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International Sporting Excursion in England

October 14–19, G&G took its second annual International Sporting Excursion—a unique cultural and sporting trip to England. The experience began with two days of private tours, exclusive dining experiences, and exploration of London. Next, G&G set off for the countryside of Wiltshire, where the group indulged in England’s historic and sporting culture through tours of surrounding villages and a day of driven pheasant and partridge hunting.

 

Special thanks to:

Currie & Co. Travels Unlimited

E.J. Churchill

Lucknam Park Hotel

The Stafford Hotel

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The Stafford Hotel in London was the perfect venue to kick off G&G‘s International Sporting Excursion to England.

Photo: Maggie Armstrong

From left: Laura Warren and Caroline Montgomery relish a once-in-a-lifetime mother-daughter trip.

Photo: Maggie Armstrong

The historic Spencer House, built for the first Earl Spencer, ancestor of Diana, Princess of Wales, and arguably one of the finest houses in London.

Photo: Maggie Armstrong

Guests gather at Lucknam Park, a 500-acre estate in the southern Cotswolds.

Photo: Maggie Armstrong

Winn Forker takes aim during a day of traditional driven shooting at West Wycombe Estate.

Photo: Mark Lord Photography

After two successful drives, the group of hunters take a break for “elevenses,” or a midmorning snack.

Photo: Mark Lord Photography

David and Mary Schieble in Henley-on-Thames, a small town located on the river Thames.

Photo: Maggie Armstrong

A traditional pub lunch at the Angel on the Bridge—with a menu ranging from hand pies to fish and chips.

Photo: Maggie Armstrong

Anne Lantry takes in the scenery of the stunning twelfth-century Malmesbury Abbey.

Photo: Maggie Armstrong

Guests take a guided tour of Bath with England native Andrew Butterworth (center).

Photo: Maggie Armstrong

A glimpse into the Roman baths, fed by a natural hot spring.

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From left: Rich and Bobbie Jean Weiler, along with Peter and Rebecca Coccaro, enjoy cocktails and dinner at the Manor House—a Michelin-starred restaurant located in the small village of Castle Combe.

Photo: Maggie Armstrong

Personal and elegant touches are placed on each guest’s table setting during the trip’s finale dinner. (Paintings by Gret Mackintosh Art.)

Photo: Maggie Armstrong

The group gets insider access to the house and gardens of Badminton Estate—home of the 12th Duke of Beaufort.

Photo: Maggie Armstrong