Vintage Days Out

Vintage Days Out – Wallingford Oxfordshire, Multi-Award Winning, 1933 Dunkirk Ship + 1930s Rolls Royce, 30min from Central London, 2-12 Guests

Core Services & Expertise

Vintage Days Out operates providing multi-award winning luxury experiences offering quintessentially English individually tailored experiences combining historic River Thames cruises and vintage Rolls Royce chauffeur services. Tagline: “Your enjoyment and satisfaction is at the heart of everything we do” with emphasis on recreating former time of elegance and charm with highest principles of service.

Unique positioning: Combining two historic 1933 vintage vehicles – Charles Cooper Henderson Dunkirk Little Ship river cruise and 1930s Rolls Royce 20/25 Windover Limousine for comprehensive luxury day experiences. “The best thing about memories… is making them.”

Geographic advantage: Located just 30 minutes from Central London on idyllic Berkshire/Oxfordshire border providing unspoilt stretch of River Thames with easy central London accessibility.

Historic Vessels & Vehicles

Charles Cooper Henderson (1933 Dunkirk Little Ship):

History: Built 1933, evacuated over 2,000 troops from Dunkirk beaches and harbour in 1940 becoming one of Britain’s longest serving lifeboats with distinguished RNLI history. Listed on National Historic Ships Register. Now fully restored to luxury standard.

Capacity: 2-12 guests with superb indoor and outside space accommodating passengers in stunning surroundings.

Features: Luxury bathroom, WiFi on board, suitable for all ages with easy access. Professionally skippered and crewed ensuring highest level of personal service.

Welcome: From moment guests join, receive ‘welcome aboard’ glass of champagne with experienced skipper and crew willingly imparting boat knowledge and area information.

Location: Berkshire/Oxfordshire border river stretch with nature, wildlife, and places of interest.

Rolls Royce 20/25 Windover Limousine (1930s):

History: From time when Rolls Royce was byword for opulence and style. First supplied to Sir Erik Olof Ohlson, 1st Baronet (Swedish-born British shipping magnate). Other owners included various lords, earls, ladies, King George of Greece, and Prince Paul.

Engine: Robust 4 litre engine providing ample power for its time.

Interior: Luxurious fabrics, intricate wood inlays with spacious design accommodating passengers in supreme comfort ideal for events and formal occasions.

Service: Chauffeur and guide will host you in own private 1930s limousine providing personalized touring experience.

VIP Experience Packages

Danesfield House Private Guided Visit: Behind scenes tour of stunning property with hundreds of years history featuring WWII period as RAF Medmenham responsible for most wartime photo reconnaissance including planning D-Day. May even see resident ghost! Followed by delicious champagne afternoon tea.

VIP Winery & Brewery Visit: Welcomed by member of owning family for private tour of award-winning vineyard in area of outstanding natural beauty. Tour includes vineyard, winery, brewery, grape pressing, labelling/bottling plant. Private tasting with wines, ales, liqueurs accompanied by scrumptious local cheese board.

Private Sightseeing Oxfordshire Tour: Captivating adventure through enchanting landscapes, idyllic villages, picturesque towns of Chilterns and Oxfordshire guiding through prettiest destinations.

Royal Berkshire Shooting School: Private clay pigeon shooting tuition at fantastic venue. Tea/coffee on arrival, hire of all equipment including clays and cartridges. Beginner to expert suitable. Receive Purdey Royal Berks cap as memento.

Oxford Private Guided Walking Tour: Met by one of Oxford’s most knowledgeable guides ensuring real insight with 2-hour private walking tour. Admission to one of Oxford’s finest colleges included. Refreshments at historic Oxford venue.

VIP Distillery Tour: Henley-born Master Distiller Jacob Wilson and father Alan founded distillery 2021 in Grade II listed 18th Century threshing barn on Henley outskirts. Choose: Private Tour/Tasting with cocktail and sharing charcuterie platter OR Full Gin Experience – distill your own bottle of gin to take home.

Exclusive Blenheim Palace Tour: Blenheim Palace, built 1705, birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill – one of Britain’s greatest palaces, only non-royal, non-episcopal country house in England holding title of palace. Introduced to and hosted by former butler to 11th Duke of Marlborough for tour of private apartments – truly VIP experience.

Ashmolean Museum: University of Oxford’s museum of art and archaeology, founded 1683. World famous collections from Egyptian mummies to contemporary art. Private guide for extraordinary chance to see behind scenes and privileged access to handle rare artefacts. Refreshments at landmark venue.

Wining & Dining

Fine dining experience: Chef-prepared menu served on board river cruise, riverside location stop, or finest area restaurants as part of Rolls Royce experiences.

Options: Coffee and pastries, canapes, lunches, quintessentially English afternoon tea, or private dining with onboard chef.

Beverages: Classic 1930s period cocktails or champagne from bar completing memorable day.

Corporate catering: Prepared by one of Oxfordshire’s top chefs, all food offerings served on finest English China with silver cutlery and glassware.

Corporate Services

Corporate Adventures Aboard Little Dunkirk: Perfect for up to 12 guests – elegant vintage river cruise along stunning River Thames ideal for meetings and events leaving lasting impression.

Unusual boardroom: Charles Cooper Henderson accommodates up to 12 guests for entertaining. Provide stationery and catering meeting land-based venue standards. Assured absolute privacy on vintage boardroom afloat.

Employee reward: Time on river provides rare and valued reward for employees – day out staff will talk about for months.

Client entertainment: Private catered luxury river cruise along one of most beautiful River Thames stretches never fails to impress clients. Elegant vintage boat has cachet you can’t get from restaurant.

Event Services

Weddings: Chauffeur-driven vintage Rolls Royce can be hired for weddings – make grand entrance and leave lasting impression on special day. Charles Cooper Henderson offers unique sophisticated setting with elegant ambiance and top-notch amenities.

Private Events: Prestigious vehicle available for private event hire offering touch of class to any occasion.

Flexible Packages: Experiences can be extended to include lunch, afternoon tea, or dinner at recommended venues. Gift vouchers available for river cruise or Rolls Royce experiences.

Customer Testimonials

“Absolutely fabulous day! Far from madding crowd. Beautiful location, fabulous views, fantastic service. We felt very privileged to be spoilt in style.” (A. Sayce)

“What great and fantastic boating trip for whole family. Your guidance and service was superb.” (A. Patel)

“Lovely cruising along Thames from Henley to Goring.” (Y. Parks)

Client Benefits & Advantages

Organizations and individuals selecting Vintage Days Out benefit from unique UK luxury travel services with heritage focus:

• Multi-award winning: Recognition validates service excellence and quality
• 1933 Dunkirk hero vessel: Authentic WWII history with 2,000+ troops evacuated
• National Historic Ships Register: Official recognition confirms vessel significance
• 30min from Central London: Easy accessibility despite idyllic rural location
• Combine boat and Rolls Royce: Unique dual-vintage vehicle full-day experience
• Royal provenance: Rolls Royce owned by King George of Greece validates prestige
• VIP exclusive access: Former Duke’s butler, behind-scenes museums demonstrates connections
• WiFi on historic boat: Modern connectivity despite 1933 vintage vessel

These capabilities combine to create comprehensive UK luxury experience services combining River Thames cruises aboard 1933 Charles Cooper Henderson (Britain’s longest serving lifeboat, Dunkirk Little Ship, National Historic Ships Register, 2-12 guests, WiFi, luxury bathroom, professional skipper/crew) with chauffeur-driven 1930s Rolls Royce 20/25 Windover Limousine (4 litre engine, royal provenance) offering VIP packages (Danesfield House WWII site, award-winning winery/brewery, Oxfordshire sightseeing, Royal Berkshire shooting, Oxford walking tour, distillery gin-making, Blenheim Palace butler-led tour, Ashmolean Museum behind-scenes), fine dining with Oxfordshire top chefs, quintessentially English afternoon tea, 1930s period cocktails/champagne, corporate boardroom afloat, wedding services, and bespoke tailored experiences with multi-award winning recognition, 30 minutes from Central London, Berkshire/Oxfordshire border location, and Wallingford base emphasizing elegance, charm, and highest service principles.

Quick Facts:

• Company: Vintage Days Out Ltd
• Recognition: Multi-award winning luxury experiences
• Address: Magnolia House, 55 Wantage Road, Wallingford, OX10 0LS, England
• Location: Berkshire/Oxfordshire border, 30 minutes from Central London
• Capacity: 2-12 guests
• Historic Boat: Charles Cooper Henderson (built 1933, Dunkirk Little Ship evacuated 2,000+ troops 1940, Britain’s longest serving lifeboat, National Historic Ships Register, RNLI history)
• Historic Car: Rolls Royce 20/25 Windover Limousine (1930s, 4 litre engine, royal provenance – King George of Greece, lords, earls)
• Services: River cruises, Rolls Royce experiences, corporate events, weddings, private events
• VIP Packages: Danesfield House (WWII RAF Medmenham/D-Day planning), winery/brewery, Oxfordshire sightseeing, Royal Berkshire shooting, Oxford tour, distillery, Blenheim Palace (former Duke’s butler), Ashmolean Museum
• Dining: Chef-prepared menus, English afternoon tea, 1930s cocktails, champagne, finest English China/silver cutlery
• Features: WiFi onboard, luxury bathroom, professional skipper/crew, welcome champagne, bespoke packages, gift vouchers
• Philosophy: “Quintessentially English,” elegance of bygone era, highest service principles

Contact Details:

Address: Magnolia House, 55 Wantage Road, Wallingford, OX10 0LS, England
Mobile: 07767 404 670
Phone: 01491 200 734
Email: hello@vintagedaysout.com
Website: vintagedaysout.com

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