Seas Teas and Tall Ships in Kent
Mon 13 September - Fri 17 September 2027: A 5-Day Escorted Coach Holiday to Kent with Jones Holidays staying at The Bridgewood Manor Hotel & Spa, Chatham.
Book NowSEAS, TEAS & TALL SHIPS IN KENT
13 – 17 September 2027
Monday - Friday
5 Days
From £725
Discover Kent’s fascinating maritime and wartime heritage on this memorable five-day break. Explore 400 years of shipbuilding history at The Historic Dockyard Chatham, enjoy time in Greenwich before stepping aboard the legendary Cutty Sark, and visit Chartwell, the family home of Sir Winston Churchill. We also discover the story of RAF Biggin Hill on a guided museum visit, with included cream teas adding an extra treat to this fascinating tour.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS
· Explore 400 years of maritime heritage at The Historic Dockyard Chatham
· Experience the popular Call the Midwife Location Tour at Chatham
· Step aboard the legendary Cutty Sark in historic Greenwich
· Visit Chartwell, the family home of Sir Winston Churchill
· Discover the story of RAF Biggin Hill with a guided museum tour and cream tea
(13) DAY ONE – Arrival
We depart from your home and travel to Kent, arriving at Bridgewood Manor Hotel in the late afternoon. Enjoy welcome tea or coffee on arrival and time to settle in before dinner this evening.
(14) DAY TWO – Historic Dockyard Chatham
Today we visit The Historic Dockyard Chatham, one of Britain’s richest maritime history destinations. Covering 80 acres of the former naval dockyard, its fascinating exhibits span around 400 years of shipbuilding heritage, with historic warships and maritime collections to discover.
Our visit also includes the Victorian Ropery Tour, where we learn about the traditional craft of ropemaking, together with a Call the Midwife Location Tour exploring how the historic dockyard is transformed into 1950s East London for the popular television series.
(15) DAY THREE – Greenwich and Cutty Sark
Today we travel to historic Greenwich, where there is time to explore this fascinating maritime district at leisure. Perhaps browse Greenwich Market, stroll through Greenwich Park or admire the impressive riverside surroundings.
Later, we visit the famous Cutty Sark for a self-guided tour of this celebrated tea clipper. Discover life aboard one of the world’s most famous sailing ships before enjoying an included cream tea.
(16) DAY FOUR – Chartwell and Biggin Hill Memorial Museum
This morning we visit Chartwell, the much-loved family home of Sir Winston Churchill. Explore the house, gardens and studio and gain a fascinating insight into the private life of one of Britain’s most famous leaders.
This afternoon we continue to the Biggin Hill Memorial Museum for a guided tour tracing the story of RAF Biggin Hill. Our visit includes the museum, chapel and gardens, followed by a cream tea of two scones with jam and cream and tea or coffee.
(17) 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
Welcome tea/coffee on arrival
Porterage on arrival and departure
Tea/coffee after dinner each evening
Free use of hotel leisure facilities
The Historic Dockyard Chatham
Victorian Ropery Tour
Call the Midwife Location Tour
Self-guided entrance to Cutty Sark
Cream tea at Cutty Sark
Chartwell House, Gardens & Studio
Guided tour of Biggin Hill Memorial Museum
Cream tea at Biggin Hill Memorial Museum.
THE BRIDGEWOOD MANOR HOTEL & SPA, CHATHAM
A warm welcome awaits at the charming Bridgewood Manor Hotel & Spa in Chatham. Each of the 100 spacious bedrooms has a television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy free use of the leisure facilities, including an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym, while the restaurant, bar and comfortable lounge provide plenty of space to relax. The hotel has a lift to all floors and free on-site coach parking.
(13) DAY ONE
We depart from your home and travel to Kent, arriving at Bridgewood Manor Hotel in the late afternoon. Enjoy welcome tea or coffee on arrival and time to settle in before dinner this evening.
D(14) DAY TWO
Today we visit The Historic Dockyard Chatham, one of Britain's richest maritime history destinations. Covering 80 acres of the former naval dockyard, its fascinating exhibits span around 400 years of shipbuilding heritage, with historic warships and maritime collections to discover.
Our visit also includes the Victorian Ropery Tour, where we learn about the traditional craft of ropemaking, together with a Call the Midwife Location Tour exploring how the historic dockyard is transformed into 1950s East London for the popular television series.
(15) DAY THREE
Today we travel to historic Greenwich, where there is time to explore this fascinating maritime district at leisure. Perhaps browse Greenwich Market, stroll through Greenwich Park or admire the impressive riverside surroundings.
Later, we visit the famous Cutty Sark for a self-guided tour of this celebrated tea clipper. Discover life aboard one of the world's most famous sailing ships before enjoying an included cream tea.
(16) DAY FOUR
This morning we visit Chartwell, the much-loved family home of Sir Winston Churchill. Explore the house, gardens and studio and gain a fascinating insight into the private life of one of Britain's most famous leaders.
This afternoon we continue to the Biggin Hill Memorial Museum for a guided tour tracing the story of RAF Biggin Hill. Our visit includes the museum, chapel and gardens, followed by a cream tea of two scones with jam and cream and tea or coffee.
(17) DAY FIVE
After breakfast this morning we leave our hotel and make our journey home with comfort stops en route.
BB=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES
Luxury coach travel
Home pick-up
4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast
Welcome tea/coffee on arrival
Porterage on arrival and departure
Tea/coffee after dinner each evening
Free use of hotel leisure facilities
The Historic Dockyard Chatham
Victorian Ropery Tour
Call the Midwife Location Tour
Self-guided entrance to Cutty Sark
Cream tea at Cutty Sark
Chartwell House, Gardens & Studio
Guided tour of Biggin Hill Memorial Museum
Cream tea at Biggin Hill Memorial Museum.
THE BRIDGEWOOD MANOR HOTEL & SPA, CHATHAM
A warm welcome awaits at the charming Bridgewood Manor Hotel & Spa in Chatham. Each of the 100 spacious bedrooms has a television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy free use of the leisure facilities, including an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym, while the restaurant, bar and comfortable lounge provide plenty of space to relax. The hotel has a lift to all floors and free on-site coach parking.
HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE
| General | Rooms | Accessibility |
| 4 star | Tea/coffee making facilities | Lift to all floors |
| Bar | Television | Walk-in showers on request |
| Restaurant | Hairdryer |
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| Lounge | Free Wi-Fi |
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| Indoor Swimming Pool |
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| Gym / Sauna / Steam Room |
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GROUP BOOKINGS
Looking to take a group, if you book 20 places or more on this tour the tour organiser will go Free of Charge.
| DAYS | TOUR DATE | DEPARTS | TERMS | SUPPLEMENT |
| 5 | 13 – 17 SEPT 2027 | MONDAY | £725 | £124 SINGLE |
| JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE | £38 |
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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. Seat numbers on the coach may be subject to change. Issues whilst on tour must be raised in the first instance with the driver. 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).
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
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| Bodelwyddan | Bodelwyddan, Marble Church |
| Broughton | Broughton, Broughton Layby on A5104 |
| Chester, (Holiday Inn) | Chester, Holiday Inn South - Layby Outside |
| Chirk | Chirk, Moreton Park Garden Centre |
| Colwyn Bay | Colwyn Bay, Railway Station |
| Holywell | Holywell, Bus Station |
| Llandudno Junction | Llandudno Junction, Train Station Car Park |
| Oswestry | Oswestry , Little Chef/Mile End Services |
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