Battles of Britain

Itinerary

Day 1 London – Cambridge

After meeting in London, well head straight to our first stop the Imperial War Museum before we move on to the charming city of Cambridge, where well see the likes of the famous university and Bridge of Sighs on a walking tour. After a rich day of sightseeing, well enjoy a group dinner together.
Accommodation: The Gonville Hotel (or similar)

Day 2 Cambridge – Coton – Woodhall Spa

This morning well pay our respects to fallen veterans at the American Cemetery and Memorial in Coton before exploring Duxfords Imperial War Museum and the American Air Museum, where well observe dramatic displays performed by original aircraft. After that comes one of our trip highlights: a nostalgic flight over Cambridge in a fully restored Dragon Rapide. Then: onwards to The Petwood Hotel, the home of the legendary Dambusters, where well make ourselves at home for the next few nights.
Accommodation: Petwood Hotel (or similar)

Day 3 Woodhall Spa – Coningsby – Spilsby – Tattershall – Woodhall Spa

Today well visit RAF Coningsby before continuing to East Kirkby Aviation Heritage Centre where well see Just Jane, the famous Lancaster NX611, up close. In the afternoon, well visit the Thorpe Camp Visitor Centre to learn more about the former airfield and the squadrons that were based there.
Accommodation: Petwood Hotel (or similar)

Day 4 Woodhall Spa – Scampton – Canwick – Lincoln – Woodhall Spa

On todays agenda: included visits to RAF Scampton (the base of the Red Arrows), the notable Memorial Spire and Wall of Names, and the Chadwick Centre. Later, well enjoy a tour of Lincolns Cathedral and Castle before returning to the Petwood Hotel for an evening of leisure time.
Accommodation: Petwood Hotel (or similar)

Day 5 Woodhall Spa – Cosford – Leamington Spa

Today well visit the award-winning RAF Museum Cosford, where well have the chance to take a close look at the original bombers, before continuing to the uplifting National Memorial Arboretum. In the evening, well move on to Leamington Spa where a delicious dinner awaits.
Accommodation: Mallory Court Hotel and Spa (or similar)

Day 6 Leamington Spa- Bletchley – Winchester

First today: a visit to Bletchley Park, the Victorian estate that was once the top-secret HQ of the WWII Codebreakers. After an insightful morning, the afternoon will see us touring the Swiss Garden and the Shuttleworth Collection one of the most prestigious collections of aircraft and vehicles in the world at Biggleswade. Winchester is where well rest our heads tonight.
Accommodation: The Winchester Hotel & Spa (or similar)

Day 7 Wichester

After a tour of the awe-inspiring Winchester Cathedral, the day will be yours to spend exploring historic sites (such as the Great Hall and Winchester College), visiting museums and galleries or tasting the local fare in one of the citys excellent restaurants.
Accommodation: The Winchester Hotel & Spa (or similar)

Day 8 Winchester – Wareham – Portsmouth

Today well learn the history of armoured fighting vehicles on a guided tour of Bovington Tank Museum, before directing our attention to Portsmouth. Afterwards, well continue to the D-Day Museum, where well have the privilege of meeting an RAF veteran and hearing his personal wartime stories. Tonight, a farewell dinner is in order.
Accommodation: Florence House Hotel (or similar)

Day 9 Porstmouth – London

Before we say goodbye, theres still time to visit Tangmere Military Aviation Museum and Biggin Hill Hangar where well see six fully restored Spitfire aircraft. Then, its back to London, where our trip will end.