30 SEPT – 2 OCT 2011 – LONDON HEALERS AND MEDICINE TOUR FROM THE RUBENS BY THE PALACE HOTEL ****
A brand new specialist short break which shows London from a different perspective with an opportunity to explore the diversity of the subject of medicine, both historically and in the present day. We see the Old Operating Theatre and Herb Garrett, Apothecaries Hall, the Hunterian Museum in the Royal College of Surgeons, The Museum of the Order of St John, The Florence Nightingale Museum, The Science Museum and Chelsea Physic Garden. Your London Blue Badge Guide is a Medical Historian.
14/16 OCTOBER 2011 – FOOD, FLOWER AND WINE TOUR FROM THE RUBENS HOTEL ****
Escorted by one of our expert London Blue Badge Guides, with a specific interest in the subject, we explore Borough Market where “foodies” rub shoulders with restaurateurs, chefs and amateur cooks to shop for fresh produce and food and drink of the highest quality. Visit cheese makers, chocolate makers and specialist shops in London’s West End and make an early visit to New Covent Garden market, the largest flower market in the UK. We have a talk and demonstration by a professional florist with morning coffee, scones and cream included. We visit Vinopolis, a unique attraction under a Victorian railway viaduct and dedicated to the joy of wine. After our tour and wine tasting we have the ultimate afternoon tea at The Rubens Hotel.
17/20 OCTOBER 2011 – LIVERPOOL CITY OF ARTS AND HERITAGE FROM THE MARRIOTT CENTRAL HOTEL LIVERPOOL ****
During the 1880’s Liverpool was a transatlantic crossroads making the city one of the richest in Europe – a wealth reflected in the stunning legacy of its architecture and museums.
Tour Costs, further information and joining details for the above tours can be requested and downloadable factsheets providing this information will follow
Dates and Themes for 2012 to follow
