Lacock & Castle Combe: Private Tour with Cream Tea
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Overview
Discover the timeless charm of Lacock and Castle Combe on this private afternoon tour. Perfect for those seeking a relaxed exploration, this experience offers a unique glimpse into quintessential English villages, leaving mornings free for other Bath adventures.
Step back in time as a local Bath guide leads through streets that have served as backdrops for period films and TV series. This private tour ensures personalized attention and transportation, offering an intimate exploration of these picturesque locales.
Indulge in a traditional English cream tea, featuring freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, accompanied by a comforting pot of tea – a must-do for any visitor to England. The tour includes private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle and excludes entry to Lacock Abbey (should visitors wish to visit).



Highlights
Explore Charming Villages: See the beautiful villages of Lacock and Castle Combe.
Private Tour with Local Guide: Get personal attention from a guide born in Bath.
Enjoy English Cream Tea: Taste delicious scones with cream and jam.
Comfortable Transportation: Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoy the personalized experience and the beauty of the villages, with the cream tea being a highlight. Some suggest a longer tour to allow for more exploration.

Customers love the personal attention from the guides.
Visitors enjoy the beauty and history of the villages.
Many appreciate the convenience of private transportation.
Travelers say the cream tea is a delightful experience.
Some visitors wish they had more time at each location.
A few found the tour too short for their liking.
The Journey
Lacock
Step back in time in Lacock, a quintessential English village frozen in the 18th century. This remarkably preserved village, owned almost entirely by the National Trust, boasts honey-colored stone buildings and a palpable sense of history. Lacock Abbey, a former monastery converted into a country house, is a highlight. Beyond its architectural charm, Lacock's unspoiled beauty has made it a favorite filming location, featured in iconic productions such as 'Harry Potter' and 'Downton Abbey'. Explore its quaint streets, discover familiar sights from the screen, and experience the authentic atmosphere of a bygone era.
Castle Combe
Discover the unrivaled beauty of Castle Combe, often hailed as the 'prettiest village in England'. Nestled in the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this idyllic village captivates with its honey-colored stone cottages, the By Brook gently flowing beneath arched bridges, and an atmosphere of timeless tranquility. Learn about the history of the Cotswolds and the village itself, which was once a significant wool trading center. Conclude your visit with a delightful English Cream Tea, savoring freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam – a quintessential British culinary tradition – ensuring a truly memorable experience.
Know Before You Go
This private tour includes a local guide, traditional English Cream Tea (scones with cream & jam and a pot of tea), and private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle. The tour does not include admission fees to Lacock Abbey (if you wish to visit). Gratuities are also not included. Pickup and drop-off are included.
Hot Tip
Many visitors recommend wearing comfortable shoes for walking around the villages. Also, be sure to bring your camera to capture the picturesque scenery and historic architecture!