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Villa Petraia, watercolour by M. Nixon, publ. 1916.

House & Garden tours

From great historical gardens to the private oases of garden designers and homeowners, our house and garden tours offer an escape from the urban environment. The focus spans classical forms of domestic architecture, where country houses, villas and private gardens act as places of refuge, freedom and self-expression, to brilliant modern public spaces, designed to keep the preoccupations of the city at a distance.

We offer the chance to explore every aspect of the garden and its environs, from great Renaissance creations in Italy and France to the cultural traditions of Japan’s exquisite temple gardens; from famous gardens and little-known treasures in the northern counties of Scotland, to the wild flora of Portugal and the allure of Tuscany. Privileged access is a feature, with contributions from garden designers, homeowners and head gardeners.

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Great Houses of the North Derbyshire, Yorkshire, Co. Durham, Northumberland

Walking in Southern Bohemia From castle to castle in glorious countryside

Versailles: Seat of the Sun King The greatest palace & garden

Great Private Houses in Norfolk Special arrangements and in-depth visits

Gardens in the Highlands Horticulture and garden design in northern Scotland

" We loved that everything was paid for in advance and more than exceeded our expectations. The tour was first class! Thank you. " Great Houses of the North - Derbyshire, Yorkshire, Co. Durham, Northumberland

" First rate. A well planned week of good hikes and interesting sites. " Walking in Southern Bohemia - From castle to castle in glorious countryside

" Of all my many MRT trips this one must come near the top of my list – thank you – it was a really wonderful trip. " Versailles: Seat of the Sun King - The greatest palace & garden

" A good range of properties, each offering a different experience. The back-story and context greatly added to the experience and enjoyment. " Great Private Houses in Norfolk - Special arrangements and in-depth visits

" Colin Crosbie is extremely knowledgeable but I was most impressed by how generous he was with his time and willingness to continue the discussion after a visit. " Gardens in the Highlands - Horticulture and garden design in northern Scotland

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House & Garden tours