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Bronte Sisters Literary Journey: Exploring the Lives and Works of Famous English Authors
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32 Ratings
Windermere
Step back in time and explore the lives and works of the famous Bronte sisters on this captivating literary journey. Discover their hometown, visit the Parsonage, and immerse yourself in the rich literary heritage of Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Bronte.
Duration:
8 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Wycoller Country Park - We start the day with a scenic drive through Cumbria, past the market town of Kirkby Lonsdale and into the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Our first stop is at the village of Cowan Bridge to see the buildings which were once the Clergy Daughter’s School attended by four Brontë sisters, Maria, Elizabeth, Charlotte and Emily. The poor conditions and harsh regime caused a scandal at the time and although the sisters were withdrawn from the school, it was too late for Maria and Elizabeth who died shortly after returning home. The school was the inspiration for “Lowood” in Charlotte’s novel, Jane Eyre, and she never forgot the harsh treatment and unhealthy conditions the she and her sisters endured there.
Our drive continues amidst beautiful scenery into the County of Lancashire. Following in the footsteps of Charlotte Bronte, our next stop is at the tiny village of Wycoller with its ruinous hall, the model for Ferndean Manor in Jane Eyre. The village is full of character and atmosphere with two ancient bridges and a ford crossing Wycoller Beck. Your guide will show you around the Gothically romantic ruined hall and explain the history of this sleepy little village.
What's Included
- Small-group tour limited to 6 guests for a relaxed experience
- Travel comfortably in air-conditioned minivans with WiFi and charging points
- Enjoy regular stops for photos, refreshments, and comfort
- Entry to The Bronte Parsonage and Museum included
- Expert guides provide fascinating facts and stories in English
- Convenient central meeting points for departure and return
- All entrance fees for itinerary locations are covered
What's Not Included
- Lunch
Additional Information
Travel back in time and explore the universe of the Bronte sisters in this splendid Bronte Tour! Experience an engaging overview of the lives and literary works of Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Bronte, three remarkable figures in the arena of English literature. This enchanting tour includes a visit to the Parsonage where they resided, the Bronte museum, and other significant sites, offering you a comprehensive insight into the environment that nurtured these exceptional ladies. Knowledgeable tour guides will escort you around the Bronte’s hometown and relay absorbing anecdotes and unique understandings of their life stories and contributions. Whether you’re a dedicated Bronte enthusiast or merely appreciate English literature and history, this Bronte Tour promises an unforgettable journey. Hence, make your reservation today and soak in the profound literary legacy of the Bronte sisters.
- The time of pickup from Oxenholme train station is timed to meet the first train heading towards Glasgow from London Euston on Mondays to Saturdays
- The English Lake District weather can change quickly, even in the summer months. Please bring a waterproof coat with a hood in case of rain or windy weather
- As there is a little walking involved on the tour, some uphill and on uneven or wet terrain, please wear suitable, comfortable shoes
- Children under the age of 5 can travel on this tour but we do not recommend it
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- All passengers, including children of any age, must have a seat purchased for them
- We will collect you from the departure point linked to your chosen option. Please do not change to a different departure point without informing us in advance as we don’t automatically go to every departure point. If we don’t know you have changed your departure point we may not pick you up for the tour!
Location
Windermere
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Bredae7
Jun 30, 2024
Enjoyable and informative tour of Brontë country - Gillian and Sandra were our wonderful hosts for the day.
A thoroughly enjoyable, informative tour centred on the Brontë sisters history and writing including family background.
The journey through the Yorkshire dales was breathtaking the weather providing atmosphere !
I really enjoyed the days tour, loved all the diverse discussions with Gillian, Sandra and fellow passengers. Culminating with the Parsonage visit in the beautiful Haworth.
Highly recommend.
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Tourist17297970840
Jun 24, 2024
Amazing tour with excellent guide and driver - Me and my two daughters had the privilege to take this tour last week and it was so good! Gillian is a really good guide and Sandra drives like a pro (I'm so happy I didn't have to to it). I knew a little about Brontë family before the tour, but one off my daughter is really into the Brontë's. This was her dream and it was really enjoyable even for me and my other daughter. To see and experience all places related to the Brontë's was awesome. And to have two ladies with us, sharing their knowledge was amazing!
They even share interesting facts about the country we were driving by, which we found very interesting.
And when they realized one of my daughters had gotten a really bad reaction to insect bite they went out of their way to drive us by a pharmacy. I can't thank them enough!
I truly recommend this tour!
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Agneso628
Jun 24, 2024
Wonderful Brontë tour! - 19/6/2024
This tour was amazing! I am a huge Brontë fan, and I cannot tell you enough how much I enjoyed the day! Both our guide, Gillian, and out driver, Sandra, were warm and welcoming. She was extremely knowledgeable about the Brontë family and the time they lived in. The experience of seeing where the Brontë sisters lived are invaluable to truly understanding their work. This tour was the best part of our trip to England!
Agnes
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Z1216ydlouises
Jun 6, 2024
I'm so happy I did this tour! - The whole experience was so informative and interesting. The knowledge provided by our guide Gillian was so rich and I'm left feeling very fulfilled. I loved that the experience was so immersive and intimate - it felt like going on a trip with people you've known forever. I highly recommend this tour if you're a Brontë fan or want to learn more about their lives. Thank you so much!!!
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Xstitchqueen
Jun 2, 2024
Excellent tour! - Gillian and Sandra (driver) were AMAZING!!!!! Loved this tour - Gillian was so knowledgeable and very considerate of us as guests. Sandra’s driving was excellent! We strongly recommend this excellent tour particularly if you enjoy the writings of the Brontë Sisters. We learned so much about the family and particularly enjoyed seeing the parsonage and church.
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Lisa
Jun 1, 2024
Places of inspiration for the Brontë sisters - My daughter and I enjoyed touring the moors and seeing significant places from the Brontë family’s lives—-especially places that inspired the writings of the sisters.
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Hongyanz940
Aug 28, 2023
It’s an unforgettable and pleasant journey - The process was great with the experienced guide and driver. I hope you can arrange to visit the Yorkshire’ wild moors as the backdrop of Wuthering Heights which will be fantastic and give us the whole picture beside visiting Wycoller Country park in the future . Thank you
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Mary
Jul 30, 2023
Brilliant and fun! - This was a fun and fascinating experience! Gillian and Sandra are knowledgeable and have great stories to tell. And Sandra is an awesome driver, managing narrow, windy roads with ease. I learned so much and particularly appreciated the depth of the discussion about Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights, and visiting the locations that provided the inspiration for the settings of the books.
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Meander19537889087
May 28, 2023
Don’t miss out - I have always been interested in the Brontes; for their tragic life stories and their literature so this tour was a wonderful opportunity to learn more and to walk in their footsteps. It didn’t disappoint. Our guide was very informative and shared our genuine interest and affection for the Brontë sisters. Not to be missed for Brontë fans or anyone who wants to see the beautiful landscapes and buildings along the way.
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Lisa_d
Mar 18, 2023
Loved this tour - Loved this tour! A smaller group which definitely made for a more personal experience. Both our guide and driver very knowledgeable and informative about the local area and The Brontës, among other things! Lots of time to explore the sites and take pics, although I do really want to revisit the village. Really great day overall, would highly recommend.
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