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If you love green fields and rolling hills, quaint villages and magnificent castles, and the warm welcome of a traditional country pub, then look no further than the beautiful villages and small towns in Britain and Ireland for your next dream vacation.<\/p>\n

For those of you who are keen to explore these luscious lands, Luxury Gold has three magical luxury guided tours that take in some of the most beautiful villages, small towns and landscapes that Britain and Ireland have to offer. We\u2019ve selected ten of the best, so take a read, and picture yourself there.<\/p>\n

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Unsurprisingly, many of the most beautiful spots in Britain and Ireland are also home to magnificent castles and elegant stately homes, exactly the kind of places Luxury Gold guests should frequent! On our regal Castles & Kingdoms<\/a><\/strong> three-week luxury guided tour, you will enjoy the most splendid settings, along with exceptional hotels, exquisite dining and VIP experiences. Here are five of the prettiest beautiful villages and small towns in Britain and Ireland en route on this tour:<\/p>\n

Alnwick, England<\/h2>\n

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The cobbled market town of Alnwick is a fairytale jewel in the heart of Northumberland. Soak up true English traditional charm as you explore beautiful streets, quaint shops and great cafes. Presiding proudly over the town is the majestic 11th century Alnwick Castle, a true masterpiece of medieval architecture with magnificent interiors and spectacular gardens.<\/p>\n

Travel on a Luxury Gold Chairman’s Collection<\/a><\/strong> departure and meet Her Grace, The Duchess of Northumberland for a private tour of her exquisite garden, lovingly restored to its former 18th century glory over the last twenty years.<\/p>\n

Blarney, Ireland<\/h2>\n
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Tudor-style Blarney is a history-buff\u2019s dream – one of its most impressive features being a superbly preserved village square, a focal point of village life. An essential for visitors is to see the famous Blarney Stone, a block of limestone built into the 15th century castle, said to give the “gift of the gab” to those who kiss it. Extensive parkland surrounding the castle features a network of trails and themed gardens – you can still tiptoe your way around Poison Garden to see trees like nightshade, rue, and poison hemlock peacefully coexisting.<\/p>\n

Bowness-on-Windemere, England<\/h2>\n
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In the heart of England\u2019s exquisite Lake District, on the banks of heavenly Lake Windemere sits the sprawling small town of Bowness-on-Windemere. One of England\u2019s most picturesque locations, this is the perfect spot to enjoy a coffee, savor unrivalled views and enjoy the comings and goings of life on the water.\u00a0 On our Castles & Kingdoms luxury guided tour you will stay at the sophisticated Belsfield Hotel, featuring all the charisma and stylishness of a charming country house, from which this magnificent lake district scene is visible at every turn.<\/p>\n

Penrith, England<\/h2>\n
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This Lake District town of Penrith is surrounded by waters and hills so gorgeous they could be straight out of a romance novel. Surrounded by four castles and two henges<\/a><\/strong>, Penrith is beauty and history all rolled into one. Here we visit the Dalemain Mansion and Gardens and meet Jane Hasell-McCosh whose ancestors have been living at the manor since the 17th century. She\u2019ll take you on a personal tour of the beautiful gardens and tell you all about the prestigious international Homemade Marmalade Award founded that she founded \u2013 yum!<\/p>\n

What better way to see the magic and charm of the prettiest villages than on board the world-famous Royal Scotsman steam train? The ultimate in exclusive travel, our 16-Day British Royale<\/a><\/strong> luxury guided tour includes four nights aboard this luxury train. Live like a VIP as you snake through the most enchanting parts of Scotland \u2013 here are three of the most amazing spots you will stop at along the way:<\/p>\n