13th July 2018
From Mary Poppins’ London to Harry Potter’s Scotland and the magical Kingdom of Westeros, discover ancient castles, iconic destinations and explore filming locations in a spectacular set-jetting itinerary.
Our intimate knowledge of filming locations and personalities make Dream Escape the perfect choice to take you to the heart of the action, exploring undiscovered, off the beaten track locations with insider knowledge and the most experienced planners and guides in the business.
Ahead of the forthcoming movie, take a trip to Highclere to meet owners of the real Downton Abbey, visiting the stud and immersing in quintessential English life with authentic Royal connections. Explore London with your very own spy map like James bond, visit the Bond in Motion Exhibition at the London Film Museum admiring the iconic cars used in the films before sitting back in a custom-crafted, Rolls Royce Phantom, worthy of 007, or perhaps racing down the Thames in a high-speed RIB.
With personalised amenities and themed supper and snacks at our luxury hotels we can transform a holiday into a trip of a lifetime. Celebrate Mary Poppins’ London with a tour of Bloomsbury, afternoon tea and a supercalifragilistic walking tour. Our guides will take you on a themed treasure hunt, anything from Harry Potter to Paddington Bear. Packed with information, each family member will be delighted with their own set of hand drawn personalized clues giving a brilliant insight into the capital city.
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As the popularity of Outlander continues with a new series premiering later in the year, follow in Jamie and Claire’s footsteps and explore the romantic castles, standing stones and sweeping panoramas of Scotland with exclusive visits to the latest filming locations. Our in-house Head of Guiding is the perfect choice having had unique studio and set access during filming
Visit Rosslyn chapel with private candlelight drinks for an atmospheric step back in time. Featured in the Da Vinci Code, its mysterious symbolism has intrigued visitors for generations. The life of Mary, Queen of Scots provides inspiration for a new film released at the end of the year. Take private visit to the baroque Palace of Holyroodhouse which is perhaps best known as her home and the setting for many of the dramatic episodes in her turbulent reign. Perhaps take a ranger guided walk in Glencoe discovering filming locations for this and many other epics, with the beautiful back drop of Scotland’s most stunning scenery.
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The dramatic and wild Irish scenery provides the backdrop for many well-known set-jetting locations. Embark on a movie exploration along the Wild Atlantic Way from Harry Potter at the Cliffs of Moher to the Star Wars at the ancient Skelligs
Explore Northern Ireland and uncover the stunning locations, medieval ruins and wild landscapes associated with The Game of Thrones. Take a private Game of Thrones boat tour or sea safari. See your favourite scenes of Winterfell on a cycling tour on the shores of Strangford Lough and perhaps visit the Antrim coast and indulge in a Game of Thrones themed afternoon tea at a 17th Century haunted castle before exploring movie locations steeped in local myth and legend.
Follow these links to our unique ‘set-jetting’ programmes
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This year kicks off in true British style with the pomp and ceremony of a Royal wedding. Celebrate this event with a royally inspired...
Explore the best gourmet and foodie discoveries and with local Insider knowledge and off the beaten track experiences delivered by the best guides and experts in UK and Ireland. Dream Escape will create the very best culinary encounters with exclusive and private adventures to whet your appetite and discover the roots of your destination.
Borough Market in Southwark has a claim to being the oldest of all the London markets, still trading on its original 1276 site. Brilliant splashes of colour, different aromas and a general bustle of activity greet your senses as you enter and with plenty of foods to sample it is a culinary treasure trove.
Many of the stall holders in the market and adjacent shops offer talks, books, samples and tips on their area of foodie expertise. From Gastrotours to Tea Tastings let Dream Escape help you find a foodie experience to suit your palate.
Look out for the bell in Middle Road in the market. Traditionally from 1857, a bailiff used to ring a bell to announce the start and the end of the day's trading .
Do a spot of Set-Jetting: the market appeared on the big screen in Bridget Jones's Baby; Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban; Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels.
London is obviously the place to be this week as some of the Dream Escape team also enjoyed exploring the city and discovering new experiences and beautiful properties. From a private tour of the Cabinet War Rooms to a masterclass in smoking cocktails and champagne sobrage. Much fun was had by all. A huge thank you to Alex and everyone at Red Carnation Hotels for looking after us so perfectly.
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Happy Sunday Everyone! ....some of the Dream Escape team are enjoying London at its very finest this weekend. Fun in the sun😎.
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Another year closes on the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The Show seems to be more and more spectacular every year and 2019 raised-the-bar yet again. Innovative garden designs and a riot of colour - lots of ideas for our gardens this summer!
Best Show Garden was awarded to the M&G Garden designed by Andy Sturgeon - his 8th gold medal! The first picture shows his fabulous stone platforms and burnt timber sculptures looking like rock formations in a woodland landscape.
Unfortunately the wait was too long to see the Duchess of Cambridge RHS Back to Nature Garden co-designed with Andrée Davies and Adam White. However it was covered on television with Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louise enjoying the swing and paddling in the pond and it looked a fun garden for children.
There is always 2020 and Dream Escape would be happy to plan a tailor-made holiday for you to include private visits to a variety of beautiful gardens including a day at RHS Chelsea Flower Show. 🌹
