ENGLAND
5 DAYS from £446
Raby Castle
Ha’way to Timeless Treasures & Do the Locomotion
Locomotion
Our tour of County Durham and North Yorkshire brings the rich history of both northern counties to life. We take in the 14th century ruins of Mount Grace Priory and Shildon’s engaging Locomotion railway museum, visit medieval Raby Castle and the Bowes Museum, a grand château filled with art treasures and end our stay with a visit to the fabulous Auckland Project.
LONG STANDING PARTNER
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Raby Castle & Bowes Museum
outdoor collections of historic trains and locomotives, including Stephenson’s Rocket, Timothy Hackworth’s San Pareil, carriages, wagons and more. Day 4 Auckland Project This morning, we have a leisurely breakfast and some time to enjoy the leisure facilities or grounds of our hotel before heading to Bishop Auckland to the Auckland Project. Where we can explore the Mining Art Gallery : an intimate and awe-inspiring collection of mining art, the Spanish Gallery : The UK’s first gallery dedicated to the art and culture of the Spanish Golden Age as well as the magnificent Auckland Palace : where you will walk in the footsteps of the Prince Bishops of Durham, the original ‘Kings of the North’ and the Auckland Gardens. During our visit to this historic town, we are treated to a light lunch of walled garden soup & sandwich. Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we make our way home. INCLUSIONS • Entrance to Raby Castle • Entrance to Bowes Museum • Entrance to Mount Grace Priory & Gardens • Entrance to Locomotion • Entrance to The Auckland Project with Walled Garden Soup & Sandwich lunch
This morning we visit Raby Castle , one of England’s finest medieval castles, which has stood proud and defiant for almost 1,000 years. The Victorian and Regency interiors are as opulent as the exterior is imposing and showcase everything from porcelain to sculptures to Victorian copper cooking utensils and The Raby Tapestry. In the afternoon we visit Bowes Museum a Grade-I listed French-style château in the picturesque market town of Barnard Castle. One of the most important museums outside London, this monumental house hosts outstanding collections of art, fashion and design in its stunning galleries. Day 3 Mount Grace Priory & Locomotion Today starts with a visit to Mount Grace Priory , the remains of a 14th century Carthusian priory and gardens enfolded in North Yorkshire woodlands. We can wander the priory ruins to view the church tower, great cloister and a reconstructed monk’s cell, gaining fascinating insight into the monks who lived here in solitude and silence. We can also roam the glorious gardens. This afternoon, our explorations continue at the Locomotion national railway museum in Shildon, the place where the world’s first steam- powered railway came to life. Explore the indoor and
Redworth Hall Hotel Newton Aycliffe, County Durham
Set in 26 acres of woodland, the original parts of the Redworth Hall Hotel was a Jacobean manor house, dating back to 1693 and retains many of its original features. It is home to 143 spacious bedrooms decorated in a modern yet still traditional style and equipped with a hairdryer, telephone, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The restaurant is spacious with an informal feel, and the adjacent bar is decorated in a similar cosy style with a mixture of tables and chairs. Guests can also make use of the modern and luxurious-feeling retreat lounge and bar as well as several outdoor seating areas. Leisure facilities include indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, as well as a hair salon and treatment rooms (extra charges apply). • Ground floor rooms • Lift • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge 4 Nights Half Board Twin from £446pp Double for Sole Use Supplement from £160 Based on Monday arrivals
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The Bowes Museum
The Spanish Gallery, Auckland Project
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