Cumbria & The Settle Railway
Cumbria is arguably Britains finest landscape and one of its most popular. We combine this with the UK's most spectacular and iconic scenic railway journey
Cumbria is arguably Britains finest landscape and one of its most popular. We combine this with the UK's most spectacular and iconic scenic railway journey
A faultless combination of impossibly beautiful scenery, impressive literary history, abundant wildlife and a rich cultural heritage – Cumbria or “The Lake District” is arguably England’s finest landscape. From enormous lakes to sky-scraping mountains, ancient townships and pre-historic stone circles – the attraction packed region is one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations, and justly so! We combine all this magnificence with the iconic Settle to Carlisle railway – 72 miles, 20 viaducts, 14 tunnels and countless beautiful vistas including a crossing of the iconic Ribbleshead Viaduct.
ITINERARY
SUNDAY - Morning departure from Dorset with stops as appropriate for refreshment to arrive in Barrow late afternoon. After settling in dinner is served in the stylish restaurant. Later you can relax in the hotel bar or Wetherspoons is a 10 mins walk away.
MONDAY - Drive to Lakeside on Windermere and enjoy a spectacular cruise through some of England's most stunning scenery - fantastic views of the mountains, secluded bays and historic houses. Arriving in Bowness with time to soak up the atmosphere of this popular resort with its many attractions. Later tour via narrow lanes to the villages of Hawkshead and Coniston - quintessential Lake District with cobbled streets, pretty squares and whitewashed cottages.
TUESDAY - To the coastal village of Ravenglass where we board a steam train journey deep into the heart of Cumbria. Affectionately known as "La'al Ratty" the narrow gauge railway was built in 1873. Our 2 hour round trip includes time to explore the pretty village of Boot at the far end of the line. This afternoon we drive to Ulverston to visit the quirky Laurel & Hardy Museum housed in the former Roxy Cinema - a shrine to the comedy duo and close to a statue raised to their memory. A fascinating collection of memorabilia, films and facts - Stan Laurel was born in Ulverston in 1890.
WEDNESDAY - To the Yorkshire Dales village of Settle with time to explore. Just before midday we board a mainline train to travel across the iconic railway route from Settle to Carlisle - a journey that will have you reaching for your camera. Arrive in Carlisle 1hr 40 mins later with time to enjoy a little sightseeing - the cathedral is just a 10 minute walk. The coach will catch us up and return to the hotel later this afternoon.
THURSDAY - Homewards bound with stops as appropriate to return to Dorset late afternoon.
B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
Holiday Inn Express, Barrow-in-Furness
The newest hotel to open in the South Lakes is situated right at the heart of this proud Victorian town. The 120 bedrooms are very modern and provide private bathroom with free toiletries, hairdryer, TV with movie channel, phone, iron, tea tray, heating/air-con and free wifi. A comprehensive hot and cold breakfast buffet will set you up for the day and dinner is 3 courses with a choice of menu served to the table followed by tea/coffee. There is a comfortable bar/lounge in which to socialise or a sunny outside terrace. A lift serves all floors. Holiday Inn Express is a slimmed down version of Holiday Inn, so expect a simplified experience offering exceptional value for money.
TOUR PRICE : £533.00 Per Person
Single room supplement: £110.00
Price includes: All coach travel, 4 nights accommodation, Half board meals, Windermere cruise, Ravenglass rail fare, Entry to L&H Museum, Settle rail fare.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Beaminster Area | Convenient local point in Beaminster to be advised |
| Blandford Area | Convenient local point in Blandford to be advised |
| Bournemouth Area | Convenient point in Bournemouth to be advised |
| Branksome Area | Convenient point in Branksome to be advised |
| Bridport Area | Convenient local point in Bridport to be advised |
| Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, Fortuneswell, Portland |
| Charlestown | The Alexandra Inn, Chickerell Road, Charlestown |
| Chickerell | Bluebird Garage, Chickerell Road |
| Corfe Castle | Convenient point in Corfe Castle to be advised |
| Courtlands | Portland, Courtlands bus stop |
| Dorchester South Station | Dorchester South Station bus stop |
| Dorchester TOT | Top O'Town Car Park (by cafe), Dorchester |
| Easton | Easton Square, Portland |
| Ferndown Area | Convenient local point in Ferndown to be advised |
| Foords Corner | Foords Corner bus stop, Wyke Regis |
| Jestys Avenue | Bus stop end of Jestys Avenue on Littlemoor Road |
| Littlemead | Broadwey, Littlemead bus stop (Swan Inn) |
| Lodmoor Hill | Lodmoor Hill Bus Stop (near Post Office) |
| Lyme Regis | Convenient local point in Lyme Regis to be advised |
| Lyndale bus stop | Wyke Regis, Lyndale Bus Stop |
| Nottington | Broadwey, Nottington Corner bus stop |
| Other Points in Dorset | Phone us to discuss a convenient pick up. |
| Poole Area | Convenient local point in Poole to be advised |
| Poundbury QMSE | Poundbury Queen Mother Square bus stop (Coach heading into Dorchester) |
| Radipole | Spa Hotel bus stop, Radipole |
| Redlands | Redlands, Opposite Garage |
| Ringwood Area | Convenient local point in Ringwood to be advised |
| Rodwell | Rodwell Traffic Lights, Rodwell Rd/Rodwell Ave |
| Sgt Bunn | St Bunn Bakery, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| Sherborne Area | Convenient local point in Sherborne to be advised |
| Southwell | Portland, Southwell, Opposite Eight Kings Inn |
| St Edmunds Church | St Edmunds Church, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| St Johns Church | Weymouth, St Johns Church, outside Dentist |
| St Nicholas Church | St Nicholas Church, Buxton Road, Weymouth |
| Sturminster Newton Area | Convenient point in Stur. Newton to be advised |
| Swanage Area | Convenient local point in Swanage to be advised |
| To be advised | To be advised - Approx. 2 weeks before travel |
| Upton Area | Convenient local point in Upton to be advised |
| Victoria Square | Victoria Square bus stop, Portland |
| Wareham Area | Convenient local point in Wareham to be advised |
| Westwey Road | Westwey Rd, Magistrates Court, Weymouth |
| Weymouth Bluebird | Weymouth, Outside Bluebird Office, K1 bus stop |
| Wimborne Area | Convenient local point in Wimborne to be advised |
| Wool Area | Convenient local point in Wool to be advised |
| Wyke Smuggler | Smugglers Inn, Wyke Regis |
| Yeovil Area | Convenient local point in Yeovil to be advised |
