SPECTATOR TOUR · THE ASHES 2027
England vs Australia
Cricket's greatest rivalry, back on English soil.
Five Tests across the iconic grounds of southern England, from Edgbaston and Lord's to the Ageas Bowl and The Oval. ATOL-protected packages, guaranteed tickets, and the boutique service Inspire is known for.
WHEN
Summer 2027
FORMAT
5 Tests · 5 Venues
COUNTRY
England · Southern
PROTECTION
ATOL · 12298
THE SERIES
England welcome Australia for the urn.
The summer of 2027 brings cricket's oldest rivalry back to English soil. Five Tests, played across some of the most iconic grounds in world cricket, in front of packed crowds and a country that lives for these six weeks every four years.
Inspire Travels is putting together a selection of spectator tour packages, ATOL-protected, ticket-inclusive, with vetted accommodation, curated excursions, and our own tour leaders on the ground. Whether you want to follow the full series or take in a single Test, we'll build the experience around you.
FIVE TESTS, FIVE VENUES
The grounds that make the Ashes.
For the first time in modern Ashes history, all five Tests will be played in southern England. Five storied venues, each with its own character.
— 1st Test —
Edgbaston
BIRMINGHAM
Dates TBC
June 2027
— 2nd Test —
Lord's
LONDON
Dates TBC
July 2027
— 3rd Test —
Trent Bridge
NOTTINGHAM
Dates TBC
July/ August 2027
— 4rd Test —
Ageas Bowl
SOUTHAMPTON
Dates TBC
August 2027
— 5th Test —
The Oval
LONDON
Dates TBC
September 2027
ALL FIVE TESTS DATES STILL AWAITING ECB CONFIRMATION. BE FIRST TO KNOW.
EVERY PACKAGE INCLUDES
What's in the price.
Whichever Ashes package you choose, the boutique service that defines an Inspire spectator tour is built in as standard.
Guaranteed Match Tickets
Official match tickets secured in advance, no lottery, no queueing. Choose general or hospitality (see below).
Inspire Tour Leader
A dedicated team member with the group from arrival to departure, on call throughout.
Vetted Hotels
Personally inspected accommodation in central locations near each Test venue. Choose 3★, 4★, or 5★ tier.
Curated Exursions
England beyond the cricket, London landmarks, historic cathedrals, countryside tours.
Atol Protected
Booked through Inspire Cricket Ltd, ATOL 12298. Your money is protected from day one.
TAILOR YOUR EXPERIENCE
Every package, made to fit.
Two choices shape every Ashes tour with us, your accommodation tier and your match-day experience. Both confirmed at booking, both reflected in your final per-person price.
Your hotel three tiers, all vetted.
★ ★ ★
COMFORT
Well-located mid-range hotels with everything you need between match days. Best value tier, ideal for travellers who prioritise the cricket over the room.
★ ★ ★ ★
PREMIUM
Our standard, vetted 4-star hotels in central city locations. The best balance of comfort, location, and value for most travellers.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
LUXURY
Top-tier properties, Mayfair townhouses, country house hotels, and boutique 5-star addresses. For travellers who want the room to match the cricket.
Your match day general or hospitality.
— General —
MATCH TICKETS
Official tickets in good grandstand seating, an excellent view of the cricket and a full day of Test atmosphere. The classic way to follow a Test match.
— Hospitality —
PREMIUM HOSPITALITY
Hot lunch, afternoon tea, complimentary drinks, and dedicated lounge access. Private boxes available at selected venues, subject to availability at the time of booking.
TELL US HOW YOU'D LIKE TO TAILOR YOUR TOUR. WE'LL BUILD IT AROUND YOU.
CHOOSE YOUR PACKAGE
Eight ways to follow the urn.
Eight Ashes 2027 packages are in final development, from the full-series Grand Tour to single-Test experiences at every venue.
PACKAGE DETAILS
Coming Soon.
Our team is finalising each package, including pricing, hotel partner confirmations, and detailed itineraries. Final package details will be published as the ECB confirms the remaining Test dates. If you'd like to be among the first to receive the lineup, register your interest below.
WHAT TO EXPECT
— The Ashes Grand Tour, all five Tests, the full English summer
— Lord's Experience and Oval Experience, single-Test packages at the iconic London grounds
— Egbaston, Trent Bridge, and Ageas Bowl single-Test packages
— Midlands and Heartlands Experiences, two-test combination packages
BEYOND THE CRICKET
The English summer, on offer.
A flavour of what we can build into any of the packages above, from rest-day excursions near each Test venue to multi-day breaks between Tests. The detailed excursion options for each package are confirmed at booking.
LORD'S · LONDON
Lord's Cricket Museum
The home of cricket's own museum, with the original Ashes urn on display. A pilgrimage for anyone in the country during the series.
LONDON
Tower of London & Bridge
A thousand years of English history in one site, the Crown Jewels, the ravens, and Tower Bridge across the river. London at its most iconic.
LONDON
The West End
London's legendary theatre district. From long-running classics like Les Misérables and Phantom to the latest productions, premium seats arranged for any evening of your tour.
EDGBASTON · MIDLANDS
Stratford-upon-Avon
Shakespeare's birthplace, just south of Birmingham. Walking tours of the historic centre, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, and the Avon riverside.
EDGBASTON · MIDLANDS
Warwick Castle
One of the best-preserved medieval castles in England, 30 minutes from Edgbaston. Ramparts, towers, and a thousand years of English history.
TRENT BRIDGE · NOTTINGHAM
Sherwood Forest & Peak District
Robin Hood country to the north of Nottingham, plus the Peak District just 45 minutes away, Chatsworth House, Bakewell, and English countryside at its best.
BETWEEN TESTS
The Cotswolds
Honey-stone villages, country pubs, and gentle hills, the quintessential English countryside. A perfect 2-3 day break between Tests, easy from any venue.
BETWEEN TESTS
Oxford & Harry Potter
The city of dreaming spires plus the Hogwarts dining hall at Christ Church College. Pair with the Warner Bros Studio Tour outside London for the full wizarding world, original sets, costumes, and props. A family favourite.
AGEAS BOWL · HAMPSHIRE
Winchester & The New Forest
One of England's oldest cathedrals in the historic city of Winchester, plus the New Forest right next to the Ageas Bowl, ancient woodland and wild ponies.
BETWEEN TESTS
Bath & Stonehenge
Two UNESCO World Heritage sites in one day, the Roman Baths and Georgian terraces of Bath, then on to Stonehenge for the world's most iconic prehistoric monument. A heritage classic.
BETWEEN TESTS
Wimbledon Tennis
The world's most famous tennis championship, late June into early July. Calendar-dependent and ticket-led, ask us about availability when you enquire.
BETWEEN TESTS
Royal Ascot
The world's most famous race meeting, mid-June. Morning suits, fascinators, the Royal procession, and the Gold Cup, English summer at its most ceremonial. Hospitality available on enquiry.
PAIR THE RIGHT EXCURSIONS WITH YOUR CHOSEN TESTS. WE'LL HANDLE THE LOGISTICS.
ADD AN EXPERIENCE
Extensions worth adding.
Make the most of being in England, classic British experiences that pair beautifully with an Ashes tour.
EXTENSION 1
ENGLISH COUNTRYSIDE
The Cotswolds Extension
Three days through honey-stone villages
✓ 3 nights, country house hotel accommodation
✓ Guided tour through the Cotswolds Villages
✓ Stratford-upon-Avon Shakespeare day
✓ Optional Blenheim Palace visit
✓ Private transfers throughout
FROM £ TBC pp
EXTENSION 2
NORTHERN ENGLAND
The Lake District Extension
Wordsworth county, lakes and fells
✓ 3 nights, lakeside or county house hotel
✓ Lake Windermere cruise included
✓ Beatrix Potter / Wordsworth heritage sites
✓ Guided fell walk for active travellers
✓ Private transfers throughout
FROM £ TBC pp
EXTENSION 3
SCOTLAND
The Highlands Extension
Edinburgh, lochs and the Scottish coast
✓ 5 nights, Edinburgh and Highlands hotels
✓ Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile guided tour
✓ Day trip to Loch Ness and the Highlands
✓ Whisky distillery experience
✓ Private transfers throughout
FROM £ TBC pp
WHY INSPIRE TRAVELS
Spectator cricket tours, since 2010.
15+
YEARS OF SPECTATOR TOURS
Inspire has been running spectator cricket tours since 2010. From Ashes summers at Lord's and The Oval to England tours abroad in South Africa, Sri Lanka, and the Caribbean, our team designs and runs every spectator tour we offer, including this one.
Boutique
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ATOL 12298
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BUILD YOUR OWN
Want it built around you?
Not every cricket fan travels the same way, and we wouldn't have it any other way. If your perfect Ashes trip looks a little different, just get in touch. From a single session at Lord's to the full series and beyond, our team will put together a personalised proposal built entirely around you.