Romantic Yorkshire
MONDAY 12TH – FRIDAY 16TH JUNE
£585pp
For those who yearn for an era of leisurely pace, of times gone by and of the familiar sound of a steam train as it makes its way through a backdrop of rolling countryside, this is a tour not to be missed. Our tour includes two steam train rides along with a diesel train ride and a cruise on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, as we invite you to enjoy some ‘Romantic Journeys of Yorkshire’. Day 1 Depart from home in the morning and travel to West Yorkshire and arriving at our hotel in Bradford late afternoon where tea, coffee and biscuits will be served on arrival. Day 2 This morning we begin with a drive to the pleasant North Yorkshire market town of Settle, where we enjoy a ride on the Settle and Carlisle Railway, considered to be one of England’s most scenic rail journeys. We join the diesel train for the journey, passing through spectacular scenery, crossing the famous Ribblehead viaduct and stopping at Dent, the highest mainline station in England. We re-join the coach for the short journey into Hawes, the main town of the Dales. After a break and chance to obtain lunch, we continue along Wensleydale past Aysgarth to join the Wensleydale Railway, a unique and exciting project to restore train services along the whole of Wensleydale, re-instating one of the east-west rail links of the past. Day 3 Today we head off along the Aire Valley to Skipton – ‘Gateway to the Dales’. The main street houses the well-known market, and Skipton Castle stands proudly at the top of the street. Take a stroll around the town and explore some of the interesting little alleyways and shops. From Skipton we make our way to Haworth, home of the famous Bronte sisters and their notorious brother. Little has changed in the village since they lived at the Parsonage. Later we enjoy a steam train ride along the delightful Worth Valley, following the locations used in the film ‘The Railway Children’. Day 4 Our journey today begins with a visit to Bolton Abbey. The Abbey and ruined Priory are set in a beautiful and tranquil location alongside the River Wharfe, surrounded by moorland, woodland and riverside - a truly inspirational setting for many. Here we have time for a stroll through this beautiful landscape, part of the Duke of Devonshire’s estate. Continuing through beautiful Dales scenery we visit the village of Grassington - its cobbled street, diminutive market place and its many quaint byways and alleyways make it a place in which to linger. Later we return to the hotel for our last night. Day 5 After breakfast we leave Yorkshire and begin our journey home. AT A GLANCE ] Worth Valley Railway ] Settle Rail Journey ] Wensleydale Railway Cedar Court Hotel, Bradford
Somerset, Ilfracombe & the picturesque village of Lynmouth MONDAY 5TH – FRIDAY 9TH JUNE £680pp Explore North Somerset from our base in Minehead where you will be charmed by the white-washed buildings, grand Victorian villas and terraces in seaside Ilfracombe and visit picturesque Lynmouth, a truly beautiful part of the country. Day 1 Depart from home in the morning and travel to Somerset and arriving late afternoon at our hotel where tea, coffee and biscuits will be served on arrival. Day 2 Today we visit Weston-super-Mare, steeped with Victorian history and dominated by a long stretch of glorious beach, Weston-super-Mare is the perfect gateway to all the attractions that Somerset offers. Day 3 Our first stop this morning is the picturesque resort of Lynmouth where we have time to explore the narrow streets and maybe take the cliff railway to the twin village of Lynton. From here we make our way through scenic ‘Little Switzerland’, as the region is known, to the lovely village of Dunster, with its famous castle and octagonal Yarn Market. We have time in the popular seaside resort of Minehead before your evening meal. Day 4 After breakfast we head to the Victorian seaside resort of Ilfracombe, known as the jewel in the North Devon Coast. Discover a quaint quayside and harbour, whitewashed villas, lovely beaches, coastal paths and an abundance of cafes and shops. This afternoon, we visit Woolacombe with its award-winning
beach, renowned for its cleanliness, water quality, and facilities. Day 5 After breakfast we leave and begin our homeward journey.
AT A GLANCE ] Lynmouth ] Minehead ] Ilfracombe Northfield Hotel, Minehead
Discover the Northfield Hotel in Minehead and it’s breathtaking surrounds. It is located on the lower slopes of Northhill in Minehead, in nearly 2 acres of landscaped gardens. It has wonderful views of the coast to the Quantocks, Brendon hills and Exmoor itself. Walking from the hotel you are in Exmoor in only a few minutes. www.northfield-hotel.co.uk
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This hotel hosts modern bedrooms, as well as a Bar/Lounge. All bedrooms are en suite and have television and tea/coffee facilities. www.cedarcourthotels.co.uk
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