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Welcome to Tommy Atkins Tours, experiences of remembrance and respect
Personalised tour experiences to the battlefields, monuments and war cemeteries of Europe.
About Us
Our Background
Tommy Atkins Tours specialise in personal tour experiences to the battlefields, monuments and cemeteries of Europe and beyond. We realise the importance of preserving the memory of those who fought and died in war and especially those family relatives who gave so much and deserve to be remembered. That is why we choose to offer a personalised service, tailored to meet your needs. We can offer you assistance in tracing your family ancestors and taking you to the places where they served, fought or fell, allowing you to walk in their footsteps. Because our tours are personal, we can take you off the beaten track as well as visiting the most well-known landmarks and sites.
We work closely with our partner organisations to bring you the most authentic, inspiring and memorable experiences available. We are grateful for their support and collaboration;
Our Services
We offer a range of services from individual tours by car up to 16 seater minibuses for families and groups. We can provide complete tour packages to include transport, ferry crossings, accommodation and knowledgeable tour guides, or any specific part of the tour you may require.
Satisfaction Guaranteed
When touring with us, we want you to be completely happy with the experience. We will do our best to understand what you expect from your tour and help you with the research and planning of your visit. If you have questions about us, our services, or even travel tips, get in touch! We look forward to touring with you.
A selection of our popular tours.
Ypres and Passchendaele
Ypres and Passchendaele
Ypres and Passchendaele
Place names which bring to mind the horrors of trench warfare with soldiers fighting waist deep in mud and water for a few yards of No-Man's land. The area is steeped in history with many famous landmarks including Tyne Cot cemetery, Ypres Cloth Hall and the Menin Gate.
The Somme
Ypres and Passchendaele
Ypres and Passchendaele
A land of battles which tore the ground to pieces during the 1916 offensive. The opening day of the British 'big push' still ranks as the greatest casualty list in the history of the Army. The scars are still evident in the landscape and the great monument at Thiepval dominates the battlefield tour.
Arnhem and Oosterbeek
Ypres and Passchendaele
Arnhem and Oosterbeek
Operation Market Garden was an ingenious plan to capture the Rhine bridges and cut off the retreating German forces. Although unsuccessful, the battle cemented the British paratrooper's place in military legend as a formidable fighting force.
Dunkirk
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Arnhem and Oosterbeek
The miracle in which the British Expeditionary Force was rescued by the Royal Navy and the flotilla of privately owned 'Little Ships' whilst the nation held its breath in our darkest hour.
D-Day landings
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The largest seaborne landing in history where Allied soldiers launched the invasion of France to reclaim the continent from the years of domination and exploitation by Nazi Germany.
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What our customers say
What our customers say
What our customers say
Keeping our customers happy is the most important thing we do. That is why we love to hear from you and listen to your feedback.
Here's what they say about us:
''Booked with Andy for a tour in Easter, couldn’t have been more helpful in helping me choose the right locations, and even helped me look into my granddads military past, amazing knowledge and experience, can’t wait '' - Jonathan I
''I've visited Great War battlefields in the past on family holidays but last year I was fortunate to take part in a tour led and organised by Andy. His expert knowledge and understanding of the conflict and the local geography added a new dimension and meaning ''. - Stuart H.
'' Everything was planned to perfection, allowing more than enough time to view the different place we visited. Tynecot was just the most tranquil place, yet haunting and moving at the same time, as you wonder around the cemetery'' - Jason S.
''The last post at the Menin Gate was one of the most moving things I've seen, reducing 40 rugby players to tears.We had a great day, and are heading on tour again this year and are having another tour round the Somme battlefields which all the lads are looking forward to again.'' - Gary H.
''Our last port of call was the Last Post at the Menin Gate, this is a very sobering experience and there was more than one person who seemed to have something in his eye. We are touring again at Easter'' - Matthew B.
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''Absolutely brilliant day – thanks for all the work you put in to making it so. Dad was really chuffed – especially with the folder – and the young ‘uns all enjoyed it.'' Stuart C.
'' Can thoroughly recommend Tommy Atkins Tours for anyone wanting a combined driver & extremely knowledgeable battlefield tour guide in Andy, and all round nice guy!!'' - Jeremy W.
'' Fantastic trip to the Somme with great people, with the added bonus trip to Agincourt. Big thanks to our tour guide Andy'' - Darren C.
'' Superb knowledge Andy ,and thanks for taking us to Azincourt pal '' - Nick D.
Who we are
Owner and Guide
Owner and Guide
Owner and Guide
Andy has spent over 30 years in the travel industry, working as an Executive Director and Senior Manager for some of the top names in the business, like Thomas Cook, Airtours, Lastminute.com, On the Beach , Alpharooms and Medhotels. He is passionate about customer service and loves visiting France and Flanders with our guests. Andy is als
Andy has spent over 30 years in the travel industry, working as an Executive Director and Senior Manager for some of the top names in the business, like Thomas Cook, Airtours, Lastminute.com, On the Beach , Alpharooms and Medhotels. He is passionate about customer service and loves visiting France and Flanders with our guests. Andy is also a member of the Guild of Battlefield Guides (No.905) and volunteers with the Commonwealth War Graves Commission as a Foundation speaker and researcher.
Team
Owner and Guide
Owner and Guide
Our staff are dedicated to the highest levels of customer service. We will work with you to understand your tour requirements and offer you the best experience for you or your group.
Drivers
Owner and Guide
Drivers
We pride ourselves in our friendly, informative drivers. They are professional, polite and careful, always looking after the best interests of our customers. They are our front line.
Help support our work
Your generous support and contributions will enable us to continue to research historical and genealogical data to assist our customers and partners.
