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Lincoln Castle built by William The Conqueror is home to one of only 4 remaining original copies of the Magna Carta.
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Dinner
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Day 4
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a.m.
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Relaxation time
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Breakfast Lunch
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p.m.
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Burghley House and Stamford
Visit this splendid Elizabethan stately home crammed full of antique artefacts. Admire the painted scenes that adorn the walls and ceilings in many of the rooms. Burghley House is often used for period films such as Elizabeth, The Da Vinci Code and Pride and Prejudice starring Keira Knightley.
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Dinner
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Day 5
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a.m.
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Woolsthorpe Manor
Visit the birthplace of the great scientist Sir Isaac Newton and see the tree that the famous apple originated from. Explore the science centre which demonstrates many of his theories.
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Breakfast Lunch
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p.m.
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Rockingham Castle
Built by William The Conqueror, Rockingham Castle has a wealth of history throughout the Norman, Medieval, Tudor and Victorian times. The castle played a part in the English Civil War.
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Dinner
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Day 6
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a.m.
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Relaxation time / Shopping option
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Breakfast Lunch
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p.m.
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Belton House and Garden
Visit Belton House, one of the finest 17th century country houses in England. Inside Belton House is a stunning array of decoration, paintings and furniture and it is no surprise that it has been a favourite place to visit by many of England's royal family over the centuries. In the 19th century the gardens were restored to their George II glory.
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Dinner
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Day 7
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a.m.
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Departure to your onward destination
(Optional early departure for full day in London or other venue.)
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Breakfast
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