Villa Petraia, watercolour by M. Nixon, publ. 1916.
House & Garden tours and events
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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Well planned. Excellent academic and organisational staff. Always an interesting group of fellow voyeurs. Privileged visits and experiences. "
Walking to Derbyshire Houses - Magnificent countryside and great country houses
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For me this was a dream trip of a lifetime and something I could not have done independently. Thanks to MRT – this tour more than met my expectations. "
Empire Architecture - Buildings of British India – Kolkata, Mumbai & Delhi
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Unbeatable combination of well-designed itineraries, superb expert lecturers, terrific tour guides. "
Walking to Derbyshire Houses - Magnificent countryside and great country houses
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Anthony Peers brought lots of practical experience both as an architect and a working knowledge of life in India. "
Empire Architecture - Buildings of British India – Kolkata, Mumbai & Delhi
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Martin Randall Travel tours are consistently well managed explorations of interesting places and fascinating topics. "
Walking to Derbyshire Houses - Magnificent countryside and great country houses