If you are planning a trip to Britain, ‘The Great British Heritage Pass’ is a must have! Britain boasts some of the richest history in the world, and an abundance of magnificent, old world monuments throughout England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. With the Great British Heritage Pass you can visit them all, and you will be granted free entry to over 580 UK heritage properties. Designed exclusively for the overseas international visitor, the Great British Heritage Pass takes you to world renowned properties as well as hidden gems under the care of National Trust, English Heritage, National Trust for Scotland and Historic Scotland, all together for one price on one pass!
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Itinerary
This is a pass to visit the historical monuments, museums and other attractions of North England, London, South and South East England, Heart of England, East Midlands, East of England, South West England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. You can opt for either a 4 day, 7, 15 or 30 day pass. This will save you the agony of waiting in a queue. The pass will provide you free entrance to over 580 attractions in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, 72 Page guidebook and map of Great Britain. The highlights of the Great British Heritage Pass are:
• Edinburgh Castle: Edinburgh Castle is an impressive fortress and one of Scotland’s best loved sightseeing attractions, sits atop an extinct volcano overlooking the capital city of Scotland.
• Stonehenge: Stonehenge in Wiltshire, England, is one of the world’s most recognized sites, a circle of mystery that fascinates visitors from all over the world. Your visit to Stonehenge allows you to walk around the outside of the stone circle, and you can listen to some of the myths and legends about Stonehenge on the audio tour.
• Leeds Castle: Leeds Castle is one of England's most picturesque castles, often described as the ‘loveliest castle in the world.’ It is set on two islands and has been home to royalty, lords, and ladies for over 1000 years. The Castle itself has Norman foundations, a medieval gatehouse, a Tudor tower, and a 19th century country house.
• St. Paul’s Cathedral: Admire St. Paul’s Cathedral’s magnificent dome from the Cathedral floor, which has been built in the shape of the cross - the dome crowns the intersection of the arms. It is also one of the largest cathedral domes in the world, and mosaics of prophets and saints decorate it on the inside.
• Chatsworth: Chatsworth is an opulent 17th century heritage home located within the magnificent landscape of Derbyshire’s Peak District National Park in England. It is home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, and is one of Britain’s best loved historic houses and estates. It contains one of Europe’s finest private art collections, representing 4000 years worth of European culture and craftsmanship, from ancient Greece to modern work by British artists.
• Shakespeare’s Birthplace: Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford, England, is where William Shakespeare, one of the world’s greatest writers, was born in 1564 and where he grew up. The house includes both original and replica items similar to those that would have been at the property when Shakespeare was a child.
• Warwick Castle: It is regarded as the finest medieval castle in England. Visit Warwick Castle’s ‘Death or Glory,’ where you can see armour and military items that have been accumulated over thousands of years by the Earls of Warwick.
• Anne Hathaway’s Cottage: Anne Hathaway’s Cottage was the childhood home of Shakespeare’s wife, and it is also believed this is where he courted Anne. It contains many rare items of furniture dating back to Anne’s time, including the finely carved, oak Hathaway bed.
• Stirling Castle: Stirling Castle is the grandest of Scotland's castles and one of the most popular visitor attractions in the country. Positioned 250 feet above the plain on an extinct volcano, Stirling Castle became the strategic military key to the kingdom during the 13th and 14th Century Wars of Independence, and was the favourite royal residence of many of the Stuart Monarchs.
• Blenheim Palace: Blenheim Palace, once home to one of Britain’s greatest leaders, is a beautiful palace which played a big part in British heritage. Blenheim Palace is a magnificent baroque palace, the birthplace and childhood home of Sir Winston Churchill and the home of the 11th Duke of Marlborough.
Other attractions include:
• England's North Country: Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill, Aldborough Roman Town, Alnwick Castle, Aydon Castle B Barnard Castle, Beatrix Potter Gallery and many other attractions.
• East of England: Anglesey Abbey, Gardens & Lode Mill, Audley End House and Gardens B Blickling Hall and many other attractions.
• East Midlands: Ashby de la Zouch Castle B Belton House, Belvoir Castle, Bolsover Castle, Burghley House C Calke Abbey and many other attractions.
• Heart of England: Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, Ashleworth Tithe Barn, Attingham Park B Baddesley Clinton, Benthall Hall and many other attractions.
• South West England: A la Ronde, Antony House, Arlington Court, Athelhampton House & Gardens, Avebury Manor and Garden and other attractions.
• London: Apsley House (The Wellington Museum), Chiswick House E Eltham Palace and Gardens F Fenton House H Ham House, Hampton Court Palace J Jewel Tower and many more attractions.
• South East England: Alfriston Clergy House, Arundel Castle B Basildon Park, Bateman’s, 1066 Battle of Hastings Abbey and Battlefield, Bayham Abbey and other attractions.
• Scotland: Aberdour Castle, Alloa Tower, Angus Folk Museum, Arbroath Abbey, Arduaine Garden and many more attractions
• Wales: Aberconwy House, Aberdulais Falls B Beaumaris Castle, Blaenavon Ironworks, Bodnant Garden C Caerleon Roman Amphitheatre and other attractions.
• Northern Ireland: Ardress House, The Argory C Castle Coole, Castle Ward F Florence Court G Gray’s Printing Press H Hezlett House M Mount Stewart House and Garden P Patterson’s Spade Mill
Plan your itinerary and explore Britain at your convenience.
Last minute changes are free
- Things can happen and your plans can change, therefore we have negotiated flexible amendment and cancellation policies. In most cases no fees apply for changing dates up to a day before travel. Also, we are one of the very few companies who will not charge you any admin/ processing fees for cancellations. In fact there is no charge at all for bookings cancelled a week in advance, for most of our products. Refer cancellation policy for more details.