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Nicola Matthewsaxis events
Air-Conditioning Group
August 2013
Nicola Matthewsaxis events
Air-Conditioning Group
August 2013
Prepared for Pamela ShepherdMICE RepresentativeDream EscapeJuly 2013
Catherine WarnerJuly 2009
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Our experienced guides and curators will greet the group on
arrival at London Heathrow Airport. It’s a short transfer into
central London and to your hotel in the heart of Mayfair.
Check in will be operated from a private hospitality suite with
our guides on hand to help with any questions or queries.
Assuming that you have an early check-in arranged guests can
retire to their rooms to freshen up after the long flights.
We will be able to provide guests with a local information
guide for their afternoon at leisure – maybe taking a visit to
the Asprey store as pictured here. We could also provide some
set-time departures for a local walking tour with our guides.
This will provide guests with flexibility without having to
commit to anything in advance, as guests may not be able to
predict how they will feel after traveling for so long.
Relaxed reception at the Hotel this evening with our guides on
hand to take care of any questions or queries regarding the
activities for the following day.
Day Two
Arrival into London
Catherine WarnerJuly 2009
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Westminster Abbey & Panoramic Tour
Staggered departure from the hotel this morning in a number
of coaches. Each coach will take a different route to see the
main sites in London on a panoramic city tour, including view
of Buckingham Palace and Big Ben. The tour will include a
visit to Westminster Abbey where the marriage of Prince
William and Kate Middleton took place in 2011.
Lunch on the Silver Sturgeon
The individual coaches will drop guests off at the Silver
Sturgeon on the River Thames. This wonderful boat, the
flagship vessel of the fleet that includes the official Royal
barge on the River Thames, is fitted to a very high standard
will be taken privately for a cruise along the River, with drinks
and lunch on board. With a capacity for seated dining of up to
440 people this is a great way to see London from the water
and entertain the whole group in a unique setting and with a
wonderful meal.
Private Capsules on the London Eye
After lunch the Silver Sturgeon will then dock alongside the
London Eye and it’s then time to take to the sky. The group
will have seen London at street level, from the water and now
they will have the chance to take a birds-eye view of central
and greater London in private capsules. The waiting coaches
will takes guests back to the hotel as they disembark the
London Eye.
Day Three
Orientation Tours
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Dine Around
After freshening up at the hotel guests will depart in groups to
a variety of restaurants. These will be a range of styles and
locations based on what shows people will be attending later
in the evening. These pre-theatre dinners tend to be early
evening and typically 2-courses due to the limited time
available before the evening shows begin. Depart for your
show by vehicle, on foot, or by coach depending on your
location.
West End Theatre, Globe Theatre or Royal Opera House
You’ll have a great selection of shows to choose from in the
colourful West End. Indeed you may want to see a classic or
perhaps a new show on the scene. Options will also include the
Royal Opera House for a Ballet or Opera, as well as a trip
across to the Southbank and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.
Details of all the available shows for 2014 will be released
later this year and in early 2014. Return to the hotel at the end
of the evening by coach or on foot depending on your location.
Day Three
Dinner & Evening Theatre Tickets
Catherine WarnerJuly 2009
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Windsor Castle & Eton College
After a relaxed breakfast you’ll depart central London and
drive out to the wonderful Windsor Castle. It is the oldest and
largest occupied castle in the world and the Official Residence
of Her Majesty The Queen. Your visit will take in the ornate
State Apartments – partly rebuilt following the fire of 1992 –
and the gothic marvel of St. George’s Chapel. On to lunch at
the acclaimed Savill Building, followed by a tour of Eton
College with one of the ‘Old Boys’ (subject to availability).
Return to the hotel in London later in the afternoon.
Oxford & Blenheim Palace
Depart London by luxury coach this morning for drive to
Oxford – the City of Dreaming Spires famous the world over
for its University and place in history. It has been home to
royalty and scholars for over 800 years. Explore the city with
your expert local guide and visit the amazing Christ Church
for a behind the scenes tour that provides access to the
college's history, its architecture, student life, and will show
locations associated with the world of Lewis Carroll and of
course, scene settings for Harry Potter films. After lunch in
one of the many local restaurants you’ll drive the short
distance to Woodstock and the amazing Blenheim Palace – the
birthplace of Winston Churchill in 1874 and home of the 11th
Duke & Duchess of Marlborough. Return to London after a
tour of the Palace and Gardens.
Day Four
Optional Daytime Tours
Catherine WarnerJuly 2009
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Mercedes World - Brooklands
For those members of the group who are fascinated by
engineering, style and, more importantly, speed – here is an
opportunity to spend a day at Mercedes-Benz World at
Brooklands. Depart London by coach in the morning for
Brooklands in Weybridge, Surrey and return later in the
afternoon, with lunch on-site at Mercedes-Benz World. Take an
exhilarating driving experience, as well as passenger laps with
one of the highly skilled drivers. After lunch, you’ll also be able
to take a tour around the exhibitions that show the heritage of
Mercedes-Benz, either at your own pace or a guided tour with
one of the on-site curators.
Hampton Court & River Thames Boat Ride
This is the story of two palaces: a Tudor palace, magnificently
developed by Cardinal Wolsey and later Henry VIII, alongside
a Baroque palace built by William III and Mary II. Depart
London by coach for Hampton court for a private tour of the
Palace and the Gardens, before enjoying a fork buffet in the
Royal Tennis Club Rooms. Followed with a boat ride along the
River Thames direct from the palace to Chertsey where your
coach will take you the rest of the way into London and to your
hotel.
Day Four
Optional Daytime Tours
Catherine WarnerJuly 2009
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Stonehenge & Salisbury Cathedral
Depart London after breakfast this morning and visit the
World Heritage Site of Stonehenge. Located near Salisbury in
the beautiful Wiltshire countryside, it is a highlight of the
South West. After your visit to Stonehenge you’ll drive on to
Salisbury, a quintessentially English city with one of the finest
medieval Cathedrals in Britain. Enjoy lunch in one of the local
Inns followed by a guided tour of the Cathedral and a walking
tour of the city with your expert guide. Return to London by
coach later in the afternoon.
Hever Castle & Chartwell
Dating from 1270, Hever Castle has a homely atmosphere and
houses historic 16th century Tudor portraits, furniture and
tapestries. Other artefacts include two magnificent Books of
Hours (prayer books), both signed and inscribed by Anne
Boleyn. Enjoy a private guided tour followed by lunch in one of
the two restaurants. It’s then just a short drive to Chartwell –
the family home of Sir Winston Churchill until the end of his
life. Explore the house and gardens which remain much as
they were when he lived there. Return to London following the
visits.
Day Four
Optional Daytime Tours
Catherine WarnerJuly 2009
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The Victoria & Albert Museum
Reflecting its reputation as the world's greatest museum of art
and design, the V&A's magnificent South Kensington building
is itself an unique gem of Victorian architecture. The perfect
location for a Gala Awards Dinner.
Coaches will transport all the guests to the amazing John
Madejski Gardens for a black-tie drinks reception and
canapés. It’s then on into the Raphael Gallery for an amazing
dinner. Raphael Gallery houses some of the most important
surviving examples of Renaissance art in the world. The seven
Raphael cartoons, dating back to 1516, are complemented by
a gilded Spanish altarpiece lending a striking backdrop to the
dinner and awards presentations.
The group will enjoy a wonderful 4-course dinner to coincide
with the awards ceremony and speeches. Afterwards the Dome
will be made available for dancing until midnight or 1am as
required.
Transportation back to the hotel will depart every 15-20
minutes.
Overnight in London
Day Four
Gala Dinner
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Enjoy a relaxing leisurely morning today with time for some
local shopping or time to recover from a late night, perhaps
with brunch or a casual lunch at the hotel or at a local
restaurant.
Coaches will depart the hotel at 3pm for the short drive to
Kensington and the wonderful private Kensington Roof
Gardens. Located one hundred feet above Kensington High
Street in central London, The Roof Gardens and Babylon
Restaurant are truly spectacular.
Originally above Derry and Tom's department store which
opened in 1933, The Roof Gardens were the dream child of the
vice president of Barkers, Trevor Bowen, who employed
landscape architect Ralph Hancock to realise his vision. There
are three themed gardens, with over 70 full size trees, a
flowing stream stocked with fish and the resident flamingos
Bill, Ben, Splosh and Pecks.
You’ll enjoy an afternoon cocktail reception with Jazz music
and time to relax in this stunning oasis in central London.
Later on there will be a gourmet buffet and BBQ together with
some more musical entertainment. Transportation back to the
hotel will depart every 15-20 minutes.
Overnight in London and transfers to London Heathrow or a
mainline train station the following morning.
Day Five
Morning at Leisure & Afternoon Garden Party
All of our programme overviews provide just the basic itinerary information. There is of course a huge amount of detail that sits behind each proposal.
If you have any questions or queries about any part of your proposal please do let us know. We look forward to hearing from you at your convenience to confirm your dream escape.
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