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WINSLOW'S WORCESTERSHIRE

PILGRIM NORTHERN TOWNS & VILLAGES

PILGRIM EASTERN FOOTSTEPS

NAUTICAL SOUTH COAST 

PLYMOUTH SAILING

Mayflower - The Pilgrim Story Guide

£29.00

​The fascinating story of the Mayflower voyage, and the stories behind the Pilgrims, can be discovered with this trail around the important places and the significant people who are part of the narrative. As the ship that transported English Separatist passengers – who became known as the Pilgrims – the Mayflower is one of the most important ships in history. Sailing across the Atlantic over 400 years ago, the passengers were heading towards a 'new promised land' where they would establish the Plymouth Colony in 1620. The Pilgrims' story is now a central theme in the history, and culture of the United States and the celebration of Thanksgiving began here in October 1621 after their first harvest. The rest, they say, is history but one with a part that continues with an estimated 10 million living Americans, and up to 35 million people (worldwide), who descended from the Pilgrims.

With an opportunity to uncover the full Pilgrim story, you can travel from Worcester in the Midlands and learn about Edward Winslow's Worcestershire. Travelling to the northern Pilgrim villages will reveal the history and narrative of the religious persecutions in England at the time and expose the motivations behind what drove the Pilgrims forward. Following the trail to the east coast to the Wash and beyond, learn of the first attempts to escape for a new life and about the imprisonment of some of the Pilgrims held here. Follow the nautical trail across the south coast tracing the various stops and starts of the Mayflower before culminating in Plymouth for the final chapter before the sailing in 1620.

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On this Mayflower Roots and Footsteps trail, you can choose your own voyage of discovery and decide where to begin your own story, following the trail to the places that interest you most, with our self-guided tour, maps and app.

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​The fascinating story of the Mayflower voyage, and the stories behind the Pilgrims, can be discovered with this trail around the important places and the significant people who are part of the narrative. As the ship that transported English Separatist passengers – who became known as the Pilgrims – the Mayflower is one of the most important ships in history. Sailing across the Atlantic over 400 years ago, the passengers were heading towards a 'new promised land' where they would establish the Plymouth Colony in 1620. The Pilgrims' story is now a central theme in the history, and culture of the United States and the celebration of Thanksgiving began here in October 1621 after their first harvest. The rest, they say, is history but one with a part that continues with an estimated 10 million living Americans, and up to 35 million people (worldwide), who descended from the Pilgrims.

With an opportunity to uncover the full Pilgrim story, you can travel from Worcester in the Midlands and learn about Edward Winslow's Worcestershire. Travelling to the northern Pilgrim villages will reveal the history and narrative of the religious persecutions in England at the time and expose the motivations behind what drove the Pilgrims forward. Following the trail to the east coast to the Wash and beyond, learn of the first attempts to escape for a new life and about the imprisonment of some of the Pilgrims held here. Follow the nautical trail across the south coast tracing the various stops and starts of the Mayflower before culminating in Plymouth for the final chapter before the sailing in 1620.
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On this Mayflower Roots and Footsteps trail, you can choose your own voyage of discovery and decide where to begin your own story, following the trail to the places that interest you most, with our self-guided tour, maps and app.

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This 'Mayflower Footsteps' themed campervan or motorhome road trip tour guide includes:-

WINSLOW'S WORCESTERSHIRE

For those looking to learn more of the story of the Mayflower, the voyage to America and Edward Winslow - our tour will take you on a voyage of discovery around Worcestershire. 

Walk in Winslow's footsteps and see key places from his life. Plus visit spectacular 'black and white' historic buildings that played important roles in history.

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PILGRIM NORTHERN VILLAGES

Explore the Pilgrim villages in Nottinghamshire and  Lincolnshire and  where the leading religious Separatists who voyaged to America in 1620 were originally from and learn about their lives here before they made history!

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NAUTICAL SOUTH COAST

Along the south coast, visit many key seafaring and naval centres. ‘Walk the Walls’ heritage trail and view extensive records pertaining to the Pilgrims in city archives.

With many museums, country estates, Medieval halls and places of interest, there will be much to learn from these naval centres. ​Along the coast you can learn more about how the Speedwell. See the waterfront with some original buildings as the Pilgrims would have seen. With lots of Naval places of interest and self-guided walking tours - you won't miss a thing. 

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EASTERN FOOTSTEPS 

Learn about a passionate and determined group of men, women and children  planned to defy the authority of the English church and escape across the North Sea to Holland, who were betrayed and imprisoned here. 

The port of Harwich is a must-see destination for history-lovers. It is the place where the Mayflower ship is believed to have been built and where its captain lived. 

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Mayflower - The Pilgrim Story Guide

£29.00

​The fascinating story of the Mayflower voyage, and the stories behind the Pilgrims, can be discovered with this trail around the important places and the significant people who are part of the narrative. As the ship that transported English Separatist passengers – who became known as the Pilgrims – the Mayflower is one of the most important ships in history. Sailing across the Atlantic over 400 years ago, the passengers were heading towards a 'new promised land' where they would establish the Plymouth Colony in 1620. The Pilgrims' story is now a central theme in the history, and culture of the United States and the celebration of Thanksgiving began here in October 1621 after their first harvest. The rest, they say, is history but one with a part that continues with an estimated 10 million living Americans, and up to 35 million people (worldwide), who descended from the Pilgrims.

With an opportunity to uncover the full Pilgrim story, you can travel from Worcester in the Midlands and learn about Edward Winslow's Worcestershire. Travelling to the northern Pilgrim villages will reveal the history and narrative of the religious persecutions in England at the time and expose the motivations behind what drove the Pilgrims forward. Following the trail to the east coast to the Wash and beyond, learn of the first attempts to escape for a new life and about the imprisonment of some of the Pilgrims held here. Follow the nautical trail across the south coast tracing the various stops and starts of the Mayflower before culminating in Plymouth for the final chapter before the sailing in 1620.

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On this Mayflower Roots and Footsteps trail, you can choose your own voyage of discovery and decide where to begin your own story, following the trail to the places that interest you most, with our self-guided tour, maps and app.

Buy

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About Self-drive tour

• Over 30 pages of useful information in one place
• Options for 3-21 days touring
• Downloadable APP and digital walks
• Up-to-date embedded links and contacts
• 13 cities, towns and villages included
• 65+ attractions and days out 
• Around 90 Secret Stays & 70 campsites 
• 35+ tours, walks, trails and audio options
• Around 30 Food & Drink suggestions
• Save hours searching and checking
• Easy to download format - print or save on mobile
• Useful suggestions for your chosen timeframe
• Updated regularly
• Lifespan -12 mths for planning and on the road​​

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Self-drive tour 

“Whilst the 400 year commemorative events aren't able to go ahead in person during 2020 - the story behind the Pilgrims and the Mayflower is one that has no set date and you can follow in the footsteps of the Pilgrims in your own timeframe.

​Pilgrim enthusiast - June 2020