All South West England Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 6

There literally is nothing else like this! We walk the land, we sleep under the stars, our ponies pack the kit. Dorset is a stunning county, with two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 40% of the county designated National Landscape. It is a complex network of rolling fields, ancient woodlands, pine plantations and the tracks and green lanes that connect them, and we get you right in the middle of it, camping wild in ancient woodland. We take the work out of your walk by not only planning a gorgeous route, but with the help of our furry friends, Bob and Evie, the pack ponies. ​Meander through heathland, woodland & plantation. Cross sparkling fords, take in distant views. Visit thatched villages along old smugglers routes. ​​​Our route is carefully planned, tried and tested to give you the best experience with pack ponies.​ Walk further, camp wilder, breathe...

Explore the stunning waters of Poole with the self-drive boat hire, designed for adventurers of all skill levels—no prior experience necessary. Enjoy the freedom to navigate at your own pace and discover the beauty of the coastline. Each rental includes mandatory insurance, fuel, and life jackets for safety. Perfect for family outings or a day with friends. - Rent a 17ft Logic Marine powerboat for up to 6 people - All-inclusive pricing with no hidden costs - Flexible rental options for between 2 and 8 hours - Conveniently located at Cobbs Quay Marina, Poole

On this private tour from Winchester you visit the prehistoric stone circle known as Stonehenge and also enjoy a visit to the delightful town of Salisbury, including a visit to its famous Cathedral with Britain’s tallest spire and best-preserved Magna Carta.

Zombie Scavengers hunt stands out by blending real-world urban exploration with an exciting zombie apocalypse narrative. Its uniqueness lies in the complete player freedom; unlike standard hunts, you get to choose your own route and the order of tasks across the city, making it a strategic exercise. The immersive experience is powered by an app that tracks your survival points from finding supplies and completing fun, themed photo/video challenges. Crucially, it includes a remote survival guide who assists you via chat, and your score is compared in real-time on a national leaderboard, turning your local adventure into a country-wide competition.

Indoor rock climbing experiences are great exercise but lack the stunning views of the outdoors. On this half-day small-group climbing experience, put on your harness, helmet, and rock shoes and head to Avon Gorge near Bristol to scale the Idleburger Buttress. Be sure to take in views of the nearby Clifton Suspension Bridge once you near the top.

Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive stroll through Wells. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll savour Wells' charm, where dragon slayers and medieval streets meet. I’ll tell you about the heroic dragon-slaying bishop, Bishop Jocelin, and how the town commemorates this dramatic event every 50 years to prevent the mythical creatures’ return. At Wells Cathedral, you’ll hear about spectacular Palm Sunday processions to the cathedral, where the religious community dresses up in their cassocks, surplices, and copes. The tour ends at the Wells Market Cross & Fountain, where I’ll tell you how William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania, once addressed 3,000 people at a nearby pub. At the end of this tour, you’ll have discovered Wells’ charming streets and the delightful folklore hidden around every corner. I’ll also tell you how Wells is a favourite filming destination for British studios and let you in on some famous productions filmed here.

Discover the rich and robust flavors of traditional Spanish cuisine in this immersive cooking class. Guided by Chef Celia Chan, you'll create a shareable feast using authentic ingredients like fresh seafood, chorizo, and fragrant spices. Learn key techniques, from perfecting your knife skills to cooking tender rice and frying golden churros. Dishes such as garlic prawns and seafood paella will bring the vibrant taste of Spain to your table. Whether you're cooking for friends or family, this class offers an unforgettable experience. Available in Mandarin or Cantonese upon request.

Let me show you around some of Bath's most iconic highlights, including Pulteney Bridge and Weir, Bath Abbey, The Circus, The Royal Crescent and more! These stunning locations will serve as backdrops for my bold, beautiful and creative portrait photography. This walk is perfect for solo travellers, couples, friends, families and groups of up to 5 participants. I have been a full-time, professional photographer for 17 years. I am friendly, easy going and make all my photoshoots fun! Over the years I have photographed many thousands of people and I will use my knowledge and experience to help you feel relaxed and look your best on camera, with a combination of candid and posed photographic styles.

Bristol is a vibrant and creative city on the River Avon, with fascinating medieval and maritime history combined with a thriving contemporary modern culture. It has two universities and is the home of Banksy and the explosion of the street art movement, alternative bands like Portishead and Massive Attack, as well as the medieval Old City lined with cobblestone streets, Gothic spires and Georgian terraces that speak of a history rich in global trade. Enjoy a privately guided tour of the highlights of the city followed by a drink on us at a local traditional pub. Wander the medieval cobblestone streets of the Old City, stroll the avenues of Georgian terraces, admire the Gothic architecture of St Mary Redcliffe as you learn of the fascinating maritime history of the city. Enjoy the contemporary and creative buzz of the modern city, as you walk down Nelson Street with its explosion of street art, and several Banksy’s, before stopping in at the pub for a well-deserved drink on us!

Port Isaac is one of Cornwall's most photographed fishing villages, and it's easy to see why television came calling. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll follow in the footsteps of the famously grumpy Dr. Martin Ellingham through the real streets of Portwenn, discovering how this working harbour village became one of Britain's best-loved TV locations. The tour starts near the South West Coast Path entrance, where you'll head down Fore Street Hill into the heart of the village. Along the way, you'll spot Louisa's various houses from different series, Mrs Tishell's pharmacy, which relocated several times across the show's 10 series, and the Victorian schoolhouse where Louisa taught, with its sweeping views across the harbour to the Doc's surgery beyond. The tour ends at Fern Cottage, the iconic surgery exterior that launched a thousand photographs – a private residence, so you'll want to stay on the road, but unmistakable from the moment you see it.

Our Party Passes offer a flexible way to experience popular weekend nightlife venues. Designed for both small and large groups, they provide pre-arranged guestlist access to selected bars and clubs across the UK. You are free to visit as many or as few of the included venues as you wish, at your own pace, making this a great option for those who prefer an independent night out rather than a fixed itinerary. This experience is not a guided tour. There is no host and no timetable to follow. Instead, your group is placed on the guestlist at each participating venue. On arrival, simply give your name at the door to receive guestlist entry. Where a standard door charge applies, entry is included at no additional cost.

Embark on a captivating 2.5-hour walking tour through the historic city of Bath, designed to be both entertaining and educational for visitors of all ages. This family-friendly experience combines history, culture, and interactive storytelling, offering a unique way to explore Bath’s rich past. As you wander through the city’s charming streets, you’ll discover its iconic landmarks while participating in engaging activities that make learning enjoyable. With a leisurely pace and plenty of fascinating tales, this tour promises a memorable experience for the entire family.

If you need to travel between London Heathrow Airport and Bath, don’t worry about looking up public transport options. Instead, make your journey as stress-free as possible with a flexible private transfer service. Begin with a convenient meet and greet, then enjoy seamless and worry-free transportation to the drop-off location of your choice.

The Espresso Martini was invented by British bar tender Dick Bradsell in London. Legend has it that a ‘top model’ asked for a drink that would ‘wake me up and f**k me up’ at the same time. Bradsell complied mixing vodka with espresso and coffee liqueur and the Espresso Martini was born. This hugely popular cocktail is now considered one of the classics and the the perfect post dinner cocktail. This 2 hour class is perfect for groups looking for a little pick me up after dinner or before hitting the town. Obviously if you are coffee lover this cocktail class is perfect for you but make sure everyone in your group also enjoys coffee! This classic cocktail is simple to make and its all about the crema to get that frothy foam on the top. Our experienced mixologists will show you have to make the perfect Espresso Martini’s. You don’t have to be Kate Moss to enjoy an Espresso Martini and this class work for both hens and stags.

Successfully smuggle your liquor past the Warden and serve your time with a covert supply of personalised cocktails. This is the bar behind bars, where the serving inmates are your bartenders, the guards are crooked and you become a part of the story. Welcome to Alcotraz Penitentiary, the first prison-themed speakeasy to come to Bristol!

Unique tailored skippered sailing trips or river trips for two persons sailing trips or for half day river trips up to 3 persons plus skipper. Visit small Cornish harbours, a good chance of seeing dolphins and seals up close, sail along the Cornish coast seeing caves and cliffs or visit hideaway places up the river Fal. Your choice on the day subject to weather and tides. Hands on experience or let your skipper do all the work. Shebeca is a small but very capable yacht and your skipper has sailed her round Britain, Ireland and into Biscay, often single handed. No experience required. You will be collected from your hotel if required and a traditional Cornish pastie lunch plus tea, coffee, water will be provided for full day tours. Half day river tours, bottled water only is provided but you are welcome to bring your own snacks. Prices are for the yacht and skipper, not per person.

Step back in time to the first night of the Bristol Blitz. We follow the devastation from the heart of the Old town and into Castle Park to hunt for evidence of WW2. Castle park once was filled with shops theatres and restraunts. Hear about how this was all lost in a single night. See the ruins of St. Peter's church and Temple church before we finish at the Kings Head pub. The Kings Head is a 1940's time capsule and the perfect place to discuss the tour over a pint!

Experience Bristol through the eyes of engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, the man behind the Clifton Bridge, on this self-guided app tour. You'll explore the city on foot while listening to commentary from a professional tour guide, with the opportunity to move as quickly or as slowly as you see fit.

Tales of smugglers haunts, press gangs & skulduggery along the quaysides….as you join Mark on the tour that explores the exploits of old amongst the medieval drinking houses. The tour commences outside of the 15th century Old Guildhall, on Higher Market Street in East Looe. From the seafront, you’ll learn tales of the wreckers who lured boats onto the rocks, shipwrecks around Looe’s coastlines…. to royal navy pressgangs rounding up recruits, it is the Looe you never knew! From ghostly tales of the white hare of West Looe Hill & hauntings at the Jolly Sailor - to trapped souls in the cells of the Old Guildhall… the tour will discover tales of the Town’s darker days. During the tour, you hear about Amran & Jochabed, who lived on Looe Island & used it as a stopping point for their contraband… as well as ‘Battling Billy’ and his kegs of illicit liquor hidden inside coffins.

Explore two enchanting destinations on this private day tour from Bath. Begin with a visit to Wells, England's smallest city, where the stunning 13th-century cathedral and the oldest residential street in Europe await you. After a hearty pub lunch, journey to Glastonbury, rich in legends, to see the historic ruins of Glastonbury Abbey and, if you choose, hike up the Glastonbury Tor for panoramic views of the area. This tour is perfect for those wanting to see some of the region's beautiful sights and those interested in the mystical side of English culture! - Includes entrance tickets to Wells Cathedral and Glastonbury Abbey - Private transportation and a local guide provided - Lunch is reserved at a local pub but not included in the price

With this fusion of a tour, treasure hunt, and outdoor escape game, you can discover Bristol’s iconic street art in a fun and immersive way. Don’t worry about following big groups around or playing with people you don’t know—this is a private and self-guided experience for your personal group that you play using a smartphone. Along the way, learn about emerging street artists, as well as the world-renowned Banksy.

Book your private Departure transfer from Bristol city hotels to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). All Vehicles are fully licensed and insured. Our cars are equipped with all the necessary facilities for a trip to any part of the world under any weather conditions, including additional fastenings for sports and other equipment. Our transfers will provide you with such services: meeting with a name plate, door-to-door delivery, no hidden fees, clean cars and professional drivers, which will make your trip more comfortable and safe. We guarantee the quality of the services provided.

Leaving transport planning to the day of travel can mean crowded public transport or delays waiting for taxis. Save yourself the stress and make your trip from Bath to London Heathrow Airport as worry-free as possible by organizing your private tour transfer in advance. Get picked up at a time and place to suit your schedule, then travel directly to the airport without any further stops.

Escape the crowds of the city centre and join me on my favourite scenic stroll through Bath. This walking tour will give you an opportunity to soak up the city’s incredible architecture and meander along the peaceful Kennet and Avon Canal. This walk is ideal for visitors who’d like to see a beautiful, historic side of Bath that’s often missed by tourists. During our walk, you’ll hear the fascinating stories behind Bath’s famous buildings as well as some of its lesser-known corners, including: • Pulteney Bridge • Bath’s longest boulevard, Great Pulteney Street • The Recreation Ground, a famous spot for sports fans • Jane Austen’s house • Sydney Gardens, the place to be seen in the early 1800s This 90-minute walk is predominantly on flat ground with a few steps in places, so is suitable for all ages. On a nice summer’s day, you could take a picnic to enjoy in the park, or purchase some refreshments at the park café.