Yorkshire presents a stunning blend of natural beauty, traditional experiences, fascinating attractions and endless ways to pass a memorable holiday.  Unlike many areas of natural beauty, the mark of civilisation enhances the scene rather than detracting from it .  The famous scenery provides the glorious setting for many of Britain’s television favourites such as Heartbeat, The Royal, Emmerdale and All Creatures Great and Small.  One of our busiest tours in past seasons, we are delighted to be able to offer it again for those who have missed out in the past.

The Kimberley Hotel, HARROGATE

A warm welcome awaits you at this elegant Victorian Town House situated conveniently for the town centre. All of the guest bedrooms are individually decorated and furnished and offer unique character and comfort.  Each offers every facility you would expect including en-suite bathroom, television with movie channel, telephone, tea-tray and hairdryer.  The Kimberely Restaurant provides modern English and Continental cuisine using only the finest local ingredients, in relaxed and informal surroundings.  Be amazed by the “deliciously Yorkshire” breakfast each morning - a veritable feast to set you up for the day ahead.  A lift serves all floors.

ITINERARY

MONDAY – Morning departure from Dorset, across country with stops for refreshment as appropriate, to Harrogate where dinner awaits.

TUESDAY – “Heartbeat & The Royal”.   A full day excursion past Scarborough, and over a spectacular coastal route to Whitby – stay for sightseeing and lunch. Later drive into the North York Moors to Goatland the fictional “Aidensfield” of Heartbeat fame. Here may lie a chance to join the steam train through the North York Moors. Return via Pickering.

WEDNESDAY – “Emmerdale”.  This morning call at “Beckindale” – the original  location for the tv series – with a chance to view the Woolpack Inn and other famous settings from the soap.  Spend the rest of the morning in the lovely dales town of Skipton.  After lunch drive up spectacular Wharfedale which displays the typical Dales scenery to perfection.  A visit to Ripon completes the day.

THURSDAY – “All Creatures”.  Morning visit to The World of James Herriot in Thirsk.  1950’s nostalgia and tv studio at the home and surgery of the famous tv vet.  After time for lunch return to Harrogate, with the afternoon free to enjoy the town.

FRIDAY – Homeward bound with happy memories of this friendly corner of England, to arrive back in Dorset early evening.

TOUR PRICE : £290.00 per person

Single Room Supplement : £50.00    Travel Insurance Premium : £11.00  per person

Price Includes : All coach travel, 4 nights hotel accommodation with evening dinner and breakfast, Entry to James Herriot Exh, Financial protection insurance and VAT.