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Dear Royal Oak Members and Friends,

The story of Britain is ingrained in each of its historic properties, and every unique place and space offers the wonderful opportunity of stepping into another era and envisaging what’s gone before us. With that in mind, we are pleased to share our 2025 brochure, featuring a whole host of exciting itineraries to suit many different tastes and interests. These exclusive group tours allow you to discover the vast cultural and natural heritage of Great Britain first-hand, including many of the impressive estates owned by the National Trust for England, Wales and Northern Ireland and the National Trust for Scotland. You can expect varied architectural gems with fascinating stories, family narratives and treasured collections enclosed within, as well as awe-inspiring landscapes, fragrant gardens and more.

Immerse yourself in the intriguing history and hidden wonders of these nations with behind-the-scenes tours, after-dinner talks and insights from various property owners themselves, letting you delve deeper into captivating, living examples of Britain’s past. These journeys of discovery truly celebrate every corner of Great Britain, and there are plenty of memorable experiences on offer in 2025. Enjoy special member’s day entrance to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show or sing along to classic Christmas carols at the iconic Royal Albert Hall. Take a helicopter to the stunning Tresco Abbey Garden in the Isles of Scilly, cheer on the emblematic Highland Games in Scotland, indulge in a celebration experience at Blenheim Palace or how about a taste of rural life with traditional demonstrations on Irish and Welsh farms?

In addition to popular favorites returning, we are pleased to introduce some enthralling new tours. During Write Around the Finest Homes of Cornwall, Devon & Dorset, we explore the South West’s finest historic gems while treading the path of British literary icons. Our Exclusive Access to a Taste of Stately Life in the Shires combines grand treasures in the idyllic Cotswolds and beyond with plenty of culinary delights such as a special afternoon tea at Highclere Castle, lunch at the chateau-inspired Waddesdon Manor (featuring a private peek into the Rothschild Wine Cellar) and much more. We see the best of Yorkshire on A Gloriously Grand Tour of God’s Own Country: Moors, Dales & Coast, while A Traditional Yuletide with Festive Feasts, Lights & Carols celebrates Christmas past in the delightful county of Kent.

The Royal Oak Foundation is proud to partner with the National Trust, helping to support the Trust’s vital conservation work. Every tour helps raise funds for The Royal Oak Foundation too and we are sure that you will have a truly wonderful time sharing these journeys with other members and friends from across the United States.

We look forward to welcoming you soon.

 

Ian Murray

Executive Director, The Royal Oak Foundation