York & Harrogate
MONDAY 11TH – FRIDAY 15TH DECEMBER
£689pp
Lanterns at Longleat and Bristol Christmas Market FRIDAY 8TH – SUNDAY 10TH DECEMBER £465pp
This tour takes us to North Yorkshire to enjoy the dales, with time in Harrogate & York, quaint towns and market day in Skipton. We finish the week with a Cream Tea – ending on a sweet note. Day 1 Following a collection from home we head to our hotel in Harrogate, calling at Downtown, Grantham on the way. Day 2 This morning we take a short drive to the spa and market town of Knaresborough for a stop to enjoy the scenery and high street. The town hosts many cafes and tearooms, perfect for warming up, or you may enjoy a wander along the riverside. After we return to Harrogate, the rest of the day is free for you to explore at leisure. Enjoy a lovely stroll through beautiful Valley Gardens, explore the delightful Victoria arcades for some retail therapy. Have a relaxing lunch in one of the many restaurants, cafes and bars – maybe even visit the famous ‘Betty’s Tearooms’. Day 3 Our day takes us into the Yorkshire Dales, passing through the pretty village of Pateley Bridge, travelling over the moorland until we arrive at Grassington. We have a chance to enjoy a stop here to enjoy the quaint cobbled market town and perhaps have a hot drink. Afterwards, we head to the market town of Skipton, known as the ‘Gateway to the Dales’. The High Street leads up to the church, behind which you see the impressive 900-year-old castle and Skipton Woods. Today is also market day so you have a chance to grab a bargain or some local goods. Day 4 Our day takes us to the historic cathedral city of York, make the most of the city and enjoy the atmosphere of the Christmas Markets. You can wander past the old shops of the Shambles, a medieval shopping complex or enjoy the shops of Parliament Street. Later this afternoon, we will return to the hotel to enjoy a Cream Tea at the hotel with Tea, Scones, Clotted Cream & Jam – end your week on a sweet note. Day 5 Departing after breakfast, we head for home pausing at Stamford on the way.
At our base in Chippenham we are ideally placed for visits to two contrasting attractions with something to suit everyone.
Day 1 Following a collection from home we head to our hotel in Chippenham, pausing at Oxford on the way. Day 2 Today we head for the delightful city of Wells with its tiny Cathedral. We can explore the town and obtain lunch before we leave for Longleat House and the stunning Festival of Light. Europe’s largest ever display of Chinese lanterns will transform Longleat into a glowing winter wonderland, with thousands of new lanterns. We return to our hotel in for dinner. Day 3 This morning we leave for Bristol and the traditional Christmas Market. Located in the very heart of Bristol City Centre, the Christmas market is home to over 50 unique stalls. This all underneath its glittering Christmas tree, which will be adorned with an array of delightful decorations, and spectacular lights that both welcome and guide you throughout the magical market. There are lots of opportunities for lunch as you explore the city before we leave late afternoon for home.
AT A GLANCE ] Festival of Light at Longleat ] Bristol Christmas Market Best Western Plus Angel Hotel
AT A GLANCE ] York Christmas Market ] Skipton ] Cream Tea The Old Swan Hotel
Originally a 17th century coaching inn, the Best Western Plus Angel Hotel was extensively refurbished in late 2007 to offer the best in surroundings and comfort with a unique blend of traditional and contemporary style. The hotel leisure facilities include indoor heated swimming pool and gym. All bedrooms are en suite and have television, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. www.bestwestern.co.uk
The Old Swan Hotel stands in the centre of the lovely town of Harrogate, in Yorkshire, and is famed as being Agatha Christie’s hiding place during her disappearance in 1926. Bedrooms are stylishly furnished and the public areas include the Library restaurant, the Wedgwood Room and the lounge bar. All bedrooms are en suite and have satellite television telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee facilities. The hotel has a lift. www.classiclodges.co.uk
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