New Horizons: Group Travel Inspiration for 2027

Looking for fresh inspiration for your next group trip to South East England in 2027? Discover even more unforgettable places and experiences to add to your itinerary.

Explore magnificent castles and palaces, stunning gardens and welcoming wineries, with plenty of group-friendly attractions ready to make your next visit memorable. Start planning your group adventure today.

Discover Leeds Castle

Make your group visit to Leeds Castle memorable with a choice of private experiences. Explore the Castle’s historic gardens on a guided Garden Tour with a member of the expert gardening team, discovering the estate’s horticultural heritage and seasonal displays. Alternatively, uncover fascinating stories with a Tea & Talk in the medieval Gatehouse, with a choice of captivating topics. There is plenty to discover together, with prices held until March 2028.

Group size: Minimum 15, no maximum.

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Group Days at Balfour Winery

Discover the perfect group day out at Balfour Winery in the heart of the Kent countryside. Open year-round, the winery offers memorable vineyard tours, guided wine tastings and delicious lunch packages tailored for groups of all sizes. Whether you are planning a club excursion, special-interest tour or coach trip, the team can create an unforgettable experience.

Contact the Reservations Team at reservations@balfourwinery.com to start planning your 2027 group visit and explore everything Balfour Winery has to offer.

Group size: Minimum 10, maximum 60.

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2027 at Blenheim Palace

For those seeking something new, 2027 brings fresh reasons to visit. Spring sees the opening of Beyond the Silver Screen, a new exhibition celebrating nearly a century of film at the Palace. The Palace will be restored to its full glory following the completion of its two-year roof restoration project, with all views of the magnificent building ready for picture-perfect moments. Travel trade partners can also plan with confidence, thanks to fixed pricing through to the end of 2028, providing greater certainty for future itineraries.

Group size: Minimum 15, no maximum.

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Discover West Dean Gardens

Nestled at the foot of the South Downs, West Dean Gardens offers an unforgettable experience year-round. Explore the famed 300-foot Edwardian Pergola, historic Victorian glasshouses, vibrant walled kitchen gardens and scenic arboretum. Groups enjoy discounted admission rates, optional guided tours and flexible dining options, from pre-booked buffet lunches in the historic Main House to casual bites at the Gardens Kitchen. Plan your visit and discover why West Dean is one of England’s finest heritage gardens.

Group size: Minimum 15, no maximum.

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Discover the Rare Breeds Centre

Discover the ultimate day out for families and multigenerational groups at Kent’s premier farm attraction featuring rare breeds of farm animals: the Rare Breeds Centre. Immerse your group in interactive Meet the Animals sessions, seasonal pig racing and butterfly tunnel, scenic woodland walks, accessible tractor-trailer rides, interactive animal activities, three adventure playgrounds, seasonal events, a restaurant and a gift shop. Enjoy personalised, hassle-free group planning with accessible amenities.

Group size: Minimum 10, no maximum.

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More Than Just a Train Ride

The Bluebell Railway is a premier 11-mile heritage line running through the Sussex countryside. As the UK’s first preserved standard-gauge steam railway, it launched the volunteer-led rail movement in 1960. Today, it hosts one of the world’s finest collections of vintage steam locomotives and wooden carriages. Operating between Sheffield Park and East Grinstead, it offers visitors a nostalgic journey back to the golden age of steam travel.

Group size: Minimum 15, maximum 50.

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