Gilbert and Sullivan Opera Festival

Immerse yourself in the world of Gilbert & Sullivan at the international festival, centring on Buxton’s iconic Edwardian Opera House. Take a backstage tour and discover costume insights, stroll Buxton’s heritage streets, and experience two evening performances from the Dress Circle. Add guided visits to Chatsworth and Haddon Hall, plus a wine reception before the curtain goes up.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrival
Arrive independently from 15:00. Evening welcome drink, dinner, and special talk by Bernard Lockett, Trustee of the Friends of the G&S Festival.

Day 2: Buxton
Begin with a backstage tour of the Buxton Opera House, followed by a guided heritage walk through Buxton’s Lower Town. Free time at leisure for dinner before a pre-show drinks reception and evening performance at the Opera House.

Day 3: Chatsworth and Bakewell
Morning visit to Chatsworth House for a guided tour and time to explore the house and gardens. Free time for lunch in nearby Bakewell. Return to the hotel for an early dinner, then to the Buxton Opera House for an evening performance.

Day 4: Haddon Hall and Matlock
Visit Haddon Hall, for a guided tour of its remarkably preserved medieval and Tudor architecture. Continue to Matlock for lunch and optional free time before returning to the hotel by 17:00.

NB: Exact order of excursions may vary according to local conditions and tour manager's discretion.

Please note the maximum group size on this tour is 30 passengers.

INCLUDED

• Three nights' accommodation on bed and breakfast basis at a handpicked hotel, based on shared occupancy of a twin/double room
• First night welcome drink, dinner, and special talk by Bernard Lockett, Trustee of the Friends of the G&S Festival
• Pre-show drinks reception and evening performance at the Opera House on day 2 
• Dinner at the hotel on day 3
• All talks, guided tours and admissions as per the itinerary
• Coach touring as per the itinerary
• Accompanied by tour manager throughout

NOT INCLUDED

• Transport to the hotel is not included
• Double for sole use supplement - £276
• Extra nights on bed and breakfast basis 
• Holiday insurance 
• Meals other than those stated 
• Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls etc 
• Porterage and gratuities

HOTEL

Handpicked Accommodation

You will stay in a handpicked hotel which will provide a clean and comfortable base which is well located for this wonderful itinerary.