Yorkshire - Dales & Rails
The majestic Yorkshire countryside viewed from a nostalgic heritage steam railway, and the iconic Settle to Carlisle railway, and a luxury canal boat cruise.
The majestic Yorkshire countryside viewed from a nostalgic heritage steam railway, and the iconic Settle to Carlisle railway, and a luxury canal boat cruise.
Yorkshire is a big and beautiful county providing a variety of majestic countryside, much of which is protected as National Parks. It is proud of its past and a sense of history is never far away. On this tour of Yorkshire we have included a scenic boat cruise and a nostalgic steam train journey that each afford a whole new perspective and memorable views not available to road passengers. However the highlight is sure to be a main-line train journey on the iconic and legendary Settle-Carlisle railway, undoubtedly the most beautiful and spectacular line in the UK.
ITINERARY
Sunday - Morning departure from Dorset with stops for refreshment en-route to Harrogate where a welcome cuppa and porterage awaits.
Monday - A scenic tour through the beautiful Yorkshire Dales via Pateley Bridge and Grassington. Roads meander between drystone walls and a patchwork of hay meadows overlooked by heather clad moorlands. Stop in Skipton, an attractive market town situated in the Aire Gap on the edge of the Dales National Park - it is centred on it's castle and market square. This afternoon board a luxury canal boat to enjoy a 2 hour cruise on the Leeds-Liverpool canal with a cream tea included.
There are picturesque views and fascinating history accompanied by a commentary and fresh scones - perfect!
Tuesday - This morning visit Ilkley set in beautiful Wharfedale, a former spa town with a rich architectural heritage of elegant buildings. It is renowned for its fresh air, beautiful scenery and has a lovely riverside walk and park. Continue to Haworth, famous hillside home of the Bronte family, an undisputed literary mecca. With its steep cobbled main street, iconic parsonage, rolling moors and vintage charm it feels like you've stepped into another time. This afternoon join the Keighley and Worth Valley Heritage Railway - famous as the film set of The Railway Children - for a single journey from Haworth to Keighley. Classic locomotives and vintage carriages with restored period stations create a nostalgic ride through the stunning scenery.
Wednesday - Drive across Yorkshire to the pretty town of Settle, close to the border with Lancashire. Here we join the famous Settle-Carlisle main-line railway. The 73 mile long route crosses remote scenic regions of the Yorkshire Dales and Cumbrian Fells by way of 21 viaducts and 14 tunnels - completed in 1876 and built using manpower and dynamite alone! (journey time approx. 1 ¾ hours). There is a little free time on arrival in Carlisle (cathedral/castle 10 mins walk from station). Coach returns from Carlisle passing Penrith - Barnard Castle - Scotch Corner.
Thursday - enjoy a day at leisure in elegant Harrogate. Betty's Tea Room is an institution and serves afternoon tea on fine bone china - a luxurious experience you will need to pre-book.
Friday - Homewards with comfort stops as appropriate to arrive back in Dorset early evening.
B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
Cedar Court Hotel, Harrogate
Although this historic hotel dates back to 1671 it has been meticulously modernised to impressive 4 star standards and now provides every expected facility for todays’ traveller. It is situated just 10 minutes walk from the town centre and overlooks 200 acres of parkland. Bedrooms are stylish and provide private bathroom with free toiletries and hairdryer, digital TV, tea tray, safe, iron and free wifi. The Queens Restaurant retains many original features and serves high quality meals with a Mediterranean influence. The lounge bar offers views of the park and is a great place to relax and socialise. A lift serves all floors.
TOUR PRICE: £699.00 Per Person
Single room supplement: £125.00
Price includes: All coach travel, 5 nights hotel accommodation, Half board meals, Porterage, Cream Tea Canal Cruise, KWVR train fare, Settle Railway train 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 |
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| 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 |
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