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The Sorcerer & his Apprentice Tour

As you look around Thaxted, you realise that the whole town was built by masterly  craftsmen. This tour is a tribute to their great skill and art.

We learn about several old crafts, and the secret world of the Master Craftsman and his Apprentice.

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About

This tour celebrates the exquisite skill of the Masters and their Apprentices from centuries ago.

This tour will transport guests to a different age and world, before the Industrial Revolution, when everything was made by hand, and very little was wasted.

Adults: £25

Numbers of Guests: 6 to 20 people

1 hour walking tour

Tour Details

As we walk around Thaxted, we learn about several old crafts, and see examples of rare pargetting.

Would you know how to milk a cow  before making a cup of coffee in the morning?

This tour reveals the secret fascinating life of the Master and his Apprentice.

Yet can the lessons of the past, teach us how to live better today?

This tour may inspire you to take up a craft yourself?

It may even change your view on life and the world!


Highlights of the tour

Enjoy a delicious cup of  coffee and Cake , and toilet stop before the Tour starts. You can relax!

Discover fantastic rare medieval stone carvings ,see a rare Green Man, and even a  beautiful small medieval Dragon!

Such beauty in stonework and carvings, opens a dazzling window onto the medieval world and mind!

Do you know how to make a broom? Or look after and keep happy bees?

Jane can recommend a local restaurant where you can enjoy a delicious meal of fish and chips after the Tour! Ask Jane.


The Tour

Delicious Coffee  and Cake,  and Toilet Stop

10.15am to 10.50am

The  Guided Walking Tour with Jane

11am to 12 noon

Easy street walking – 1 hour

Walking Fitness

Must be walking fit

 

VIRGIN EXPERIENCE DAYS VOUCHER FOR TWO

The Sorcerer and His Apprentice with Coffee for Two

ONCE YOU HAVE YOUR VOUCHER FOR TWO!

please email Jane

Jane’s email jane@essex-tours.com

I will make the booking of the tour for you! It is very easy!


Gift Cards

A Gift card is a perfect way to celebrate with a special friend or loved one!

Special Occasions whilst on tour

Please let your  tour guide Jane  know if you are celebrating a special occasion like a Birthday, anniversary, etc.

Jane will try her best to accommodate your wishes, to make any special celebration whilst on tour, extra special!

The tour guide can announce the Happy Occasion whilst on tour if you wish. Please email her at the time of booking a ticket.

GUESTS REQUIRED FOR THIS TOUR TO GO AHEAD

6 guests are required for this tour to go ahead, and I take a maximum of 20 guests on any tour.

Voucher for two with Buyagift/and Red LetterDays

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Voucher for two with Buyagift/and Red LetterDays

The Infamous Essex Witch Hunt Tour of the 17th century for Two
Buy Now

NOTE: Once guests have purchased a voucher they should email me on jane@essex-tours.com and I will make the booking

Four Virgin Experience Days Vouchers for Two Great Value!

The Infamous Essex Witch Hunt Tour for Two 17th century
Buy Now
Thaxted Master Craftsman Walking Tour with Coffee and Cake for Two
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Byrthnoth's Legendary Viking Tour in Essex for Two
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Maldon's Salty Sea Dog Tour with Tea and Cake for Two
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Exclusive Private Tours

Perfect for: Private Parties/ Corporate Events/Hen Nights/Parties/ Birthdays/Anniversaries

 If you wish my tour to be solely for your group you can make a private group booking by contacting the Tour Guide, Jane, using the contact form here

Prices for exclusive, private tours…

Groups of 10 guests  £500

Special Tours

Hen Parties
 
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Private Parties
 
Corporate Business Tours

Prices for Special Tours…

Groups of 6  £300
 
Groups of 10 £500

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