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Adventure is at our heart

In the fresh country air of The Acorn Inn, your mind inevitably turns to outdoor pursuits and inner peace. Here in the Dorset countryside, you can find almost any sporting activity or healing therapy. Nearby, you'll find opportunities for walking, cycling, horse riding, fishing and golf.

Our sister hotel Summer Lodge, located a short walk from The Acorn Inn, also has a whole host of activities and experiences for you to explore.

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Evan Evans Tours

Evan Evans provides unforgettable journeys and experiences to Britain’s most iconic locations. Relax in comfort as our captivating guides unravel the sights and stories of Britain.

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Kensington attractions

Walk through the peaceful haven of Kensington Gardens and take in a concert at the remarkable Royal Albert Hall, both just minutes from our hotel.

The royal residence of Kensington Palace, home to Diana, Princess of Wales and now Prince William, is directly opposite our front door, while Harrods awaits close by.

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Day tours from London

Pretty street scene, Castle Combe, a Cotswalds village in Wiltshire, England

Warwick Castle, Shakespeare's birthplace & Oxford

Discover over a thousand years of history at one of England’s most beautiful medieval castles before visiting the birthplace of William Shakespeare in the picturesque town of Stratford-upon-Avon. Finally, head off to explore the historic city of Oxford on a walking tour of the city with your expert guide.

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Long walk to Windsor castle in spring

Windsor, Stonehenge & Bath

Visit the official residence of The Queen and home of the British monarchy for more than 900 years, explore the beautiful Georgian city of Bath and its ancient Roman Baths*, and uncover the mystery behind Stonehenge - the world's most famous Neolithic site.

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Leeds Castle from bird's eye view

Leeds Castle & Canterbury Cathedral

Journey into the heart of the English countryside as we visit the county of Kent, also known as the ‘Garden of England’ due to its rolling green hills, beautiful scenery and historic buildings. Visit the stunning Leeds Castle, the historic UNESCO World Heritage Site at Canterbury Cathedral* and see the spectacular White Cliffs of Dover.

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Blenheim Palace, Downton Abbey Village

Discover the resplendent English county of Oxfordshire, an area renowned for its rolling green hills, spectacular stately homes and quintessentially English market towns. See beautiful Blenheim Palace, where Sir Winston Churchill was born and raised, plus visit some iconic filming locations from the popular BBC TV series 'Downton Abbey'.

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Streets of Oxford - landmark, England - overview from a church's tower with the Bodleian Libraryand All Souls College

Oxford & Cambridge Universities

The rivalry between the UK's oldest universities dates back centuries and, on this full-day tour, you'll be exploring the historical cities behind these two prestigious institutions. You'll also see famous colleges from these universities and walk in the footsteps of some of history's most famous alumni.

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Traditional rural homes Cotswold village of Castle Combe

Cotswolds small group tour with lunch

Take a small group trip through its rolling hills, home to some of the most famous and historic towns and villages of England. An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this range of hills in west-central England is packed with picturesque villages built of Cotswold stone, beautiful churches and vast manor houses.

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Popular London tours

Hogwarts Express of real size, at The Making of Harry Potter, WB Studio

Warner Bros. studio tour

Dive into the wizardly wonder of Harry Potter at Warner Bros.Studios and rediscover the magic that enraptured the world. Explore the iconic sets such as the Forbidden Forest and the Gryffindor common room, before entering into Dumbledore’s rooms and seeing the Golden Snitch and props from the Ministry of Magic.

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Kensington Palace

Visit the most intimate of all royal palaces and peer into the private homes and life of members of Britain's royal family. Take a tour of the childhood home of Queen Victoria, the beloved home of Diana, Princess of Wales, and the current residence of Prince William, the Duchess of Cambridge and their family.

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Crown Jewels in Tower of London

Tower of London

Step back almost 1,000 years in time to uncover the long, bloody history of one of London's most famous landmarks. Discover how a royal residence became an infamous site of imprisonment and execution and get up close to the priceless Crown Jewels Collection.

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London

  • Hotel 41
  • The Milestone Hotel & Residences
  • The Rubens at the Palace
  • The Egerton House Hotel
  • The Chesterfield Mayfair
  • The Montague on the Gardens

Dorset

  • Summer Lodge Country House Hotel & Restaurant
  • The Acorn inn

Ireland

  • Ashford Castle
  • The Lodge at Ashford Castle
  • Hatch Hall

Edinburgh

  • 100 Princes Street

Guernsey

  • The Old Government House Hotel & Spa
  • The Duke of Richmond Hotel

South Africa

  • Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat
  • The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
  • The Oyster Box

Botswana

  • Xigera Safari Lodge

Geneva

  • Hotel d'Angleterre

Florida

  • The Chesterfield Palm Beach

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