Yorkshire Legends
Based in the iconic city of York itself - A tour that offers legendary sights and attractions that weave evocative stories of this big and beautiful county.
Based in the iconic city of York itself - A tour that offers legendary sights and attractions that weave evocative stories of this big and beautiful county.
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 it’s past and a sense of history is never far away – be it castles and stately homes that weave their evocative stories, or the powerful industrial heritage that is vividly recreated in wonderful museums. On this tour we base ourselves right in iconic York itself – a small and mighty city that really packs a punch!
ITINERARY
Monday - Morning departure from Dorset to arrive in York late afternoon. After settling in enjoy a 3 course dinner in the restaurant with the remainder of the evening free to relax or step outside and wander this gem of a city.
Tuesday - Just 15 miles north of York stands the theatrical Castle Howard - not fortified but certainly stately none-the-less. Familiar to TV audiences as the fictional location for "Brideshead". The splendour of the house and treasures it contains is matched by the surrounding gardens and estate. A tour of House and entry to Gardens included.
Wednesday - We walk from the hotel across the bridge (4 mins) where we board a boat cruise on the River Ouse - discover fascinating facts and enjoy the views with a skippers commentary of the sights. The afternoon is free to make your own discoveries - maybe the historic Shambles, Viking museum, Railway museum, Chocolate Story, Castle or Minster…so much to see and do. After dinner this evening we are joined by a costumed guide who will escort a Ghost Walk - exploring the haunted spots of York: A legendary and disturbing experience that will capture your imagination. Sleep tight!
Thursday - This morning drive across the Vale of York to Pickering. At 11am board the North York Moors Railway for a steam hauled adventure - 13 miles and 1+ hour through the rugged moors with spectacular scenery all the way to Grosmont/Goathland. Rejoin the coach and drive to Whitby with its ancient abbey, stunning coastline and delicious fresh fish & chips. Return across the moors.
Friday - Homewards bound with vivid memories of Yorkshires legendary sights. Arrive back in Dorset by early evening.
B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
The Queens Hotel, York
A superb three star hotel situated in the city centre – it puts you right at the heart of things and you literally step out into a world of history! All 76 bedrooms are equipped with private bathroom with free toiletries, hairdryer, television with satellite, phone, tea tray, seating and free wifi. There are a small number of ground floor rooms and a lift to all floors. The Royal Brasserie Restaurant is a relaxing place to dine and offers a variety of traditional dishes which are served to you at the table (one evening will be served carvery style by the chef). The Riverside Lounge is a great place to unwind with a drink while taking in the views of the river.
Tour Price : £529.00 Per Person
Single Rooom Supplement: £100.00
Price Includes : All coach travel, 4 nights accommodation, Half board meals, Entry to Castle Howard, York river cruise, York ghost walk, Steam 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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