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Lacock and Castle Combe: Private Afternoon Tour with English Cream Tea Experience
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Lacock
Explore the picturesque villages of Lacock and Castle Combe on a private afternoon tour. Immerse yourself in their timeless beauty and enjoy a traditional English cream tea experience.
Explore the picturesque villages of Lacock and Castle Combe on a private afternoon tour. Immerse yourself in their timeless beauty and enjoy a traditional English cream tea experience.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Lacock - You will be collected at 1:30pm and driven to the village of Lacock, approximately 45 minutes from Bath. Your guide will take you on a walking tour of this charming village which has featured in numerous films and TV series (e.g. Downtown Abbey, Harry Potter). Your guide will point out traditional village features and show you some of the…
- Lacock - You will be collected at 1:30pm and driven to the village of Lacock, approximately 45 minutes from Bath. Your guide will take you on a walking tour of this charming village which has featured in numerous films and TV series (e.g. Downtown Abbey, Harry Potter). Your guide will point out traditional village features and show you some of the locations for the films.
- Castle Combe - The village of Castle Combe, once voted the prettiest village in England, is a great example of a Cotswold village. Your guide will take you on a walking tour of this tiny village and will explain about the history of the Cotswolds and the village. At the end of the tour there will be a stop to enjoy a culinary experience which all visitors to England should try - the traditional English Cream Tea! (Scones with cream & jam and a pot of tea).
What's Included
- Private tour with local guide
- English Cream Tea (scones with cream & jam and a pot of tea)
- Private transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
- Private tour with local guide
- English Cream Tea (scones with cream & jam and a pot of tea)
- Private transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
- During the tour we do not visit Lacock Abbey. Should you wish to visit admission fees will apply.
- Gratuities
- During the tour we do not visit Lacock Abbey. Should you wish to visit admission fees will apply.
- Gratuities
Additional Information
This excursion provides an opportunity to explore the enchanting hamlets of Lacock and Castle Combe in the latter part of the day, freeing up your morning for other pursuits in Bath. These villages have preserved their old-world appeal over the years, making them an ideal location for shooting historical movies and television dramas. As an exclusive…
This excursion provides an opportunity to explore the enchanting hamlets of Lacock and Castle Combe in the latter part of the day, freeing up your morning for other pursuits in Bath. These villages have preserved their old-world appeal over the years, making them an ideal location for shooting historical movies and television dramas. As an exclusive tour, you’ll gain the advantage of a personal guide (a native of Bath) and individualized transportation. The trip features the opportunity to taste the celebrated classic English cream tea – a must-try experience for all tourists in England!
- For groups of 4 or less there is space in the car for a fold-up pram/stroller
Location
Lacock
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Olsenglobal
Apr 21, 2025
Top Quality Guide - We did Bath, Stonehenge and The Cotswolds with Daniel. We had a great time. He is a great tour guide.
Some reasons why I say that:
- he has clearly done a lot of research to prepare for this role
- he is pleasant to spend time with, a good listener and strong communicator
- he truly seems to love his work
- he’s a very good driver
- he has created and shares pertinent visual aids
Way above and beyond your average tour guide. We hope to come back and do more tours with him
Olsen Travelers
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T8555iacatherines
Mar 23, 2025
The go-to guide in Bath - I’m a repeat visitor with Bath Insider Tours. When my friends from the US visited, I knew they’d enjoy a tour with Dan. He didn’t disappoint and we’re still talking about how great of a guide he is and the amazing day we had. Thank you, Dan!
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Hilary
Dec 25, 2024
Daniel is the best! - Daniel is a wonderful sweet and knowledgeable tour guide.
I was lucky to meet him almost 5 yrs ago on a previous trip, and he was just as outstanding the second time.
Thank you so much for touring my daughter and I around the villages in Cotswolds.
Sharing and making great memories.
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Itchyfeet32312
Oct 28, 2024
3 of us off to the Cotswolds! - We had the most enjoyable day with Daniel Hancock as our guide. He allowed time to account for our individual interests while providing an amusing and complete tour. He’s a great driver and terrific company. Don’t hesitate to book him.
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Jennifer_b
Oct 22, 2024
10 out of 10 - So Glad We Booked This! - This might be my favorite tour that I have ever booked. Dan was absolutely great. He was very accommodating and communicative ahead of the tour. He was very relaxed and easy to talk to and was very informative. My favorite part was not only did he tell you the history and fun facts but would show film clips so you could see the building (for example) he’s showing you in the movie scene! I thought it was great to see both at the same time without having to do the research myself. His points of interest were well thought out, and he seemed very genuine, which I appreciated and enjoyed. Also, the cream tea location was fabulous, and the scones were delicious! I would book one of Dan’s tours every return to Bath…no hesitation. He is a fun personality!
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N5946zmnaomif
Oct 6, 2024
An afternoon delight - The tour was a delight. Daniel drove us along the narrow backroads of the Cotswolds and surrounding area, taking us to Lacock, Castle Combe, and a quaint little B&B for tea, before dropping us off. The rides and tours of the towns were made thoroughly enjoyable through his wit and knowledge of the area. The length of the tour was perfect, nestled between lunch and dinner, yet long enough to get a good sense of the area. The cream tea at the end was the best we had on the trip.
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Donald_nute
Sep 16, 2024
Great day trips from Bath - We’ve done many private tours throughout Europe. This was among the best. Daniel was knowledgeable and considerate. He made some major adjustments to accommodate us and our interests. We will recommend him to all our friends who travel.
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Canuckcraft
Jul 6, 2024
The perfect Cotswolds afternoon - The best afternoon of our trip to England.
Daniel was the perfect guide. Took the time to find out about our interests and catered the trip to be exactly what we were looking for. The perfect story teller, my teens were completely engaged the entire time, from stories about the locations we were visiting to the people who lived there, not to mention the Harry Potter filming lore (loved that Daniel
had an iPad with footage of the films to accompany what we were seeing). So many interesting bits of information along the way (from the history of the area to seeing Salisbury Hill whilst listening to Peter Gabriel sing about it). The cream tea at Fosse Farmhouse was the best I’ve had and the stories of Caron’s adventures were a perfect way to end the afternoon.
All in all, worth every penny and then some. Would absolutely recommend to anyone else coming to Bath!
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Katja_h
Jun 25, 2024
Nice trip with a top Guide! - We had an amazing, full informed and absolutely joyful trip with Daniel.
This tour is also worthy for the outstanding natural beauty of this area.
It was so pleasant and we couldn‘t have wished for a better guide!
Thanks Daniel, for the best last day of our trip to England - and of course the best scones :)
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Travelorfromcb
Apr 18, 2025
Daniel went out of his way to make it an interesting day for us - I, my husband, our son & his wife hired Daniel to give us a tour of the Cotswolds. It took about 9 hours; we saw Castle Combe and opted to see the Abbey at Lacock. The tour was a highlight for my son of our trip to England.
Daniel was very good to work with. He quickly responded to questions I emailed him. I mentioned to him that there was a duke that lived pretty close to the Cotswolds and asked if we could see his manor from the road. I found on internet that the estate is open to the public for tours of the gardens on certain dates plus for rental for special events. Daniel did research and even drove out to try to find a spot where we could get a glimpse. Unfortunately the estate was getting read for a horse race so lots of areas blocked off.
I was a little disappointed with the Cotswolds. The ones he took us to were charming but I had pictured in my mind charming villages with cute shops selling bakery items, maybe lace, tea, etc but the ones we went to were too small to have shops. He did take us to a nice spot for lunch.
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