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.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
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 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
What's Not Included
  • 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 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.

Customer Ratings
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Tc99
Apr 5, 2024
One of the best tours ever! - We took a tour with Dan and it was wonderful! He's very knowledgeable, friendly and witty. We learned so much - everything from British history to how to locate fire hydrants. The towns were beautiful as well. We were a little apprehensive about the tea visit since my husband doesn't care for tea and I've never thought dry, cold scones were worth eating. Were we ever wrong! The visit with Karen (Fosse Farmhouse BnB) was something we couldn't have expected. What a charming woman. And her homemade jam and scones were soft, moist and obviously very fresh. Would definitely recommend!
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Sunshine63233699299
Mar 13, 2024
Great Tour, Even Better Guide!! - My wife and I enjoyed our tour to the Cotswolds, specifically Lacock and Castle Combe with our guide Daniel. The drive through the English countryside to visit each of the villages was exactly what we had hoped for in our adventure. The quaint villages were peaceful and quiet without too many people. The buildings were picturesque as were the cobblestone pathways and churches. Daniel was a fantastic host on our tour and is really what made the time spent on our adventure as great as it was. He was punctual on our pickup, delightful in conversation, and witty to share a story. The pace was perfect to share a small story between stops, loads of information on each of the locations and in between. Thank you Daniel for our wonderful adventure!
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882mikaelak
Oct 29, 2023
The best tour guide EVER - Always an A++++ with Daniel! I travel a lot and I have never had a better tour guide. Full of information and also exceedingly kind.Do not hesitate to book with him.
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Latoya_r
Oct 19, 2023
Great Tour - We had a great time even on a rainy day. Daniel played the movie clips for us so we could see what was filmed at the areas we visited, which made the areas come to life. He had so much information on the history of Bath, Lacock, and the Cotswolds as well. Highly recommend this tour!
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Adili_s
Sep 21, 2023
Great tour - Daniel was an excellent private guide with a ton of great stories . Fabulous views and delicious homemade scones from Karen !
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Anna_w
Sep 2, 2023
Delightful afternoon in the idyllic villages of Castle Comb and Lacock! - Delightful afternoon in the idyllic villages of Castle Combe and Lacock. Daniel, our guide, did an excellent job of driving us through the scenic back roads and showcasing the beauty and interesting highlights of each town. His knowledge of the area and it's history was remarkable. We appreciated his flexibility in taking us to the Lacock Abbey to see the stunning cloisters that have been featured in many films including Harry Potter. Of course, the ultimate experience of the day was our visit to Fosse Farm where we met Diana and her spunky dog, Alby, who greeted us which an abundance of joy! We had our first English Cream Tea there complete with homemade scones, cream and an outstanding local plum jam which is probably one of the best jams we have ever had. We would recommend this tour and any of Daniel's curated tours. Thanks again, Daniel, for a memorable afternoon!
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Retiredtravellover
Aug 26, 2023
One of the highlights of our week long trip to Scotland and England - The tour was great - the two villages were so idyllic and peaceful with their natural beauty and charming stone cottages (some with thatched roofs). We should not fail to mention the beautiful gardens and small waterways along the way. Daniel is an entertaining and very knowledgeable storyteller with interesting tidbits about the region’s past, including its historic role as a flourishing wool center in medieval times with local weavers and sheep farmers vital to the English economy. He pointed out that the area hosts filming locations including productions like Harry Potter, War Horse, Dr Doolittle(1967), and Downton Abbey. A pleasant surprise to us was the planned stop for English Cream Tea accompanied by scones with clotted cream and homemade jam where we were greeted by Caron the proprietor of Fosse Farmhouse. During the traditional tea we learned that Caron’s eclectic B&B has become popular amongst Japanese tourists after an anime series was based on her home. From pickup at our Bath hotel to drop off at the train station (at our request) the tour was perfect and Daniel a pure pleasure to listen to and converse with the entire time.
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Carole_c
Aug 11, 2023
The Tours to Cotswold and Glastonbury! - An amazing step back in time to beautifully preserved villages full of history and mystery. Saw filming sites of Downtown Abbey, Harry Potter, and other classic films. Daniel, our tour guide was a wonderful chauffeur and storyteller. He was so helpful and accommodating. We were fortunate to have booked two tours with Daniel and by the end of last day we felt more like friends than customers. We shared personal stories and had many good laughs. I now have a few new life stories that I will treasure and carry with me 🥰
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Tammy_d
Aug 3, 2023
Fantastic Private Tour of Lacock and Castle Combe with Daniel! - We had a fabulous time visiting Lacock and Castle Combe. Our guide, Daniel, was fantastic! We highly recommend him as a private tour guide. He was so very nice, extremely knowledgeable, and had a great sense of humor. We enjoyed our time immensely. And, he treated us to a surprise Sweet Tea at the end of our tour. We couldn't have asked for more. Such a treat!!!
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572natc
Jul 17, 2023
Best BATH Ever - Daniel was very knowledgeable, personable and professional for our private tour. Daniel seamlessly adjusted our to limit walking distances, without us feeling we missed anything. When our ship arrived early to Portland, he also arrived early to pick us up! I highly recommend Daniel, because you get him, not an employee.
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