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Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill is the starting point for this two night's short break. You will see where on the 30th November 1874 he was born; it was also at Blenheim that in the summer of 1908 Mr Winston Churchill, as he was then, proposed to Miss Clementine Hozier who was to become his devoted wife. We've also included visits to Chartwell House, his family home, with its magnificent views over the Weald of Kent to Sussex, it was much loved and a source of great inspiration to him until the end of his life. Finally we've included a visit to the Cabinet War Rooms in London where in February 2005 a new exhibition opened to commemorate the life of Sir Winston Churchill. Itinerary Day 1 Blenheim Palace Travel to hotel with a visit en-route to Blenheim Palace, the family home of Sir Winston Churchill, quite literally where it all began. Day 2 Chartwell A full day excursion that takes you to Chartwell House, the home he shared with his devoted wife Clementine. It has stunning views over the Weald of Kent and was a much-loved source of inspiration to him. Day 3 Cabinet War Rooms Depart the hotel for the journey home, stopping on the way for a visit to the Cabinet War Rooms and the recently opened exhibition commemorating the life of the much admired statesman. Marriott Hotel Waltham Abbey A modern and friendly hotel it is ideally located with easy access into London whilst benefiting from links to all the major motorway networks via the M25, M11 and M1. There are 162 deluxe air conditioned bedrooms, king size beds, remote control TV, mini bar, iron/board, telephone, trouser press, hairdryer, tea and coffee tray, lounge bar, Seasons restaurant, leisure club incorporating indoor swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi & gymnasium. Includes:- . 2 nights half board accommodation . Entrance to Blenheim Palace . Entrance to Chartwell . Entrance to Cabinet War Rooms Dates & Prices July 27th/29th (3 days) £159 Sept 21st/23rd (3 days) £159 Single room supplement £30

Churchill's England Kent, London & Oxfordshire

`Churchill's England Kent, London & Oxfordshire`