The Cotswolds & Blenheim Palace

Dear Ashlyn, Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the beautiful Blenheim Palace and the scenic tour through the Cotswolds countryside. We appreciate your honest comments regarding the time allowed at Blenheim Palace and the village stops. We agree that Blenheim Palace is a stunning destination worthy of a full day’s exploration, and we understand that 1.5 hours can feel rushed when there is so much to see inside the palace, gardens, and surrounding areas. Regarding the punctuality issue, we always encourage guests to return on time to ensure the smooth running of the tour for everyone’s benefit, but we are sorry if this was handled in a way that felt uncomfortable. As for the Downton Abbey Village, we recognise it may not suit every visitor’s interests, especially outside of peak seasons when some attractions can be closed. Your feedback is invaluable as we continually review our tours to improve the guest experience, and we appreciate your insights. We hope to welcome you again for a tour that better fits your expectations in the future. Warm regards, The Evan Evans Team

Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the itinerary and that you highly recommend visiting Blenheim Palace and the Cotswolds — two of England’s true gems. We’re very sorry to hear about the late pickup and the impact it had on your time at Blenheim. While the tube strike and resulting congestion were unfortunately beyond our control, we appreciate that you and your fellow passengers planned ahead to be on time — and we understand how frustrating it must have been to lose precious time as a result. We also appreciate your honest feedback about the guide, and we’ll take that on board as we continually aim to deliver an outstanding experience across all aspects of the tour. Thank you again for your comments and for choosing Evan Evans. We hope to welcome you back in the future for a smoother and even more enjoyable experience. Warmest regards, The Evan Evans Team

Dear Pam, Thank you so much for your lovely comment! We’re thrilled to hear that Chrissy was a delight — we’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to her. We hope to welcome you back soon for another wonderful Evan Evans experience! Warmest regards, The Evan Evans Team

Dear Francis, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an enjoyable time visiting Blenheim Palace, Bourton-on-the-Water, and Bampton. It’s great to know that the timing allowed you to fully appreciate both the grandeur of the Palace and the charm of the villages. A special thank you for your kind words about Ursula — we’re so pleased she made the day even more memorable with her knowledge and warm hosting. We’ll be sure to pass on your lovely comments to her. We’d be delighted to welcome you on this tour again or on another Evan Evans experience in the future! Warm regards, The Evan Evans Team

Dear Bruce, Thank you for your kind feedback — we're so pleased to hear you had a wonderful day tour with us! It’s fantastic to know that Kevin, your guide, made the experience so enjoyable with his knowledge and engaging personality. We’re lucky to have him on our team. Blenheim Palace truly is a spectacular place, steeped in rich history, and we're glad the perfect summer weather added to the experience. The Cotswolds villages are always a highlight, and we couldn't agree more — Bourton-on-the-Water is an absolute gem and a must-see. We’re sorry to hear the church in Bampton was closed during your visit — while it's a lovely village made famous by Downton Abbey, we understand this may have been a slight disappointment. Thank you once again for choosing Evan Evans. We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable journey through the best of Britain. Warm regards, The Evan Evans Team

Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience with Phil and Lyndon. It’s fantastic to know that Phil’s knowledge, humour, and kindness helped make the tour so enjoyable, and that Lyndon ensured a smooth and comfortable journey throughout. Your kind words will certainly be passed on to both of them — they’ll be so pleased to know they made such a positive impression. We hope to welcome you back on board for another adventure soon! Warm regards, The Evan Evans Team

Dear Guest, Thank you for 5* review! Best wishes, Evan Evans Team

Dear Fariba, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it to be good value for money. It’s also wonderful to know that your guide was both informative and helpful — we’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to Lesley. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back on another Evan Evans tour in the near future. Warm regards, The Evan Evans Team