Short Music & History events
For our annual series of chamber music events, we engage some of the finest ensembles in the UK and Europe. Within an overarching theme, the music is carefully chosen and programmed to provide an illuminating sequence. Talks with a musicologist – or by the musicians themselves – are incorporated. While the events are undeniably indulgent and leisurely retreats, they are also intended to stimulate the mind and enchant the aesthetic sensibilities. Tickets to individual concerts (without accommodation and meals) are also available to book.
Our history weekends each focus on a particular aspect or period of history, with talks by leading experts, Q&A sessions and plenary discussions. Your accommodation is included in the price, as are most meals.
Featured Short Music & History events
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A brilliantly constructed tour; we saw and experienced so much. The outline itinerary looked great, then the detailed itinerary was even better. "
Castile & León - The magnificent heart of Spain
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Well planned, each destination easily reached, allowing ample time for official guiding and personal exploration; enjoyed each day very much. "
The Heart of Italy - Umbria’s finest art and architecture
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Marc Millon's presentation of the subject matter was engaging and beautifully delivered. His ability to blend the culinary and vinicultural aspects with the culture, past history of the region and to put it all in the context of our current times was faultless. The inclusion of additional local guides added substantially to the benefits of the tour. The local producers provided excellent details of the products of which they are appropriately proud. "
Gastronomic Friuli-Venezia Giulia - Superb food and wine in Italy’s less frequented north east
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As always with Martin Randall, a completely lovely, almost effortless (for us), happy experience. "
Opera in Vienna - Mozart, Nicolai, Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev
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The itinerary was excellent. I couldn't believe you could provide so many fascinating and diverse sites. There was something remarkable everyday. "
Eastern Turkey - Archaeology, architecture, history & landscapes
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A brilliantly constructed tour; we saw and experienced so much. The outline itinerary looked great, then the detailed itinerary was even better. "
Castile & León - The magnificent heart of Spain
"
Well planned, each destination easily reached, allowing ample time for official guiding and personal exploration; enjoyed each day very much. "
The Heart of Italy - Umbria’s finest art and architecture
"
Marc Millon's presentation of the subject matter was engaging and beautifully delivered. His ability to blend the culinary and vinicultural aspects with the culture, past history of the region and to put it all in the context of our current times was faultless. The inclusion of additional local guides added substantially to the benefits of the tour. The local producers provided excellent details of the products of which they are appropriately proud. "
Gastronomic Friuli-Venezia Giulia - Superb food and wine in Italy’s less frequented north east
"
As always with Martin Randall, a completely lovely, almost effortless (for us), happy experience. "
Opera in Vienna - Mozart, Nicolai, Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev
"
The itinerary was excellent. I couldn't believe you could provide so many fascinating and diverse sites. There was something remarkable everyday. "
Eastern Turkey - Archaeology, architecture, history & landscapes
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A brilliantly constructed tour; we saw and experienced so much. The outline itinerary looked great, then the detailed itinerary was even better. "
Castile & León - The magnificent heart of Spain