Food and Wine in Sussex with Valentina Harris
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Food and Wine in Sussex with Valentina Harris
4 Days Starting and ending in Chichester, United Kingdom
Visiting: Chichester, West Sussex, South Downs National Park
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
12 - 24
Age range:
18-99
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Indulge in a delightful journey through Sussex with renowned chef Valentina Harris on this exclusive Food and Wine tour. Stay at the elegant Goodwood Hotel and Spa, where you'll enjoy luxurious amenities and comfortable accommodations. Experience the timeless elegance of Firle Place, the artistic charm of Berwick Church, and the historic beauty of Parham House. Savor special lunches, including one prepared by Valentina herself, and enjoy tastings at local vineyards such as Wiston Wine Estate and Artelium Wine Estate. This tour promises a perfect blend of culinary delights, fine wines, and cultural exploration in the picturesque South Downs National Park.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Independently At The Goodwood Hotel From 15.00
Location: Chichester
Accommodation Name: Goodwood Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome drink this evening, followed by dinner at the hotel restaurant: Farmer, Butcher, Chef.
Day 2: Parham Estate And Wiston Wine Estate
Location: West Sussex
Accommodation Name: Goodwood Hotel
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
We spend today at Parham House and Gardens for a private visit. Built in the 16th century, Parham is a traditional Elizabethan house, set in the heart of an ancient deer park. We enjoy a guided tour with a 'foodie' theme, taking in Great Hall and spectacular Long Gallery which is the third longest in England. For lunch we meet Valentina in the Old Kitchen where she will prepare a special lunch for the group using local produce. We have time to visit the gardens which include a four-acre Walled Garden with stunning herbaceous borders, rose gardens, greenhouse and vegetable garden. Later this afternoon we visit Wiston Wine Estate for a tour and tasting, followed by dinner.
Day 3: Firle Place, Berwick Church, And Artelium Wine Estate
Location: South Downs National Park
Accommodation Name: Goodwood Hotel
Morning private tour of Firle Place, country home to the Gage family for over 500 years. Set in the South Downs National Park, the estate boasts an impressive collection of paintings, porcelain and furniture. We enjoy light refreshments and a private guided tour before the House opens to the public at noon. Then onto the small rural St Michael & all Angels Church in Berwick, for a tour to view its famous paintings. During the Second World War, the Bloomsbury artists were commissioned by the Bishop of Chichester to decorate the interior of the church; the first time that contemporary artists had been given permission to do so. Free time for lunch then an afternoon visit to Artelium Wine Estate for a tour of the vineyard, to learn about the history of viticulture in England and a stroll among the vines. After a tasting of both still and sparkling wines, we return to Goodwood. Dinner at leisure.
Day 4 Stopham Vineyard And Goodwood House
Location: South Downs National Park
Accommodation Name: Goodwood Hotel
Meals Included: Lunch
Mid-morning drive to beautiful Stopham Vineyard, located next to the River Arun in the South Downs National Park, for a tour and tasting. Stopham was established in 2007, and specialises in white wine. After a pub lunch we return to Goodwood for a tour of the House with its magnificent art collection and State Apartments. Return to the hotel mid-afternoon for a Sussex cheese tasting with Valentina. Tour ends at the hotel approx 17.00.
What's Included
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Three nights’ bed and breakfast at the four-star Goodwood Hotel
Includes shared occupancy of a twin/double room.
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Welcome reception
A welcome reception is included.
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Two dinners
Two dinners are included in the tour.
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Two lunches
Two lunches are included in the tour.
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Two wine-tastings
Two wine-tastings are included in the tour.
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Sussex cheese tasting
A Sussex cheese tasting is included.
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All guided tours and admissions as per the itinerary
All guided tours and admissions mentioned in the itinerary are included.
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Coach touring as per the itinerary
Coach touring as per the itinerary is included.
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Valentina Harris throughout
Valentina Harris will be present throughout the tour.
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Tour manager throughout
A tour manager will be present throughout the tour.
What's Not Included
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Transport to the hotel
Transport to the hotel is not included.
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Holiday insurance
Holiday insurance is not included.
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Double for sole use supplement
A supplement of £410 for double room for sole use is not included.
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Extra nights on a bed and breakfast basis
Extra nights on a bed and breakfast basis are not included.
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Meals other than those stated
Meals other than those stated in the itinerary are not included.
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Items of a personal nature
Items such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls, etc.
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Porterage and gratuities
Porterage and gratuities are not included.
Mode of Transport
Transport to the hotel is not included. Coach touring as per the itinerary.
Accommodation
Goodwood Hotel and Spa (or similar)
Elegant four-star hotel with indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, gym, tennis court, garden, brasserie and restaurant. The comfortable bedrooms feature all modern amenities including en-suite bathroom, TV, telephone, free wifi, air-conditioning, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities.
Parking: complimentary.
MORE INFO
Please note that all our UK tours start and finish at the relevant hotel. You can normally check in from 3pm onwards but hotels will always be happy to store your luggage if you arrive earlier in the day.
For full details of how to get to the hotel, directions and the nearest train station, please click on the hotel website or call our office for details. These will also be sent automatically with your confirmation.
The welcome reception and first evening dinner / talk will commence at about 6pm - full details will be sent with your joining instructions about 10 days prior to the arrival date.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The accommodation is at the Goodwood Hotel and Spa, an elegant four-star hotel with amenities such as an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, gym, tennis court, garden, brasserie, and restaurant. The comfortable bedrooms feature modern amenities including en-suite bathrooms, TV, telephone, free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, hairdryer, and tea/coffee making facilities. Complimentary parking is also available.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes three nights’ bed and breakfast at the Goodwood Hotel, a welcome reception, two dinners, two lunches, and a Sussex cheese tasting.
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Are there any wine tastings included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes two wine tastings. One at Wiston Wine Estate and another at Artelium Wine Estate. Additionally, there is a visit to Stopham Vineyard for a tour and tasting.
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What activities are planned for the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will arrive independently at the Goodwood Hotel from 15:00. In the evening, there will be a welcome drink followed by dinner at the hotel restaurant, Farmer, Butcher, Chef.
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What can I expect during the visit to Parham House and Gardens?
At Parham House and Gardens, you will enjoy a private visit with a guided tour focusing on a 'foodie' theme. The tour includes the Great Hall and the Long Gallery. For lunch, Valentina Harris will prepare a special meal using local produce in the Old Kitchen. You will also have time to explore the gardens, including a four-acre Walled Garden with stunning herbaceous borders, rose gardens, greenhouse, and vegetable garden.
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What is special about the visit to Firle Place?
Firle Place is the country home to the Gage family for over 500 years and is set in the South Downs National Park. The estate boasts an impressive collection of paintings, porcelain, and furniture. You will enjoy light refreshments and a private guided tour before the house opens to the public at noon.
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What will we see at Berwick Church?
At Berwick Church, you will have a tour to view its famous paintings. During the Second World War, the Bloomsbury artists were commissioned by the Bishop of Chichester to decorate the interior of the church, marking the first time contemporary artists had been given permission to do so.
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What is included in the tour of Goodwood House?
The tour of Goodwood House includes a visit to its magnificent art collection and State Apartments. This will be followed by a Sussex cheese tasting with Valentina Harris.
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What is the schedule for the last day of the tour?
On the last day, you will visit Stopham Vineyard for a tour and tasting, followed by a pub lunch. Afterward, you will return to Goodwood for a tour of the House and a Sussex cheese tasting with Valentina Harris. The tour ends at the hotel at approximately 17:00.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Final joining instructions and documentation will be despatched approximately 10 days before travel.
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Do I need any Visas or Vaccinations for my holidays?
Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change. Please check with your local doctor/GP about the current Vaccination requirements of the country you are visiting. For Visa enquiries, please contact the Embassy of the country you are visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Generally, single and double rooms carry the same price, which means that single supplements for certain itineraries can seem high. We would be pleased to arrange for clients travelling alone to share with another client, however this is subject to somebody in the same situation booking on the tour. If you would be interested in this option, please let us know at the time of enquiry/booking.
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Where does the tour manager meet us?
In most cases the tour manager will travel out with the tour group from the UK. However, this is not always the case and the tour manager may meet you at the destination station / airport. The exact details specific to your tour will be given to you in your final documentation, 10 days prior to departure.
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 45% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.