History tours and events
Our History tours focus on significant events, encounters and destinations, from castle-builders and conquest in medieval Wales to The Making of Argentina; from forces that shaped the Western Balkans to the passion and politics of civil war Spain. Acclaimed historians provide context and analysis on in-depth journeys through place and time.
Central to all our history tours is the choice of lecturer; top academics and experts with first-hand experience of the places and detailed knowledge of the period in question. They include former diplomats, army officers and foreign correspondents – well placed through their myriad contacts to open doors onto the past.
Additionally, our UK based residential history symposia programme presents leading scholarship in digestible and entertaining ways. We run one of two of these events per year – contact us to register your interest.
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I was honoured to be allowed entrance to the many exquisite palaces and tour the city to gain such an insight into the history and beauty of Florence. "
Florentine Palaces - Defence, humanism, magnificence and beauty
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For anyone interested in the history of design education or the development of 20th century architecture, this tour is a must. "
Bauhaus - The birth of modern architecture and design
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Very well designed to provide a broad spectrum of experience. "
Arts & Crafts in the Cotswolds - Art and artefacts in the buildings they were designed for
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Well planned and extremely enjoyable. A great variety of gardens which were all beautiful in their individual way.
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Great Gardens of Southern England - Horticulture historical and contemporary
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First rate. A well planned week of good hikes and interesting sites. "
Walking in Southern Bohemia - From castle to castle in glorious countryside