Of all the things we did on our trip to London, one of the most satisfying was a day trip out to the Cotswolds to see Blenheim Palace, Oxford and then Windsor Castle. We could not have done all 3 in one day without an excellent guide. He was the same one who toured us through London, making sure that we got a front row view of the changing of the guards. I’ll share his contact info at the end of the post.
In the meantime, enjoy the views. First up, Blenheim Palace (birthplace of Winston Churchill), which was fun for us because our King Charles Cavalier, Molly, is a “Blenheim”. The gardens and grounds are spectacular and were created by the renown landscape designer, “Capability” Brown.
Finally, we were off to Windsor, which feels so appropriate given that the newest Windsor is set to arrive in just a few weeks. The Royal Standard was flying, which means that the Queen was there. She grew up at the castle and was known as Lilibet by her grandfather, King George V. We were told it is here that she enjoys being the most and that she sees Buckingham Palace as her “work residence”.
If you are headed to London, I definitely recommend this day trip. And, for those of you who would like the name of my guide and how to reach him, here you go! He was FANTASTIC!!
Bryan Gorin
bryan.gorin@btinternet.com
www.bluebadgetaxitours.com
0208 302 2348
Now, I’m already thinking about a taking another family trip in 2014…to Florence and Rome. Anyone have any suggestions?
Elizabeth-
Thank you so much for sharing your trip. You took some gorgeous pictures. London is on the top of my list of places to visit soon, so I will be using this contact information.
Happy Monday,
Teresa
xoxo
How fun! I did my study abroad at Oxford and we took a day trip to Blenheim. This post brings back such wonderful memories!
i detect another architecture buff here, aren't the buildings so magnificent and diverse!
love that little dairy truck!
here's to hoping for many more posts
debra
xxx
Wonderful images.
I love looking at the buildings and thinking about when they were first being built – no modern technology or equipment, and they are perfect. The gardens are lovely.
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Hi Elizabeth,
I'm so glad you took the time to make this day trip. I spent a summer at Oxford many years ago and just loved it and the surrounding country side. It's so fun to see your photos here. Your guide must have been truly fantastic to help you navigate these three spots in one day!
Florence and Rome? Two of my favorites. I think your boys would just love Rome in particular. Too many recommendations for just one comment, but when I went to Rome, I was fortunate because a friend of mine was there filming a documentary about the Roman underground. She worked with an organization called Roma Sotterranea, and set up tours for us with them which were fascinating. http://www.romasotterranea.it They can take you to sites normally closed to the public and show you a side to the city not many are even aware of.
A warm welcome back and happy Monday to you! XOXO
Good morning Elizabeth!! What a wonderful post on your amazing day trip! I am really looking forward to your upcoming London posts. And, thanks for the great recommendation of the tour guide – I am adding it to my London file.
Rome and Florence next year…that sounds VERY exciting! The boys will LOVE Italy!
Have a beautiful day!! xoxo
Elizabeth I remember when we went to London and made a day trip out to Windsor Castle; so much history everywhere!
xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
I really enjoyed all of those great architecture shots – that was my favorite thing to capture when we traveled in Europe. So glad you had such a wonderful time and your son is adorable! 🙂
I haven't been to Bleinham Palace or Windsor since 1997, when my husband and I toured England for a month with his grandparents. This would be an excellent itinerary for my children during our next trip to London!
We are doing an eastern and western Mediterranean cruise next summer to celebrate my MIL's 70th, and Florence and Rome are two stops (via motor coach). It's only going to be a high level taste of the cities, but I am looking forward to seeing them again, this time with my children.
With all these great pictures and descriptions, it feels as if we were there with you! If you do go to Florence, you'll have to let our aunt be your guide… She married an Italian 50th ago and never came home!
xxoo
C + C
Wow Elizabeth it looks like you're having a great time! Loving the climbing roses at the castle and wish I could grow them like that. Ty looks like he was made for the English countryside. As for a suggestion for Florence….please pack me in your suitcase…;)
XXX
Debra~
Looks like a wonderful trip Elizabeth! Gorgeous countryside and architecture. A tour guide sounds like the way to go to get the perfect tour. That little dairy truck is so cute!
Happy Monday! xxleslie
LOVE the photos, the guides name is going right into my someday soon file, thanks!
The photo with the row of store fronts has to be my favorite, I love walking down charming streets like that!
Looks fantastic! The architecture, the contrasts…thanks so much for sharing, hope to get there soon.
Hugs,
Amy
Thank you for a beautiful post.
As a lover of architecture, I am drooling over these pictures! Wow! Looks like it was a wonderful trip and quite the experience. You will adore Rome! Lots of artistic and architectural eye candy.
So magical and right up my alley! Truly so charming!
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