The Grand Sporting Tour
The Grand Sporting Tour
Grand Sporting tour highlights
Sporting Excellence
Combine thrilling driving with
exceptional driven shoot days at some of England’s most prestigious
sporting estates.
Luxury Escapes
Stay at magnificent country house hotels, enjoying fine dining, warm hospitality and first-class comfort throughout.
Scenic Drives
Experience beautifully curated
driving routes through Northumberland, Yorkshire and the glorious Cotswold countryside.
Beyond The Shoot
With luxury hotels, scenic drives and full hospitality, the tour is equally
rewarding for non-shooting guests.
The route & itinerary
Sunday 1st November
Arrival
Sunday 1st November
Arrive at the magnificent Matfen Hall in the Northumberland countryside. Arrive by car or via private transfer from Edinburgh or your preferred airport before gathering for a fabulous welcome dinner to begin the tour.
Monday 2nd November
Sporting Day
Monday 2nd November
Our first sporting day takes place on a superb Northumberland estate, offering exceptional pheasant & partridge shooting and exceptional field hospitality. In the evening we return to Matfen Hall for the evening a a night cap by the fire.
Tuesday 3rd November
Scenic Drive into Yorkshire
Tuesday 3rd November
Our first grand touring day takes a beautifully scenic route across the Pennines and into the Yorkshire Dales. After a light lunch stop along the way, we arrive at our hotel for the next two nights with time to relax before our private dinner.
Wednesday 4th November
Sporting Day
Wednesday 4th November
After breakfast we have a short drive to today’s shoot for a superb day in the field. Once again, brilliant pheasant & partridge drives will be on offer along with more wonderful hospitality in the Yorkshire countryside. Drivers will be available to drive to you and from the shoot location.
Thursday 5th November
Scenic Drive to the Cotswolds
Thursday 5th November
A combination of scenic & fast roads south takes us from Yorkshire towards the Cotswolds. En route an optional stop for lunch at the superb Chatsworth House before continuing to Ellenborough Park for a two-night stay.
Friday 6th November
Sporting Day
Friday 6th November
Our final sporting day takes place at a renowned shoot in the Cotswolds with more fabulous pheasant & partridge drives on offer. This evening, we celebrate the tour with a farewell dinner and awards ceremony at Ellenborough Park overlooking Cheltenham Racecourse.
Saturday 7th November
Departure
Saturday 7th November
After breakfast, guests depart at their leisure or private transfers can be arranged.
What's included
Included
Not included
Everything for a Smooth Ride
Your Own Classic
Most of our guests bring their own vintage cars. We provide secure parking at every hotel and detailed roadbooks for your peace of mind.
Need a Rental?
Don’t have a classic? No problem. We have a network of trusted partners and can help you arrange the perfect rental for this journey.
Roadside Support
Our expert mechanics follow the group in a dedicated support vehicle, ready to assist with any technical issues on the road.
Ferries & Shuttles
Ferry or LeShuttle crossings to/from the UK are included on some tours. The only exceptions are local ferries that cannot be pre-booked.
Moments from the journey
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