England
Things to Do in England
The experiences worth building a trip around in England, handpicked by our LGBTQ+ travel specialists.
All Things to Do in England
The British Museum in Private, Before the Doors Open
Walk the Great Court and the Egyptian and Parthenon galleries with a specialist guide in the quiet hour before London arrives.
A Private Helicopter Flight over London, with Optional Heli-Dining
Follow the Thames at around 1,000 feet past Tower Bridge and Westminster, then fly on to lunch at a Michelin-starred country estate.
Charleston: A Private Journey into Gay Bloomsbury
Travel into the Sussex countryside to discover Charleston, the extraordinary home of Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant, and the artists, writers and lovers who made the Bloomsbury Group one of the most unconventional circles in 20th-century Britain.
Highclere Castle and the Real World of Downton Abbey
Walk Bampton's village lanes, then enter Highclere before the public, from its famous library and staircase to a Tutankhamun exhibition.
Hampton Court Palace Before Opening, with a Private Guide
Explore Henry VIII's kitchens, the Haunted Gallery and Wren's Baroque rooms, then the Maze and the Great Vine, before the gates open.
Tate Modern with a Private Guide
See the Turbine Hall and works by Picasso, Rothko and Warhol through fresh eyes, with an expert who follows your curiosity.
The Roman Baths in Bath with a Private Guide
Stand beside the steaming Great Bath and the Sacred Spring as an expert brings Aquae Sulis, its goddess and its curse tablets to life.
A Day at a Secret Cotswold Cottage, with Village Wanders and Cream Tea
Spend a day based at a sixteenth-century thatched family home near Moreton-in-Marsh, exploring quiet villages and ending with Aga-baked scones.
Windsor Castle’s State Apartments Before the Gates Open
Walk the State Apartments of the world's oldest occupied castle with a private guide, hours before the day's first visitors arrive.
The Tower of London After Dark, with the Crown Jewels and the Keys
Walk the emptied Tower with a Yeoman Warder, see the Crown Jewels with no queue, then witness the centuries-old nightly locking of the gates.
Princes in the Tower: Solve a Royal Mystery in London
Have a Gay Night Out in Soho
Tours through England
Classic England: London, Bath & the Cotswolds
Tailor-made HolidayIndulge in quintessential England with this 10-day journey through England's most iconic destinations - London, Bath, the Cotswolds, and Oxford. This 10-day luxury itinerary indulges you in the finest of English attractions, cuisine, and lodging. Enjoy dreamy stays at internationally acclaimed hotels and cottages, exclusive access to iconic landmarks, and private adventures guided by savvy local experts.
10 days tailor-made from £5,210 per person View trip
Luxury Cotswolds Tour: Country Villages and Literary Greats
Tailor-made HolidayStep into the heart of England’s timeless charm with this meticulously curated journey, weaving together ancient mysteries, historic grandeur, and natural beauty. This handcrafted itinerary immerses you in quintessential English country life and the locations that played home to England's literary greats. The journey continues into the Cotswolds, an area of outstanding natural beauty where rolling hills meet storybook villages. Explore charming hamlets like Lower Slaughter and uncover treasures in hidden market towns.
7 days tailor-made from £6,530 per person View trip
Luxury Rail Journey: London, York & the Royal Scotsman
Tailor-made HolidayThis journey is built around one of the most luxurious rail experiences in the world: the Belmond Royal Scotsman. Before boarding, you’ll spend time in London and York, with private touring that gives you a proper sense of England’s history, architecture and character. From there, continue north to Edinburgh, where the pace changes completely. The Royal Scotsman is the centrepiece.
10 days tailor-made from £10,220 per person View tripTell us how you like to travel. We will shape the trip around it.
Frequently asked questions
Travelling with Out Of Office
What does Out Of Office do?
Out Of Office is a luxury LGBTQ+ travel company specialising in tailor-made holidays and extraordinary journeys around the world. We create bespoke luxury holidays, LGBTQ+ honeymoons, safaris, cruises, beach escapes, private tours and group trips, with every itinerary designed around you. Our travel specialists combine global expertise, first-hand destination knowledge and trusted local partners to create seamless, highly personalised experiences.
Is Out Of Office a gay travel agency?
Out Of Office is an LGBTQ+ owned and run luxury travel specialist, with particular expertise in gay and LGBTQ+ travel. We understand the additional considerations that can come with travelling as an LGBTQ+ person or couple, from local laws and customs to finding genuinely welcoming hotels and experiences.
We welcome every traveller, including friends, families and allies. Many of our clients are not members of the LGBTQ+ community, but choose Out Of Office for our luxury travel expertise, personalised service and discretion.
Do you create tailor-made LGBTQ+ holidays?
Yes. Every tailor-made trip with Out Of Office is designed from scratch around your interests, travel style, budget and the way you want to experience a destination. We can arrange luxury hotels, private transfers, flights, guides, excursions, cruises and special experiences as part of one personalised itinerary. The journeys shown on our website are there to inspire you rather than restrict you; only clearly identified group departures operate as fixed itineraries.
How do you choose LGBTQ+ friendly hotels and destinations?
We combine first-hand destination knowledge with trusted local expertise to recommend luxury hotels, resorts and experiences where LGBTQ+ travellers can feel informed and welcome. We also consider the laws, customs and attitudes of each destination, because LGBTQ+ rights and experiences differ around the world. Our team regularly visit many of the properties we work with and where a destination requires greater awareness, we give you clear and considered advice so that you can make an informed decision about where and how you travel.
Our Experts
England is a great destination solely for the diversity of its experiences. You can visit ancient castles, or modern art galleries. Enjoy swanky bars on a Saturday night, or wholesome country pubs on a Sunday afternoon.
England has a quaint, idyllic feel to it that you really have to experience to understand. The lush green of the countryside is a must-see for nature lovers.
We plant trees for every booking
For every booking made with Out Of Office we commit to planting trees in your name to help reduce the impact of travel on future generations. You'll even get a link to see where your trees are planted in the world via our partner Ecologi.
We donate to Rainbow Railroad with every booking
Rainbow Railroad helps LGBTQ+ people escape state-sponsored violence and persecution. A donation goes with every trip we sell, funded by us and never added to your price.
Start Planning Your Trip
Tell us where you would love to go, when you are thinking of travelling and what kind of trip you have in mind. One of our LGBTQ+ travel specialists will create a tailor-made itinerary designed around your destination, style and preferences.
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