John England Tours

02/05/2024

Hi everyone,

I hope this update finds you all well.

It is with a heavy heart that I am discontinuing John England Tours for personal reasons.

Thank you, especially to those of you who have booked my tours in the past. I will always savour the lovely memories sharing the beautiful castles and historic houses with you! You’ll already have my contact details so do keep in touch.

Thanks also if you’ve simply followed this page.

With best wishes to you all!
John

01/01/2024

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year!

(Photo: Millennium Bridge, St. Paul’s Cathedral, River Thames. London).

23/11/2023

To our American friends:

Happy Thanksgiving! 🙂

09/10/2023

The Crown Season 6 Trailer.

https://youtu.be/ykn9pD9H56U?si=lKw4pQY7FIFxl69w

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The sixth and final season of The Crown is coming. Watch Part 1 from November 16th, Part 2 from December 14th.Inspired by real events, this fictional dramati...

03/10/2023

Hampton Court Palace. 🏰🍂

More information in the comments.

https://youtu.be/maRFtlmhGRg?si=1kvy6m6rb4hOiWCP

Video credit: Historic Royal Palaces. TwinPines.

Hampton Court Palace is one of the most famous visitor attractions in the UK that is known as Henry VIII’s ‘pleasure palace’.It is a perfect day trip destina...

27/08/2023

Anyone who has watched The Dig will, well.. just ‘dig’ this! 🙂⚔️

22/07/2023

Another private tour delivered to stunning Leeds Castle, Kent.

900+ years of incredible history.

↪️ More information in the comments.

13/07/2023

Beautiful Chartwell, Kent.

The former family home of Sir Winston Churchill.

↪️ More information in the comments section.

30/06/2023

King Richard I
Lionheart / Coeur de Lion
r. 1189 - 1199

21/06/2023

Wow! Hever Castle rolls out the red carpet! - Well, for…. (See comments).

08/06/2023

Yet another reason to visit beautiful Hever Castle, Anne Boleyn’s former family home. 🙂 📖 🏰



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Visitors to Hever Castle in Kent will be able to see a book belonging to Thomas Cromwell in a discovery branded the most exciting finding `in a generation.'

07/06/2023

Another private tour delivered to magnificent Arundel Castle, West Sussex, England. Seat of the 18th Duke of Norfolk. 🏰

↪️ More info. in the comments.

29/05/2023

My grandson insisted on taking me on a tour! 🙂

20/05/2023

Hever Castle, Kent, England. 🏰🌳

12/05/2023

14th century Baron’s Hall at historic Penshurst Place, Kent.

More information via our Private Medieval England Day Tour. (Link in the comments).
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08/05/2023

The atmospheric Great Tower, Dover Castle.

02/05/2023

Looks like my grandson has a love for castles. I wonder where that came from? 🏰 🤷🏻‍♂️😂

25/04/2023

☀️ Spring and Summer Historical Attractions and Events in South East England (2023).

As the days grow longer and the sun shines brighter, there’s no better time to explore the rich tapestry of history that South East England has to offer. This vibrant region, steeped in heritage, has a wealth of attractions and events that will transport you back in time, offering unique insights into the lives of those who came before us.

South East England is a treasure trove of historical gems, fascinating stories, and unforgettable experiences. Join us as we delve into a world of medieval castles, Tudor palaces, Roman ruins, and Victorian splendour, uncovering a plethora of captivating events and attractions that await you this spring and summer.

Whether you’re a history buff, a family searching for adventure, or simply curious about the past, our guide will inspire you to embark on a journey through time, right here in the enchanting South East.

https://johnenglandtours.com/spring-summer-historical-events-in-south-east-england/


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Join John England Tours for our run-through of some of the most exciting historical events taking place in South East England this Spring/Summer season

23/04/2023

A lovely day visiting Ightham Mote and Hever Castle with Tracy McConnachie Collins, Founder of U.K. Travel Planning

More information via a recent podcast:

https://uktravelplanning.com/episode-41/

Some more pics from my day out with

These are from Hever Castle - it was my first visit and truly exceeded my expectations. Fantastic place to visit - we are so lucky as a nation to have places like this to enjoy.

Combined with it was a brilliant day out.

More to come!

27/03/2023

Mary Morrison - This one’s for you! 🙂

01/03/2023

New exhibit at Hampton Court Palace.

More information in the comments.

12/02/2023

Visitors to Hever Castle are in for a treat over the next few months. Their new exhibition is amazing! 🏵

07/02/2023

Historic Rochester Castle by the River Medway, Kent, England. (With a view of Rochester Cathedral).

↪️ More info. via the link in the comments.



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06/01/2023

Happy New Year!

Our latest blog, 'The 10 Best Medieval Castles in Britain to Visit.'

Any of these you have especially enjoyed visiting? - Or, perhaps, you may feel we've missed out other castles which should have been featured? If so, please share!

https://johnenglandtours.com/the-10-best-medieval-castles-in-britain-to-visit/

Join John England Tours as we select ten of the most fascinating medieval castles in Britain that you can visit. Learn more.

24/12/2022

Merry Christmas!🎄

13/12/2022

Arundel Castle: A Visitor's Guide.

First established as a motte-and-bailey castle in the 11th century, Arundel Castle survived England’s tumultuous Middle Ages and was besieged during the Anarchy and, subsequently, the English Civil War. Remodelled and restored during the 19th and 20th centuries, Arundel Castle & Gardens today constitutes one of the great historical sites in South East England.

https://johnenglandtours.com/arundel-castle-a-visitors-guide/



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Join John England Tours for our guide to the extraordinary Arundel Castle, an impressive medieval castle with origins stretching back to the 11th century

30/11/2022

Beautiful Chartwell with a photo of Jock VII. 🐈 🙂

More information via the comments section.




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23/11/2022

🏵 ‘Blood, S*x & Royalty’ is now on Netflix.
- Contemporary and interesting storytelling about Anne Boleyn. 👸🏻

(Probably best not to watch it in front any kids or you may have some explaining to do. - Most likely, it won’t be about Tudor history! 😂)

Happy viewing, and to our American friends and followers, Happy Thanksgiving! 🙂 🇺🇸

https://youtu.be/N8co2uPx-FE



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Sangre, s**o y realeza (Serie de TV) (2022)https://www.filmaffinity.com/es/film964274.html

11/11/2022

It's been an honour to be invited to contribute again to the U.K. Travel Planning's podcast hosted by its Founder, Tracy Collins.

'Top tips to help you choose the best day trip/s from London.'

I hope it adds value to you or to those you may know who are planning a trip to the UK.

➡️ https://uktravelplanning.com/episode-19/

In episode 19 discover our top tips to help you choose the best day trip/s from London including factors to consider when planning your trip.