Nicola Matthews axis events Air-Conditioning Group August 2013

1. london Prepared for Pamela Shepherd MICE Representative Dream Escape July 2013 Nicola Matthews axis events Air-Conditioning Group August 2013 Nicola Matthews axis events Air-Conditioning Group August 2013

2. Catherine Warner July 2009 dreamescape.co.uk

3. Day TwoArrival into London Our experienced guides and curators will greet the group on arrival at London Heathrow Airport. It’s a short transfer into central London and to your hotel in the heart of Mayfair. Check in will be operated from a private hospitality suite with our guides on hand to help with any questions or queries. Assuming that you have an early check-in arranged guests can retire to their rooms to freshen up after the long flights. We will be able to provide guests with a local information guide for their afternoon at leisure – maybe taking a visit to the Asprey store as pictured here. We could also provide some set-time departures for a local walking tour with our guides. This will provide guests with flexibility without having to commit to anything in advance, as guests may not be able to predict how they will feel after traveling for so long. Relaxed reception at the Hotel this evening with our guides on hand to take care of any questions or queries regarding the activities for the following day. dreamescape.co.uk

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5. Day Three Orientation Tours Westminster Abbey & Panoramic Tour Staggered departure from the hotel this morning in a number of coaches. Each coach will take a different route to see the main sites in London on a panoramic city tour, including view of Buckingham Palace and Big Ben. The tour will include a visit to Westminster Abbey where the marriage of Prince William and Kate Middleton took place in 2011. Lunch on the Silver Sturgeon The individual coaches will drop guests off at the Silver Sturgeon on the River Thames. This wonderful boat, the flagship vessel of the fleet that includes the official Royal barge on the River Thames, is fitted to a very high standard will be taken privately for a cruise along the River, with drinks and lunch on board. With a capacity for seated dining of up to 440 people this is a great way to see London from the water and entertain the whole group in a unique setting and with a wonderful meal. Private Capsules on the London Eye After lunch the Silver Sturgeon will then dock alongside the London Eye and it’s then time to take to the sky. The group will have seen London at street level, from the water and now they will have the chance to take a birds-eye view of central and greater London in private capsules. The waiting coaches will takes guests back to the hotel as they disembark the London Eye. dreamescape.co.uk

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7. Day Three Dinner & Evening Theatre Tickets Dine Around After freshening up at the hotel guests will depart in groups to a variety of restaurants. These will be a range of styles and locations based on what shows people will be attending later in the evening. These pre-theatre dinners tend to be early evening and typically 2-courses due to the limited time available before the evening shows begin. Depart for your show by vehicle, on foot, or by coach depending on your location. West End Theatre, Globe Theatre or Royal Opera House You’ll have a great selection of shows to choose from in the colourful West End. Indeed you may want to see a classic or perhaps a new show on the scene. Options will also include the Royal Opera House for a Ballet or Opera, as well as a trip across to the Southbank and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre. Details of all the available shows for 2014 will be released later this year and in early 2014. Return to the hotel at the end of the evening by coach or on foot depending on your location. dreamescape.co.uk

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9. Day FourOptional Daytime Tours Windsor Castle & Eton College After a relaxed breakfast you’ll depart central London and drive out to the wonderful Windsor Castle. It is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world and the Official Residence of Her Majesty The Queen. Your visit will take in the ornate State Apartments – partly rebuilt following the fire of 1992 – and the gothic marvel of St. George’s Chapel. On to lunch at the acclaimed Savill Building, followed by a tour of Eton College with one of the ‘Old Boys’ (subject to availability). Return to the hotel in London later in the afternoon. Oxford & Blenheim Palace Depart London by luxury coach this morning for drive to Oxford – the City of Dreaming Spires famous the world over for its University and place in history. It has been home to royalty and scholars for over 800 years. Explore the city with your expert local guide and visit the amazing Christ Church for a behind the scenes tour that provides access to the college's history, its architecture, student life, and will show locations associated with the world of Lewis Carroll and of course, scene settings for Harry Potter films. After lunch in one of the many local restaurants you’ll drive the short distance to Woodstock and the amazing Blenheim Palace – the birthplace of Winston Churchill in 1874 and home of the 11th Duke & Duchess of Marlborough. Return to London after a tour of the Palace and Gardens. dreamescape.co.uk

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11. Day FourOptional Daytime Tours Mercedes World - Brooklands For those members of the group who are fascinated by engineering, style and, more importantly, speed – here is an opportunity to spend a day at Mercedes-Benz World at Brooklands.Depart London by coach in the morning for Brooklands in Weybridge, Surrey and return later in the afternoon, with lunch on-site at Mercedes-Benz World. Take an exhilarating driving experience, as well as passenger laps with one of the highly skilled drivers. After lunch, you’ll also be able to take a tour around the exhibitions that show the heritage of Mercedes-Benz, either at your own pace or a guided tour with one of the on-site curators. Hampton Court & River Thames Boat Ride This is the story of two palaces: a Tudor palace, magnificently developed by Cardinal Wolsey and later Henry VIII, alongside a Baroque palace built by William III and Mary II. Depart London by coach for Hampton court for a private tour of the Palace and the Gardens, before enjoying a fork buffet in the Royal Tennis Club Rooms. Followed with a boat ride along the River Thames direct from the palace to Chertsey where your coach will take you the rest of the way into London and to your hotel. dreamescape.co.uk

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13. Day FourOptional Daytime Tours Stonehenge & Salisbury Cathedral Depart London after breakfast this morning and visit the World Heritage Site of Stonehenge. Located near Salisbury in the beautiful Wiltshire countryside, it is a highlight of the South West. After your visit to Stonehenge you’ll drive on to Salisbury, a quintessentially English city with one of the finest medieval Cathedrals in Britain. Enjoy lunch in one of the local Inns followed by a guided tour of the Cathedral and a walking tour of the city with your expert guide. Return to London by coach later in the afternoon. Hever Castle & Chartwell Dating from 1270, Hever Castle has a homely atmosphere and houses historic 16th century Tudor portraits, furniture and tapestries. Other artefacts include two magnificent Books of Hours (prayer books), both signed and inscribed by Anne Boleyn. Enjoy a private guided tour followed by lunch in one of the two restaurants. It’s then just a short drive to Chartwell – the family home of Sir Winston Churchill until the end of his life. Explore the house and gardens which remain much as they were when he lived there. Return to London following the visits. dreamescape.co.uk

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15. Day FourGala Dinner The Victoria & Albert Museum Reflecting its reputation as the world's greatest museum of art and design, the V&A's magnificent South Kensington building is itself an unique gem of Victorian architecture. The perfect location for a Gala Awards Dinner. Coacheswill transport all the guests to the amazing John Madejski Gardens for a black-tie drinks reception and canapés. It’s then on into the Raphael Gallery for an amazing dinner. Raphael Gallery houses some of the most important surviving examples of Renaissance art in the world. The seven Raphael cartoons, dating back to 1516, are complemented by a gilded Spanish altarpiece lending a striking backdrop to the dinner and awards presentations. The group will enjoy a wonderful 4-course dinner to coincide with the awards ceremony and speeches. Afterwards the Dome will be made available for dancing until midnight or 1am as required. Transportation back to the hotel will depart every 15-20 minutes. Overnight in London dreamescape.co.uk

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17. Day Five Morning at Leisure & Afternoon Garden Party Enjoy a relaxing leisurely morning today with time for some local shopping or time to recover from a late night, perhaps with brunch or a casual lunch at the hotel or at a local restaurant. Coaches will depart the hotel at 3pm for the short drive to Kensington and the wonderful private Kensington Roof Gardens. Located one hundred feet above Kensington High Street in central London, The Roof Gardens and Babylon Restaurant are truly spectacular. Originally above Derry and Tom's department store which opened in 1933, The Roof Gardens were the dream child of the vice president of Barkers, Trevor Bowen, who employed landscape architect Ralph Hancock to realise his vision. There are three themed gardens, with over 70 full size trees, a flowing stream stocked with fish and the resident flamingos Bill, Ben, Splosh and Pecks. You’ll enjoy an afternoon cocktail reception with Jazz music and time to relax in this stunning oasis in central London. Later on there will be a gourmet buffet and BBQ together with some more musical entertainment. Transportation back to the hotel will depart every 15-20 minutes. Overnight in London and transfers to London Heathrow or a mainline train station the following morning. dreamescape.co.uk

18. All of our programme overviews provide just the basic itinerary information. There is of course a huge amount of detail that sits behind each proposal. If you have any questions or queries about any part of your proposal please do let us know. We look forward to hearing from you at your convenience to confirm your dream escape.   enquiries@dreamescape.co.uk dreamescape.co.uk