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Make your own way |
| Price range | From £299 |
| Travel partner | Travel Editions |
| Duration | 2 nights |
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Experience the wonderful steam railway of the Severn Valley with TV's Paul Atterbury
The Severn Valley Railway is one of the most popular heritage railways in the country and for four decades has graduated from relative obscurity to a prominent position in British railway preservation. The railway was used as a transport route for 101 years, from 1862 until 1963, and nowadays the initials SVR are not solely part of the specialist jargon of keen railway enthusiasts but enjoyed by thousands of people who want to enjoy the thrill of steam through some of England's outstanding countryside. The 16-mile route follows the course of the River Severn for much of the time between Kidderminster, Bewdley, Arley, Highley, Hampton Loade and Bridgnorth in Shropshire and Worcestershire. Your host is Mary Moore, an experienced guide from the area who will also be joined on the first night by Paul Atterbury. Paul is well known for his regular appearances on the 'Antiques Road Show' as well as being a passionate railway enthusiast and has written extensively on the history of Britain's trains and rail journeys.
Special Event highlights: Travel by vintage steam-hauled train from Kidderminster to Bridgnorth - your ticket allows you unlimited journeys throughout the day Sherbourne Wharf canal cruise through Birmingham Private visit and guided tour to Soho House, home of industrialist Matthew Boulton An illustrated talk by railway enthusiast and television personality Paul Atterbury
The Severn Valley Railway is one of the most popular heritage railways in the country and for four decades has graduated from relative obscurity to a prominent position in British railway preservation. The railway was used as a transport route for 101 years, from 1862 until 1963, and nowadays the initials SVR are not solely part of the specialist jargon of keen railway enthusiasts but enjoyed by thousands of people who want to enjoy the thrill of steam through some of England's outstanding countryside. The 16-mile route follows the course of the River Severn for much of the time between Kidderminster, Bewdley, Arley, Highley, Hampton Loade and Bridgnorth in Shropshire and Worcestershire. Your host is Mary Moore, an experienced guide from the area who will also be joined on the first night by Paul Atterbury. Paul is well known for his regular appearances on the 'Antiques Road Show' as well as being a passionate railway enthusiast and has written extensively on the history of Britain's trains and rail journeys.
Special Event highlights: Travel by vintage steam-hauled train from Kidderminster to Bridgnorth - your ticket allows you unlimited journeys throughout the day Sherbourne Wharf canal cruise through Birmingham Private visit and guided tour to Soho House, home of industrialist Matthew Boulton An illustrated talk by railway enthusiast and television personality Paul Atterbury
Included
- Two nights' accommodation with full breakfast at the 4-star Hilton Birmingham Bromsgrove
- Welcome reception
- First night 3-course private dinner with wine
- Second dinner in the hotel restaurant
- One light lunch
- All guided tours and admissions
- Coach transfers and tour manager throughout
Not included
- Holiday insurance
- Single room supplement
- Extra nights
- Meals other than those stated
- Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls etc
- Porterage and gratuities
July 2013 itinerary
5th July
Welcome reception and private dinner with an illustrated talk by Paul Atterbury -"My Railway Life".
6th July
Starting at Kidderminster your journey on a vintage steam-hauled train meanders its way to the ancient riverside town of Bewdley with its quaint quayside, gardens and lovely Georgian architecture. Then onto the timeless village of Arley next to the River Severn, if you get off here you will find a pretty station which was featured in the television version of "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe". Then stop off for lunch (not included) at new Engine House at Highley, which houses the reserve collection of steam locomotives. This is a good place to break your journey, have something to eat and enjoy wonderful views across the Severn Valley from the engine house balcony. You can choose to stop off at the stations en route or continue on to Bridgnorth with its thriving Saturday market and many fine 16th and 17th century buildings and mansions. Your day ticket allows you unlimited journeys throughout the day and entrance to the Engine Room Museum.
7th July
To Birmingham for a Sherbourne Wharf canal cruise which shows Birmingham 'ancient and modern' and how the canals made the city prosperous. A coach city tour then follows before a light lunch at the Rope Walk Pub, situated in the Georgian quarter of St Paul's Square in Hockley. Later a private visit and guided tour has been arranged at Soho House, which was the elegant home of industrialist and enterpreneur Matthew Boulton from 1766 to 1809. Carefully restored this fashionable Georgian house features period room interiors with fine collections of ormolu, silver, furniture and paintings. It was once a regular meeting place for some of the greatest minds of the 18th century. Matthew Boulton (1728 - 1809) was a founding member of the Lunar Society, a group of great thinkers and inventors who met regularly at his home with guests who included James Watt, Erasmus Darwin, Josiah Wedgwood and Joseph Priestley. Return to the hotel approximately 5.00pm.
September 2013 itinerary
7th September
Welcome reception and private dinner with an illustrated talk by Paul Atterbury - 'My Railway Life'.
8th September
Starting at Kidderminster your journey on a vintage steam-hauled train meanders its way to the ancient riverside town of Bewdley with its quaint quayside, gardens and lovely Georgian architecture. While here you can enjoy the Bewdley bus rally with a display of historic commercial vehicles and vintage bus rides, all included in your days ticket. Then onto the timeless village of Arley next to the River Severn, if you get off here you will find a pretty station which was featured in the television version of "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe". Then stop off for lunch (not included) at new Engine House at Highley, which houses the reserve collection of steam locomotives. This is a good place to break your journey, have something to eat and enjoy wonderful views across the Severn Valley from the engine house balcony. Continue on to Bridgnorth where a guided tour of the Engine Shed is arranged for you and time to visit the town with many fine 16th and 17th century buildings and mansions. Your day ticket allows you unlimited journeys throughout the day and entrance to the Engine Room Museum.
9th September
To Birmingham for a Sherbourne Wharf canal cruise which shows Birmingham 'ancient and modern' and how the canals made the city prosperous. A coach city tour then follows before a light lunch at the Rope Walk Pub, situated in the Georgian quarter of St Paul's Square in Hockley. Later a private visit and guided tour has been arranged at Soho House, which was the elegant home of industrialist and enterpreneur Matthew Boulton from 1766 to 1809. Carefully restored this fashionable Georgian house features period room interiors with fine collections of ormolu, silver, furniture and paintings. It was once a regular meeting place for some of the greatest minds of the 18th century. Matthew Boulton (1728 - 1809) was a founding member of the Lunar Society, a group of great thinkers and inventors who met regularly at his home with guests who included James Watt, Erasmus Darwin, Josiah Wedgwood and Joseph Priestley. Return to the hotel approximately 5.00pm.
NB: Exact order of itinerary may vary according to local conditions and tour manager's discretion.
Please note that the maximum group size on this tour is 100 passengers.
5th July
Welcome reception and private dinner with an illustrated talk by Paul Atterbury -"My Railway Life".
6th July
Starting at Kidderminster your journey on a vintage steam-hauled train meanders its way to the ancient riverside town of Bewdley with its quaint quayside, gardens and lovely Georgian architecture. Then onto the timeless village of Arley next to the River Severn, if you get off here you will find a pretty station which was featured in the television version of "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe". Then stop off for lunch (not included) at new Engine House at Highley, which houses the reserve collection of steam locomotives. This is a good place to break your journey, have something to eat and enjoy wonderful views across the Severn Valley from the engine house balcony. You can choose to stop off at the stations en route or continue on to Bridgnorth with its thriving Saturday market and many fine 16th and 17th century buildings and mansions. Your day ticket allows you unlimited journeys throughout the day and entrance to the Engine Room Museum.
7th July
To Birmingham for a Sherbourne Wharf canal cruise which shows Birmingham 'ancient and modern' and how the canals made the city prosperous. A coach city tour then follows before a light lunch at the Rope Walk Pub, situated in the Georgian quarter of St Paul's Square in Hockley. Later a private visit and guided tour has been arranged at Soho House, which was the elegant home of industrialist and enterpreneur Matthew Boulton from 1766 to 1809. Carefully restored this fashionable Georgian house features period room interiors with fine collections of ormolu, silver, furniture and paintings. It was once a regular meeting place for some of the greatest minds of the 18th century. Matthew Boulton (1728 - 1809) was a founding member of the Lunar Society, a group of great thinkers and inventors who met regularly at his home with guests who included James Watt, Erasmus Darwin, Josiah Wedgwood and Joseph Priestley. Return to the hotel approximately 5.00pm.
September 2013 itinerary
7th September
Welcome reception and private dinner with an illustrated talk by Paul Atterbury - 'My Railway Life'.
8th September
Starting at Kidderminster your journey on a vintage steam-hauled train meanders its way to the ancient riverside town of Bewdley with its quaint quayside, gardens and lovely Georgian architecture. While here you can enjoy the Bewdley bus rally with a display of historic commercial vehicles and vintage bus rides, all included in your days ticket. Then onto the timeless village of Arley next to the River Severn, if you get off here you will find a pretty station which was featured in the television version of "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe". Then stop off for lunch (not included) at new Engine House at Highley, which houses the reserve collection of steam locomotives. This is a good place to break your journey, have something to eat and enjoy wonderful views across the Severn Valley from the engine house balcony. Continue on to Bridgnorth where a guided tour of the Engine Shed is arranged for you and time to visit the town with many fine 16th and 17th century buildings and mansions. Your day ticket allows you unlimited journeys throughout the day and entrance to the Engine Room Museum.
9th September
To Birmingham for a Sherbourne Wharf canal cruise which shows Birmingham 'ancient and modern' and how the canals made the city prosperous. A coach city tour then follows before a light lunch at the Rope Walk Pub, situated in the Georgian quarter of St Paul's Square in Hockley. Later a private visit and guided tour has been arranged at Soho House, which was the elegant home of industrialist and enterpreneur Matthew Boulton from 1766 to 1809. Carefully restored this fashionable Georgian house features period room interiors with fine collections of ormolu, silver, furniture and paintings. It was once a regular meeting place for some of the greatest minds of the 18th century. Matthew Boulton (1728 - 1809) was a founding member of the Lunar Society, a group of great thinkers and inventors who met regularly at his home with guests who included James Watt, Erasmus Darwin, Josiah Wedgwood and Joseph Priestley. Return to the hotel approximately 5.00pm.
NB: Exact order of itinerary may vary according to local conditions and tour manager's discretion.
Please note that the maximum group size on this tour is 100 passengers.
Hilton Birmingham Bromsgrove
Conveniently located with easy access to the M42/M5 motorways the 4-star Hilton Birmingham Bromsgrove is an ideal base to explore the heart of England. Facilities at the hotel include a bar, restaurant, indoor pool, sauna and comfortable bedrooms with private bath/shower, TV, telephone and hairdryer. Hilton Birmingham Bromsgrove Hotel Website
Conveniently located with easy access to the M42/M5 motorways the 4-star Hilton Birmingham Bromsgrove is an ideal base to explore the heart of England. Facilities at the hotel include a bar, restaurant, indoor pool, sauna and comfortable bedrooms with private bath/shower, TV, telephone and hairdryer. Hilton Birmingham Bromsgrove Hotel Website
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