Birmingham Festival of Quilts & Textile Tour with the Quilter on Fire
$6,870
per person, twin share (land tour only).
$1,495 supplement for single room.
Tour Leader
Tour Info
OVERVIEW
Embark on a captivating UK tour, starting in London with a panoramic city tour, visits to the Tower of London, and the Victoria & Albert Museum. Delve into London’s fabric scene with stops at Shaukat Fabrics, McCullough & Wallis Ltd., and Liberty of London. Explore Windsor Castle, then travel to Bath to marvel at Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral, and the Roman Baths. In Cardiff, enjoy a picturesque boat cruise and a city tour. Discover Welsh quilting traditions in Aberystwyth with visits to Jen Jones Welsh Quilt Museum and Calico Kate Fabric Store. Experience the renowned Festival of Quilts in Birmingham, with ample time for exploring and shopping. This meticulously curated journey combines historical exploration, cultural insights, and unique experiences, offering a rich and immersive adventure through the UK’s heritage and artistry.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Historic Marvels: Explore Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral, and Bath’s Roman Baths.
- Textile Extravaganza: Discover premier fabric stores like Shaukat Fabrics and Liberty, visit the Welsh Quilt Museum, and enjoy Jen Jones' stunning quilt collection.
- Shopping Paradise: Shop at Carnaby Street, Castle Combe, and charming Shrewsbury.
- Cultural Delights: Savor a classic cream tea at the American Museum.
- The Festival of Quilts in Birmingham: Immerse yourself at Europe’s top quilting event.
Detailed Itinerary
START & FINISH
The tour begins at 6.00 pm at Copthorne Tara or similar in London on Day 1, Tuesday July 22. The tour concludes after breakfast at Hyatt Place in Heathrow, on Day 14, Monday August 4.
Itinerary
DETAILED ITINERARY
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Tour Leader
BRANDY MASLOWSKI
Brandy Maslowski is a quilt teacher, speaker, judge, and the author of children’s book, Kristy’s Quilt. She has been a light-hearted stitcher for 30 years. From clumsy beginner quilter all the way to showing her fiber art in galleries, Brandy has a passion for fabric, stitch, color, texture and everything quilting. She loves to travel the world with quilters to ignite their creativity with the tag line “More JOY, less OVERWHELM.” You can find her as the Quilter on Fire on Youtube, Facebook and Instagram or visit her website at www.quilteronfire.com.
Inclusions
TOUR INCLUSIONS
What is included in the tour price?
- 13 nights twin-share accommodation at well-appointed 3 or 4-star hotels with private bath or shower, daily English/Welsh breakfast included
- Coach and driver with the group from Day 5 to Day 10
- 3 course set menu dinners at hotel as stated in the itinerary
- Visits and experiences as stated in the itinerary
- Three-day entrances to the Festival of Quilts
- An English-speaking guide on from Day 5 to Day 13
- Porterage of one piece of luggage in and out of hotels
What is not included in the tour price?
- International airfares
- Arrival/departure transfers
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities to guide and driver (recommended tipping $5 per person per day)
- Personal expenses and anything not mentioned
Hotels
HOTELS
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Tour Details
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