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The Brontes, Wuthering Heights and Jane Eyre

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Windermere, GB
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Step back in time and discover the world of the Bronte sisters on this captivating Bronte Tour! Immerse yourself in the lives and works of Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Bronte, three of the most famous writers in English literature. Visit their former home, the Bronte Parsonage, and explore the Bronte museum and other important landmarks. Expert guides will share fascinating stories and insights into the lives of these incredible women. Journey through the beautiful landscapes that inspired their novels, such as the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the brooding Pennine Moors. Walk in the footsteps of the Brontes as you explore the village of Haworth, visit the Black Bull Inn, where Branwell drank himself to death, and see the family vault where the Bronte sisters are buried. Book your tour today and embark on a journey through the rich literary heritage of the Bronte sisters.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 8 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-6 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Discover the world of the Bronte sisters
  • Visit important landmarks and museums related to the Brontes
  • Learn fascinating stories and insights into their lives and works
  • Explore the scenic countryside and villages that inspired their novels
  • Immerse yourself in the rich literary heritage of the Bronte sisters
  • Relaxed and friendly small-group tour of no more than 6 guests
  • Comfortable minivans with air-conditioning, wifi and charging points for most mobile devices
  • Regular photo / refreshment / comfort stops
  • Entry into the bronte parsonage and museum is included in the price
  • Professional guides share their expertise of all the fascinating facts and stories in english
  • Departure and return to convenient, centrally located meeting points
  • All entrance fees for locations on the itinerary are included
  • Lunch

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Introduction

Step back in time and discover the world of the Bronte sisters on this Bronte Tour! Experience the captivating journey through the life and works of Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Bronte, three of the most famous writers in English literature. Immerse yourself in the rich literary heritage of the Bronte sisters and gain a deeper understanding of the world that shaped these incredible women.

What to expect?

During this tour, expect to visit key landmarks such as the Parsonage, the Bronte museum, and other important sites that were significant in the lives of the Bronte sisters. Learn about their inspirations, explore the places that influenced their novels, and gain insights into their literary legacy.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for fans of the Bronte sisters, as well as individuals who appreciate English literature and history. Whether you're a literature enthusiast, a casual fan, or simply curious about the lives of these renowned authors, this tour offers an incredible opportunity to delve into their world. Everyone with an interest in history, literature, and the fascinating lives of the Brontes will find this tour enjoyable and enriching.

Why book this?

Embark on this Bronte Tour to experience the unique and remarkable journey through the lives and works of the Bronte sisters. Expert guides will lead you through the Bronte's hometown and share fascinating stories and insights. You'll get to visit the locations that inspired their novels, connect with their history on a deeper level, and gain a profound appreciation for their literary contributions. Immerse yourself in the rich literary heritage of the Bronte sisters and discover why their works continue to captivate readers across the world.

Good to know

This tour has a total duration of 510 minutes, providing ample time to explore the various sites and fully immerse yourself in the Bronte sisters' world. The itinerary takes you through picturesque locations such as Cowan Bridge, Wycoller, and Haworth, allowing you to experience the landscapes that influenced their writing. As you wander through the village of Haworth, you'll witness the places and people that the Brontes knew, bringing their world to life. This tour promises a memorable and enriching experience for literary enthusiasts and history lovers alike.

Reviews

Individuals who have taken this tour have praised its ability to transport them back in time to the era of the Bronte sisters. They appreciated the knowledgeable and passionate guides who shared intriguing stories and insights. Visitors were captivated by the sites visited and felt a stronger connection to the Brontes' works after the tour. Overall, reviewers highly recommend this tour for anyone interested in delving deeper into the world of the Bronte sisters and gaining a greater appreciation for their literary achievements.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Your Itinerary

Wycoller Country Park

We start the day with a scenic drive through Cumbria, past the market town of Kirkby Lonsdale and into the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Our first stop is at the village of Cowan Bridge to see the buildings which were once the Clergy Daughter's School attended by four Brontë sisters, Maria, Elizabeth, Charlotte and Emily. The poor conditions and harsh regime caused a scandal at the time and although the sisters were withdrawn from the school, it was too late for Maria and Elizabeth who died shortly after returning home. The school was the inspiration for "Lowood" in Charlotte's novel, Jane Eyre, and she never forgot the harsh treatment and unhealthy conditions the she and her sisters endured there. Our drive continues amidst beautiful scenery into the County of Lancashire. Following in the footsteps of Charlotte Bronte, our next stop is at the tiny village of Wycoller with its ruinous hall, the model for Ferndean Manor in Jane Eyre. The village is full of character and atmosphere with two ancient bridges and a ford crossing Wycoller Beck. Your guide will show you around the Gothically romantic ruined hall and explain the history of this sleepy little village.

Bronte Parsonage Museum

As we move through the towns and villages, your guide will put the surrounding countryside and the impact of the Industrial Revolution on the area into context. We see one of the local mills, a survivor from the time of the Brontë's, up close on the way to Ponden Hall. As our time is limited, we only have time to view the hall from the outside. It is famous for reputedly being the inspiration for Thrushcross Grange, the home of the Linton family, Edgar, Isabella, and Cathy, in Emily Brontë's novel Wuthering Heights. However, it does not match the description given in the novel and is closer in size and appearance to the farmhouse of Wuthering Heights itself. The Brontë biographer Winifred Gerin believed that Ponden Hall was the original of Wildfell Hall, the old mansion where Helen Graham, the protagonist of Anne Brontë's The Tenant of Wildfell Hall, fled from her husband. Ponden shares certain architectural details with Wildfell: latticed windows, a central portico and date plaque above. We will let you decide for yourselves which sister described it in her novel. From here, our journey takes us across the brooding Pennine Moors, a bleak and beautiful place where the sisters would wander to escape the industrial fumes from the chimneys of nearby Keighley and the emotionally charged atmosphere of the Parsonage in Haworth. Although there is no evidence that the now ruined farmhouse on Top Withens was the inspiration for Heathcliff's dwelling, locals and the Brontë Society say Emily was most likely thinking of its moorland setting when she wrote about Wuthering Heights. Describing it, she wrote: "One may guess the power of the north wind blowing over the edge, by the excessive slant of a few stunted firs at the end of the house; and by a range of gaunt thorns all stretching their limbs one way, as if craving alms of the sun." Pretty strong stuff when you are out there on those actual moors in the wind and the rain! Although we can experience the moors from the road, we don't have time to walk very far before moving on to our next, fascinating destination, The Brontë Parsonage Museum.

Admission Included

Haworth Parish Church

After your visit to the Parsonage, your guide will take you on a tour of the graveyard and the village where you will wander down the High Street of Haworth, hardly changed since the Brontë's walked here 150 years ago. You will see the Black Bull Inn where Branwell drank himself to death and the Apothecary where he bought laudanum, his other deadly addiction. Throughout the village, your guide will take you back in time to the places and people that the Brontë's knew, walking in their footsteps to bring the place alive for them again. You will also visit the church to see the family vault where all but Anne are buried. On this tour you can let your imagination run free, breathe the chill moorland air, gaze over the wild, dramatic landscape of "Wuthering Heights", "Jane Eyre" and "The Tennant of Wildfell Hall". Discover the freedoms and restrictions, the successes and failures, the loves and losses endured in the world of Victorian England, a place which fashioned the passionate, emotional and tragic lives of the world's most famous literary family.

Windermere

(Pass by)

This is one of our pickup points

Bowness-on-Windermere

(Pass by)

You can join the tour at Windermere

Oxenholme

(Pass by)

This is one of our pickup points

Ambleside

(Pass by)

You can join this tour at Windermere

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The time of pickup from Oxenholme train station is timed to meet the first train heading towards Glasgow from London Euston on Mondays to Saturdays
  • The English Lake District weather can change quickly, even in the summer months. Please bring a waterproof coat with a hood in case of rain or windy weather
  • As there is a little walking involved on the tour, some uphill and on uneven or wet terrain, please wear suitable, comfortable shoes
  • Children under the age of 5 can travel on this tour but we do not recommend it
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • All passengers, including children of any age, must have a seat purchased for them
  • We will collect you from the departure point linked to your chosen option. Please do not change to a different departure point without informing us in advance as we don't automatically go to every departure point. If we don't know you have changed your departure point we may not pick you up for the tour!

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