Location: 

Plymouth

Operator

A Taste of England Tours

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Plymouth in the county of Devon is inextricably linked with the story of the Mayflower Pilgrims. It is from the safety of this superb harbour that the Mayflower finally left England, in September 1620, on her perilous voyage to the New World. Enjoy a guided tour of old Plymouth, the Barbican and Hoe, and visit superb exhibitions about Mayflower that tell the story of the Pilgrims’ mission, their journey and the challenges they faced pioneering new settlements in unknown lands.

The addition of a guided trip to Buckland Abbey, the Drake family home, makes a full day’s tour, enabling us to explore the great changes that took place in Tudor England and
ultimately gave rise to the great migration westwards, across the Atlantic.

The Highlights:  

The services and expertise of a local Blue Badge Guide:

• Enjoy a guided walking tour of Plymouth’s Barbican and Sutton Harbour. We search out the waterside, winding streets and the Tudor buildings that the Pilgrim Fathers would recognise from their stay here in August 1620. Walk up on to the Hoe for outstanding views of Plymouth Sound and stories of exploration, heroism and endeavour.
• Uncover, with your personal Blue Badge Guide, intriguing questions and evidence of the Pilgrims’ story at Plymouth’s 21st century flagship museum and gallery, The Box. 
• Pass under the memorial arch and stand above the Mayflower Steps to reflect on the moment the Pilgrims stepped aboard Mayflower and embarked upon their world changing journey. Find out more at the Mayflower Museum. 
• Sample awarding winning food and drink at the renowned Plymouth Gin distillery on the site of the Friary that housed some of the Pilgrims during their time in Plymouth.
• Additional option for a full day’s tour; journey out to Buckland Abbey to explore the home of the great navigator and explorer Sir Francis Drake. At this ancient abbey and family home we delve into the stories of the great changes that took place in Tudor England and led many faithful souls to seek new lives in America.

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Price

• 1/2 day (no transport) from £35 per person
• Full day including coach from £ 85 per person (coach to be arranged and paid for by operator)

Group Size

Min 2, Max 15

Contact

Julia Morris Blue Badge Guide, MITG.

https://www.atasteofenglandtours.com/plymouth-mayflower-city
+44 (0) 7817 364981
julia@atasteofenglandtours.com