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Castles and Gardens cruise - 9 nights of beautiful destinations, all mixed in with a little bit of mystery............................................. We guarantee we can beat ANY genuine quotation on ANY Fred.Olsen Cruise. Contact [email protected] for informationTRANSCRIPT
...and a touch of mystery
Alnwick Castle
Inveraray Castle
Lost Gardens of Heligan
with the Duchess of Northumberland and Mr Fred. Olsen Senior
CASTLESGARDENS
Visit some of the most magnificent castles ever built, their
stories giving fascinating insight into British history. Solid,
imposing representations of power and influence, built
so Nobles could control and defend their lands – and their
status. Every castle has a rich story blending myth, legend
and royalty. Join us and discover it all for yourself!
Then, there’s the beauty, colours, scents, textures and
subtlety of some of our homeland’s most impressive
gardens and grounds. Lovingly tended, some through
centuries, you don’t have to be a horticultural enthusiast
to appreciate these magical, peaceful places which present
some of Britain’s – and the world’s – most attractive plants
in beautifully designed settings. Bring your camera!
What’s more, we are delighted to say that the Duchess of
Northumberland, will be joining the cruise. She will talk
about her vision that led to the creation of the spectacular
gardens at Alnwick Castle (famous as a TV and film location
for Downton Abbey and Harry Potter) and her fascination
with poison and its use throughout history. Guests booked in
Premier and Marquee Suites will also have the chance to dine
with The Duchess of Northumberland**. We are hopeful that
Mr Fred. Olsen Senior himself will be on board too.
The special on-board experience doesn’t end there; we’ll
add a twist with a Murder Mystery experience, a classic
British ‘whodunnit’ set in 1920s Britain. The story will
unfold across a series of four ‘episodes’ with hints and clues
throughout the cruise. Guests are welcome to participate if
they wish, although all the usual on-board entertainment
will also be in place, so the choice is all yours. There will
also be a series of short vignettes that follow the theme
‘poison through the ages’.
Join us on this unique cruise where you’ll experience and
discover so much. You’ll return home with a wealth of
stories you’ll want to share.
Here’s your chance to go in search of flora, fauna, history, myth, monsters and legend. Cover the length and breadth of the UK, from Tobermory to St. Michael’s Mount.
Benmore Botanic Garden
HISTORY, MYSTERY, GARDENS AND FLORA...an adventure not to be missed
Duart Castle
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WHO’S ON BOARD… We have been fortunate to secure these prominent speakers, presenting on a range of fascinating subjects.
Her Grace, the Duchess of Northumberland
Jane Northumberland is the visionary
behind The Alnwick Garden, the largest visitor
attraction in the North East. She is particularly interested
in natural poisons and aphrodisiacs and has built one of the
only Poison Gardens in the world: every plant is a killer. Her
Grace has had a trilogy of books published called The Poison
Diaries and more recently A Little Book of Poisons, Potions
and Aphrodisiacs and Jams, Jellies and Preserves, with a
special range of marmalades being commercially made
from the oldest known recipe in the world.
Captain David Bray
Master Mariner
Drawing upon his considerable experience,
author and Fellow of the Nautical Institute,
Captain David Bray, will provide a running commentary
as Boudicca sails past many points of interest, including
castles, lochs, headlands and channels.
Dr Dan Jones
Eminent Historian and Archaeologist
Dr Dan Jones will be speaking on a range of
subjects, including Boudicca, the Borgia’s and
Rasputin. Guaranteed to titillate with stories of murder,
mystery and mayhem!
Graham Hoyle
Retired Police officer, ex Special Branch and CID
Guests can look forward to both amusing
and serious anecdotes from Graham’s time
in the police force and experience his very own funny and
interactive, ‘Catch the Killer’ mysteries.
Mr Fred. Olsen Senior
Mr Fred. Olsen is a Norwegian shipping and
energy pioneer and, since the age of 26, he
has been Chairman of the holding companies
of the Fred. Olsen group of companies. This includes Fred.
Olsen Cruise Lines, the famous ship builders Harland &
Wolff and a number of other travel related organisations.
We are hopeful that Mr Fred. Olsen Senior himself will be on board too.
A WORLD CRUISE!
On board, guests can enter a prize draw to guess ‘whodunnit’ for the chance to win a World Cruise. The lucky winner will be drawn by her Grace, the Duchess of Northumberland during the cruise.
WIN
Inveraray Castle
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ROSYTH Friday 10th JulyBoard Boudicca and glide out from the
Firth of Forth. Why not take a seat in the
Observatory, relax and settle down, drink
in hand and let the Scottish coastline drift
past, on the way to Invergordon.
INVERGORDON Saturday 11th July
The town is well known for the
Invergorden Mutiny of 1931 where 1,000
sailors went on strike. It is also known as
the mural town of Scotland and has what
has often been called the best natural
harbour in Europe. It is ideally positioned
to discover Scottish history and legend.
Recommended experiences:Shore tour: DUNROBIN CASTLE &
GARDENS Visit the most northerly
of Scotland’s great houses, with its
fairytale spires and turrets – the awe-
inspiring Dunrobin Castle. Take a walk
in magnificent formal gardens which
overlook the sea, that were inspired by
the Palace of Versailles in Paris.
Shore tour: CAWDOR CASTLE &
GARDENS Cawdor, not only the name
linked to Shakespeare’s Macbeth,
but home to one of Scotland’s most
enchanting and romantic medieval
castles – Cawdor Castle. A truly beautiful
residence, it is romantically furnished
and surrounded by exceptionally
pretty gardens. The approach is by a
drawbridge and the Castle, dating back
to 1372, with its ancient medieval tower
built around the legendary holly tree, is
still in the hands of the Cawdor family
after six centuries.
Shore tour: MYSTERIOUS LOCH NESS
Loch Ness is Britain’s largest volume of
freshwater. Its murky depths conjure
up tales of sightings of weird creatures
including its most famous legendary
inhabitant. Learn about its geology,
history and, of course, the tales of the
monster. You should have cameras at
the ready for any monster sightings as
well as the dramatic mountain scenery
which surrounds the loch.
And for those who would like to take part…
Murder Mystery - Join us for our 1920’s
inspired pre-dinner Cocktail Party. This
will be your first opportunity to meet with
our cast of Travelling Players who will be
performing a Murder Mystery throughout
the cruise. Listen carefully as they may just
drop some early clues! Merely observe or
dress up in your finest 1920s attire.
KIRKWALL, ORKNEY ISLANDS Sunday 12th July Situated on the beautiful Orkney Isles,
Kirkwall is surrounded by wonderful
rugged countryside just waiting to be
explored. Alternatively, seek out the
town’s impressive St Magnus Cathedral
and Tankerness House, home to the
Orkney Museum.
Recommended experiences:Shore tour: TRUMLAND HOUSE
GARDENS Trumland House and
Gardens, on the island of Rousay, are
a draw for nature and garden lovers
alike. Explore the woodland and water
gardens, as well as the lawns, walled
garden and orchard.
Murder Mystery – Join us for the start of our
Murder Mystery extravaganza – a classic
1920’s British ‘Whodunnit’ You’ll need to
keep a close eye on our characters as the
story develops – uncover who the murderer
is and you could win a World Cruise!
Sails from Rosyth (Edinburgh) 10th July 2015 • 9 Nights Boudicca • D1516A
KirkwallInvergordon
Rosyth
Port of Tyne
Falmouth
Tarbert
Loch Fyne
TobermorySound of MullDuart CastleFirth of Lorn
CulzeanCastle
Grand Cascade, The Alnwick Garden
St. Michael’s Mount
CASTLESGARDENS
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TOBERMORY, ISLE OF MULL Monday 13th July Pretty Tobermory with its famous,
brightly coloured houses fronting the
main street that runs down to the pier.
Admire the beautiful landscape and the
picturesque isles of Mull and Iona.
Recommended experiences:Shore tour: DUART CASTLE Discover
the history of Duart Castle, seat of the
Clan MacLean. Standing on a clifftop,
guarding the Sound of Mull, Duart
enjoys one of the most spectacular
positions on the West Coast of
Scotland. Explore the state rooms, visit
the dungeons and walk around the
ramparts to admire amazing views
towards Oban and Ben Nevis.
Shore tour: THE BURIAL GROUND
OF KINGS – ISLES OF MULL & IONA
Combine the Isle of Mull and the small
island of Iona, for a true taste of Scottish
islands. Iona has been the cradle of
Scottish Christianity since St Columba
landed here in 563AD. At just three miles
long and never more than one and a
half miles wide, Iona is a thin cut of land
steeped in history and religion. It is also
the burial place of more than sixty Kings.
Shore tour: GLENGORM CASTLE
& WILDFLOWER MEADOWS Enjoy a
wonderful wildlife walk around the
Glengorm Estate taking in the beautiful
Cruising Loch Fyne – Of all the sea lochs,
Loch Fyne is the longest. Probably Scotland’s
most famous, it is famed throughout the
world for its amazing seafood.
Medici Vignette – With the help of our
Travelling Players learn more about the
famous Medicis of Renaissance Italy. A
family who became synonymous with
assassination plots by means of poisoned
food and drinks throughout the 1500’s.
Murder Mystery - The story continues
tonight with more murder, mystery and
intrigue. Put your thinking caps on as
the Inspector gives you the chance to
question the suspects.
Recommended experiences:Shore tour: INVERARAY CASTLE &
GARDENS The ancestral home of Clan
Campbell stands on the shores of Loch
Fyne. It features many fine rooms
including the impressive Armoury
Hall, which has the highest ceiling
in Scotland, and the extravagantly
decorated State Dining Room. The
garden is packed with colours,
including vibrant red, pink and white
rhododendrons and azaleas.
Shore tour: BENMORE BOTANIC GARDEN
In a magnificent mountainside setting, on
the Cowal Peninsular, lies Benmore - an
enchanting garden steeped in history,
boasting a world famous collection of
coastal scenery and delightful meadows.
Visitors will be invited for tea and home
baked scones in Victorian Glengorm
Castle - a stunning private residence
that opens its doors especially.
Scenic Cruising Cruising Sound of Mull - Flowing between
the Isle of Mull and the shores of Scotland,
the Sound of Mull is a beautiful stretch of
water, home to wonderful wildlife - you
may even spot Sea Eagles here.
Cruising past Duart Castle - Set amongst
a backdrop of beautiful valleys, the castle
is impressive from any angle, especially
from the water!
Cruising Firth of Lorn - a beautiful 16
mile stretch flowing between the Isle
of Mull and the Slate Islands. As you
cruise along you’ll be surrounded by
breathtaking natural landscapes and
protected rocky reefs.
TARBERT, LOCH FYNE Tuesday 14th July Cruising past Culzean Castle – standing
on a dramatic cliff top overlooking the
Firth of Clyde, the castle is a remarkable
vision of turrets and battlements,
surrounded by surging seas, lush forests
and secret gardens.
Tarbert is an idyllic Scottish village,
known as the gateway to the beautiful
Kintyre Peninsula. The shops, hotels
and pubs snuggle nicely around the
welcoming harbour.
Dunrobin Castle
Dunrobin CastleMurder Mystery
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flowering trees and shrubs, including over
300 species of rhododendron. As well as
formal gardens you will find a variety of
terrain and plants from around the world,
including the avenue of Sierra Redwoods.
MURDER MYSTERY AT SEA Wednesday 15th July
The Umbrella Assassin – The Travelling
Players present The Umbrella Assassin,
where we uncover the high profile
murder of Russian Georgi Markov, killed
by the deadly Ricin seed when he was
stabbed in the leg by an umbrella whilst
waiting for a bus on Waterloo Bridge.
Murder Mystery - An unexpected turn
of events sees tonight plot thicken. Hear
more from our villainous characters
including Archie Hemlock, Colonel Datura,
Lady Lily O’Valley and the rest of our
Travelling Players. Find out more about
the characters at www.fredolsencruises.
com/murdermystery
FALMOUTH Thursday 16th July Framed by areas of outstanding natural
beauty, complemented by a sandy
beachfront and one of the largest deep
water harbours in the world, Falmouth is
a superb port of call.
Recommended experiences:Shore tour: EDEN PROJECT The
spectacular Eden Project, the world’s
largest global garden, is an unforgettable
experience. Explore your relationship
with nature in a living theatre, where
science meets arts and technology.
Shore tour: THE LOST GARDENS OF
HELIGAN Unveiled in 1992, after
decades of overgrowth, the Lost
Gardens were hailed by The Times
as, “the garden restoration of the
century”. Explore over 200 acres and
discover Victorian gardens, get lost
in an exotic outdoor jungle, walk
through tunnels of towering bamboo
and discover the Giant’s Head. Home
to luxuriant foliage, impressive trees
and inspiring views, don’t miss this
unique time capsule.
Shore tour: TREBAH GARDEN Delight
in the sub-tropical paradise of Trebah
Garden, with a stunning coastal
backdrop. Discover the magic of this
beautiful Cornish valley garden standing
at the head of a 26 acre ravine.
Shore tour: ST MICHAEL’S MOUNT
Uncover the splendour of St Michael’s
Mount - one of the most famous sites
in Britain. Be immersed in legend, myth
and over a thousand years of incredible
history. Scale the fairytale turrets of this
medieval castle for dazzling views of
Mounts Bay and discover the vision of
the Archangel St Michael.
Murder Mystery – Tonight is the final
night in our interactive Murder Mystery
and your last opportunity to question
the suspects.
MYSTERY & POSION AT SEA Friday 17th JulyTake this opportunity to hear from Her
Grace, the Duchess of Northumberland
as she talks about her vision for and the
creation of the Gardens at Alnwick Castle,
her passion for poison and how poisons
have been used throughout history for
murder and suicide.
Shakespeare’s Poison Vignette – The
Travelling Players present a ‘reduced
Shakespeare piece’ with famous speeches
referring to potions and poisons from
Romeo & Juliet, Cleopatra and Macbeth.
Murder Mystery – this is the BIG REVEAL!
Submit your answers and if you’ve
cracked our case, then you’re in with the
chance of winning the World Cruise! The
grand draw will take place in the Neptune
Lounge, drawn by Her Grace, the Duchess
of Northumberland.
NEWCASTLESaturday 18th July United by seven bridges across a
spectacular riverscape, Newcastle is a
diverse and vibrant visitor destination.
Take your pick: world class culture,
award winning dining, inspiring heritage,
acclaimed architecture or fantastic
shopping. This city has it all.
Recommended experiences:Shore tour: ALNWICK CASTLE GARDENS
Alnwick Garden is the most ambitious
new garden created in the UK since
the Second World War. It pushes the
boundaries of design – at its heart is the
Grand Cascade, a magnificent tumbling
mass of water ending in an eruption
of fountains. With ornamental, rose
gardens, a beautiful giant treehouse and
a bamboo labyrinth, there’s so much
to experience here. It also contains
the Poison Garden, home to some of
the world’s most poisonous plants, so
deadly they have to be kept behind bars!
ROSYTH Sunday 19th July Return to port.
Post-cruise Shore tour: EDINBURGH
CASTLE Visit the medieval castle, which
dominates the city from on high and
has been home to Scottish Kings and
Queens through the centuries. Over
one thousand years of history sit on
top of the famous Edinburgh rock, an
extinct volcano, where visitors are
awarded with magnificent panoramas
in every direction.
Shore tours can enhance your experienceWe have included a selection of the
many and varied tours we offer at
additional cost, to enhance your
cruise experience. For the full list,
visit fredolsencruises.com
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