Mystical & Magical Malverns - Jones Prestige

MYSTICAL AND MAGICAL MALVERNS – JONES PRESTIGE

 

 

19 -23 June 2025

Thursday – Monday

5 Days

From £645

 

Timeless craftsmanship, world-class artistry, and enchanted gardens beckon in the mystical Malverns! Dive into the largest collection of Worcester porcelain in the world, with over 8,000 objects, at the marvellous Museum of Royal Worcester, holders of a Royal Warrant since 1788. Embark on a guided tour before a porcelain expert unveils the secrets and showcases their mastery with an awe-inspiring handcrafting demonstration. Unlock the gates to the legendary Morgan Motor Company - the oldest privately owned car manufacturer in the world! Witness the birth of bespoke vehicles firsthand, mere meters away from the artisans who skilfully handcraft these iconic sports cars. Our whimsical horticultural journey around the world at Ralph Court Gardens explores fourteen quirky gardens expertly crafted with the arts and mythology in mind, before delving into a scrumptious cream tea. Enhance your tour with: - Severn Valley Railway – An enchanting steam powered 16-mile journey through Worcestershire and Shropshire

 

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

 

Malvern   |   Morgan Motor Company   |   Museum of Royal Worcester   |   Ralph Court Gardens   |   Hereford    

 

DAY ONE – Arrival

We depart from your home and travel to Malvern, time to relax before dinner this evening.

 

DAY TWO – Ralph Court Gardens 

Our day begins; we make our way to Ralph Court Gardens, with Crafted to reflect their love of the arts, mythology and culture, owners Stephen and Paula have designed a set of fourteen quirky themed gardens. After an introductory talk, venture around the world and into distinct fantastical lands complete with water features and sound effects. Then delve into a delightful cream tea, served with homemade strawberry jam, Cornish clotted cream and a pot of 'Phileas Fogg' breakfast tea. Late afternoon we return to the hotel.

 

DAY THREE – Morgan Motor Company and Hereford

Today we embark on a factory tour of the Morgan Motor Company, the oldest privately owned car manufacturer in the world. Experience their unconventionality first hand, walking the production line within meters of the vehicles being handcrafted. Learn the story and heritage of the company before immersing yourself in the mix of rare craft skills and latest modern technology that goes into each Morgan sports car, meeting the craftsmen who continue to hand build these head-turning cars after 110 years.

 

Our route takes in delightful cottages, inns, shops in timber framed hamlets including Eardisland, Pembridge, Eardisley and Weobley. This brings us to Hereford in time for lunch and the afternoon is free to explore. Hereford Cathedral is home to the rare Mappa Mundi and well worth a visit. Later we return to Malvern.

 

DAY FOUR – Museum of Royal Worcester

This morning we head for the City of Worcester. Hear the extraordinary stories of Britain’s most famous porcelain during a guided tour of the Museum of Royal Worcester. Granted their royal warrant in 1788, unearth 250 years of ceramic design, skill and innovation in the original factory building, displaying over 8,000 objects including exclusive Royal commissions and some of the earliest porcelain made in England. A porcelain expert will bring unique perspective with a private talk and handcrafting demonstration, followed by tea/coffee and biscuits served on Royal Worcester porcelainware. We return to Malvern for free time before dinner this evening.

 

DAY FIVE – Departure

After breakfast this morning we leave our hotel and make our journey home with comfort stops en route.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

• Luxury coach travel

• Home pick-up

• 4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

• Porterage on arrival and departure

• Tea/coffee after dinner each evening

• Guided factory tour of Morgan Motor Company

• Museum of Royal Worcester, behind the scenes guided tour and talk

• Admission to Ralph Court Garden.

 

WORCESTER WHITEHOUSE HOTEL

The Worcester Whitehouse Hotel offers quintessential English charm coupled with modern convenience right in the heart of the historic city centre of Worcester. Comfortable guestrooms feature all mod cons including desk, in-room safe and tea / coffee making facilities. There is a lift to all floors. This hotel has a swimming pool and gym available for guests, at an additional charge.

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Tea/coffee after dinner each evening

Guided factory tour of Morgan Motor Company

Museum of Royal Worcester, behind the scenes guided tour and talk

Admission to Ralph Court Garden.

 

WORCESTER WHITEHOUSE HOTEL

The Worcester Whitehouse Hotel offers quintessential English charm coupled with modern convenience right in the heart of the historic city centre of Worcester. Comfortable guestrooms feature all mod cons including desk, in-room safe and tea / coffee making facilities. There is a lift to all floors. This hotel has a swimming pool and gym available for guests, at an additional charge.

 

 HOTEL SYMBOLS

TV, tea making facilities, hairdryer, wifi, Swimming pool, Gym, Lift

 

DAYS	TOUR DATE	DEPARTS	TERMS	SUPPLEMENT
5	19 – 23 JUN 2025	THURSDAY	£645	£100 SINGLE
JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE			£27.28

 

Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis and are limited. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the tour single room allocation and therefore additional cost may apply.  Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. If door-to-door pick-up is included there may be additional charges for out of area. Itineraries and hotel inclusions may be subject to change. Covid-19 restrictions may apply. When making bookings you accept on behalf of yourself and your party the terms in our Trading Charter which can be found in our brochure, on our website at http://www.jonesholidays.co.uk/Jones-holidays-trading-charter, or a copy can be requested from our Sales office.  If your holiday is more than 56 days from departure, we offer a 7-day cooling off period where a full refund will be offered from the date of the initial confirmation invoice (with the exception of flight holidays).

 

Visit Worcestershire Worcester Whitehouse Hotel Ralph Court Gardens Morgan Motor Company Museum Of Royal Worcester