WELCOME TO CLASSIC BATTLEFIELD TOURS
Where each tour is well thought out to enhance the battlefield experience
TOURS FOR 2023
Bespoke Tours
We are increasing asked to put together bespoke tours for small to large groups within a large range of budgets. This is because we have access to a range of unique experiences, hotels, restaurants and are fully insured for peace of mind. Please do look at our European and UK tours section for a full list of the bespoke tour options for groups.
For the 2023 season we are offering 8 European tours over a period of history from the Waterloo to World War 2
Waterloo & Bruges – 14th to 17th July 2023
WW1 Mons, Ypres and the Somme – 5th to 9th July 2023
D Day beaches – 14th to 18th June 2023
Patton in Europe - 27th September to 1st October 2023
Battle of the Bulge - 13th to 17th December 2023
Battle Guide The Great Retreat in 1914 – 14th – 17th September 2023
Battle Guide Retreat to Dunkirk in 1940 – 25th to 28th May 2023
Battle Guide Peninsular War Tour – 19th-26th September 2023
In association with Battle Guide Virtual Tours
UK Tours
For the 2023 season we are offering 4 UK tours
English Civil War vs American Civil War - 15th October to 19th October 2023
Bomber Command – 5th to 8th September 2023
US8th AAF – 14th to 17th April 2023
Warbird restoration at Druxford 18th May, 22nd June, 20th July, 24th August 2023
207 Squadron Memorial Service and Tour - 23rd to 26th November 2022
Experiences
Guided Walks
We are offering a full range of guided walks across the UK by leading historians in their field.
Siege of Basing House – Thursday 4th May 2023
SOE at Tangmere airfield – April 2023
Napoleonic Sea Fort - July 2023
Expert Talks
During the winter months and vis Zoom we present a range of interesting Expert Talks on different military history subjects.
We look forward to welcoming you on one of our exciting events
Battle of Britain Tour
Although fought largely in the air, there is so much that can be seen on the ground to bring this seminal British battle to life. From understanding the importance of radar and scrambling fighters at just the right time, to seeing many of the aircraft involved in the fight for our island, helping you imagine the sights and sounds of that summer of 1940.More Details
Norman Conquest Tour
It wasn’t – as that fake news channel of the time, the Bayeux Tapestry, had it – one in the eye for Harold what won it. After his victory at Hastings, William had to press on and fight to secure London, as this fascinating tour brings to life. Regarding the Norman Conquest, the next sentence is ‘But it took him another six years – longer than WW II – to finally secure the throne in 1072.More Details
Northwest Frontier of Rome
It was so much more than just a wall; but what was it for ? Keeping out the Picts ? Controlling trade and collecting taxes ? Or showing off the military and cultural might of Rome ? These are some of the questions we explore as we visit one of the most wildly beautiful parts of our nation.More Details
The Wars of the Roses Tour
The stakes were high. These wars were not fought for land, wealth or religious ideals but the right to rule the country. As history tells us, when the prize is a kingdom, the fighting gets bloody – and the Wars of Roses were some of the bloodiest in our history, as you’ll feel as you tour the key battlefields.More Details
“
‘What a great trip. Jamie thanks for organising such a brilliant itinerary and really good hotels. Can’t wait for next year’.
H.C. Surgeon
‘Fab three days-thanks so much James’.
G.B. Clerk of a Livery Company
Thanks for another great trip. Jamie did us proud once again’.
T.H. Retired Wealth Manager
‘I would also like to add my thanks to Jamie of organising such a terrific few days’.
M.R. Oil trader
‘Thanks for a fantastically well organised trip’.
W.W. Farmer
