Mormon Heritage Association presents
England& Wales Tour 2008
Celebrating the 200th Anniversary of the Birth of John Taylor
Relive the incredible missionary miracles in England and Wales. Be where thousands were converted by young apostle missionaries and then streamed across the ocean to shore up the Church in Nauvoo at a time of great apostasy. Learn more about the faithful Apostles John Taylor, Wilford Woodruff, Brigham Young, Parley P. Pratt, Heber C. Kimball, Orson Pratt, George A. Smith, and Willard Richards. Hear recounted the miracles and marvelous harvests that took place at Benbow Farm, Herefordshire, Preston, London, and many more. Conducted in the spirit of an uplifting gospel doctrine class, this tour will teach at the places where many important early LDS Church events occurred. Each day begins with a hymn and a prayer on the bus and ends the same way. The days are filled with accounts of inspirational experiences at the sites where they occurred. You will return with a greater understanding of the immense value of these faithful Saints and servants and of the restored gospel which they preached and you will be humbled at the price they paid to lay the foundation.
Some of the LDS Historic Sites Visited:
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Benbow Farm Pond - Wilford Woodruff and others baptized all but one person of a protestant congregation, including the minister!
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Wilfred Street house in Preston - Heber C. Kimball & Willard Richards were attacked by Satan's devils as they prepared to baptize 9 converts in the River Ribble
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Downham & Chatburn - stand on holy ground dedicated by ancient prophets, where great miracles occurred, and where the gospel was able to penetrate those considered to be the most-hardened people.
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Apostle Trails - visit the places and hear re-counted many miracles the Lord invoked thru his apostle servants John Taylor, Wilford Woodruff, Brigham Young, Heber C. Kimball, Parley P. Pratt, and others, that literally changed the world!
England Sites
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Opportunity to shop in world-famous china and porcelain factories
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Visit world-famous museums with crown jewels, knights in armor, etc!
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Time on your own to freely enjoy the amazing sites of London
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Optional day-trip to Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of William Shakespeare; and Warwick Castle, an architectural gem.
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Take pleasure in the many plays, musicals, and other renowned performances London offers and, much more!
SUMMARY: Fly to London Heathrow Airport. Deluxe, air-conditioned bus takes you in comfort to important early LDS Church history sites in London, Liverpool, Preston, Chorley, Milnthorpe, Downham, Chatburn, Walker Fold, Malvern Hills, Herefordshire Beacon, Ledbury, Dymock, Gadfield Elm, Eldersfield, Garway Hill, Benbow Hill Farm, Castle Frome, and others. Free time in London to visit elegant castles, priceless museums, theaters, etc. Tour ends in London to fly home from London Heathrow Airport.
Approximate schedule and details of sites visited are listed below
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Day 1 9/7/08
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Early afternoon departure from SLC, overnight flight, arrives in London next morning. |
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Day 2 9/8/08 London |
Visit historic London Church sites including Hyde Park Chapel that served as Church headquarters for many years; Kings Square where the early apostles first preached in London; Ironmonger Row where Wilford Woodruff stayed for a time and was attacked by Satan; and London Stationers Hall where the England Book of Mormon copyright was obtained. The afternoon and evening are yours to freely enjoy the amazing sites of London. |
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Day 3 9/9/08 London OR Stratford-upon-Avon |
Full free day to delight in all there is to see in London OR take a day trip on our hired bus to Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick Castle for their famous history, architectural gems, and the birthplace of William Shakespeare, the literary giant. |
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Day 4 9/10/08 Potteries and Liverpool
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This area is where Theodore Turley was held prisoner and where the apostles preached and stayed for a time; also an opportunity to shop in world-famous china and porcelain factories; and witness Liverpool--a prominent place for John Taylor, the headquarters for all printing and the church for 59 years, and home of the docks where the Apostles arrived and early convert Saints sailed for Zion. |
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Day 5 9/11/08 Preston and Preston Temple
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Take in the history of Preston where the first baptisms were performed in the River Ribble despite Satan's attempt to prevent it; young Elder Gordon B. Hinckley was overwhelmed on his mission; Orson Hyde, Heber C. Kimball, and Willard Richards battled with the hosts of Satan; and much more. End the day with an unforgettable temple session at the Preston Temple (you might consider taking family names to perform your ancestors’ endowments in the area where they were born). |
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Day 6 9/12/08 Milnthorpe and Lancashire
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Enjoy Milnthorpe, the birthplace of John Taylor; stand on holy ground at Downham and Chatburn and retrace the steps of Heber C. Kimball; marvel at the great missionary successes of Clitheroe, Waddington, and Walker Fold. |
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Day 7 9/13/08 Herefordshire |
Witness the Malvern Hills and follow the Apostle’s footsteps as you climb Herefordshire Beacon where it was decided to publish the Book of Mormon in England; bus to Ledbury where Wilford Woodruff and Brigham Young preached; on to Dymock the home of Thomas Kington and site of the inspiring Mary Pitt miracle; witness Gadfiled Elm the first LDS chapel in the world and home of the amazing Free Brethren congregation conversion (nearly the entire congregation was baptized--including its minister!); among other exciting events. |
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Day 8 9/14/08 Herefordshire |
Visit Garway Hill, Hereford, Ridgeway Cross, and Turkey Hill where the Apostles were led to visit; and the legendary Castle Frome and Benbow (Hill) Farm where thousands entered into the fold. |
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Day 9 9/15/08 Southern Wales and London
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See Myrthyr Tydfil the birthplace of David O. McKay’s mother and an important area for Captain Dan Jones; marvel at Rhymney and Dowlais and the great many converts amidst anti-Mormon trouble that occurred there. Tour Tintern Abbey famous for Wordsworth’s “Ode to Immortality.” Bus through scenic villages and visit sites of William Tindell who translated the Bible into Early Modern English, and finally, enjoy the scenery on the way to London. |
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Day 10 9/16/08 Fly Home |
Morning flight home (arriving SLC about 7pm), taking all of your memorable souvenirs and the spirit of this uplifting tour home with you to treasure always. |
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Price each
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Tour ID |
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2* |
Special Features & Hosts |
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E02 |
September |
$3108 |
$2698 |
Optional temple session in Preston with the group; in London on free day. Delightful Fall scenery. Hosted by Richard Lambert and Bill Rowley. |