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Yorkshire’s Literary Tales & Pretty Dales

Yorkshire’s Literary Tales & Pretty Dales

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Discover the charm of Yorkshire on this 5-day journey, with medieval towns, scenic railways, literary landmarks and relaxing canal cruises – all wrapped in stunning landscapes and warm hospitality.

 

CRAIGLANDS HOTEL, ILKLEY ***

Full of character and located within walking distance from the traditional Yorkshire town of Ilkley, this Victorian hotel is decorated to a modern and contemporary style and combines comfort and great facilities with a smal, landscaped garden and a woodland path to Ilkley Moor. All bedrooms feature a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has a Ballroom and there is a brasserie restaurant, bar and outside terrace, all offering plenty of seating. There is a lift to the second floor, however, due to the age of the building there are stairs to access some bedrooms.

 

PRICE INCLUDES

• 4 nights dinner, bed & breakfast

• Tea/coffee upon arrival at hotel

• Tea/coffee after dinner

• 2hr cream tea cruise on the Leeds to Liverpool Canal

• Haworth to Keighley single train ride

• Return Carlisle to Settle train ride

• All coach excursions as described

• Fully escorted throughout

 

TRAVEL OPTIONS

Upgrade your room (subject to availability). Supplements apply, call 01268 777 777

 

GROUP BOOKINGS

If you book 20 places all together on a day excursion, short break or holiday ONE GOES FREE

Day 1

We begin with a visit to the medieval market town of Newark, where there’s time to browse the shops and enjoy lunch before continuing to our welcoming hotel for dinner.

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Day 2

Explore the picturesque villages of West Yorkshire, including artistic Hebden Bridge and historic Haworth, home of the Brontë sisters, before stepping aboard the famous Keighley & Worth Valley Railway for a nostalgic steam train ride.

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Day 3

Visit charming Grassington and the market town of Skipton before enjoying a relaxing canal cruise complete with a delicious cream tea.

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Day 4

Take one of Britain’s most scenic rail journeys on the Settle to Carlisle Railway, travelling through the Yorkshire Dales and Eden Valley, with free time to explore Carlisle.

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Day 5

We return home via the delightful Georgian town of Stamford, stopping for lunch en route.

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Yorkshire Dales, Steam Railways & Canal Cruise Coach Holiday

Discover the magnificent landscapes, historic towns and fascinating heritage of Yorkshire on this wonderful 5-day Yorkshire coach holiday. From the literary village of Haworth and the beautiful Yorkshire Dales to journeys aboard two famous heritage railways and a relaxing canal cruise with cream tea, this carefully planned tour showcases some of the very best of Yorkshire.

 

Haworth, Hebden Bridge & Keighley and Worth Valley Railway

Explore the picturesque villages and towns of West Yorkshire, beginning with Hebden Bridge, known for its independent shops and creative character. We also visit historic Haworth, famously associated with the Brontë sisters and surrounded by beautiful Yorkshire countryside. One of the highlights of our holiday is a nostalgic steam train journey on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, travelling through the attractive Worth Valley and enjoying the atmosphere of one of Yorkshire’s best-known heritage railways.

 

Grassington, Skipton & Canal Cruise with Cream Tea

Enjoy more of Yorkshire’s traditional charm with visits to Grassington and Skipton. Set amidst beautiful countryside, Grassington is a delightful place to explore before we continue to the bustling market town of Skipton. Here, sit back and relax on an included canal cruise, enjoying the passing scenery accompanied by a delicious cream tea – a lovely way to experience this historic Yorkshire town.

 

Settle to Carlisle Railway & Yorkshire Dales

Another memorable railway journey awaits as we travel aboard the famous Settle to Carlisle Railway. Our journey takes us through the spectacular landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales and Eden Valley, offering wonderful views along one of Britain’s most celebrated railway routes. Afterwards, enjoy free time in Carlisle, with the opportunity to explore the city at your own pace.

 

Newark & Stamford

There is plenty to enjoy on our outward and return journeys too. We begin our holiday with time in the medieval market town of Newark, where you can browse the shops and find somewhere for lunch. On our journey home, we visit the attractive Georgian town of Stamford, providing a delightful finale to our Yorkshire break.

 

Yorkshire Coach Holidays from Essex

With scenic railway journeys, beautiful landscapes, historic towns, literary connections and an included canal cruise, this Yorkshire Dales coach holiday offers a fantastic variety of experiences. With your transport, accommodation and excursions carefully arranged, you can simply sit back and enjoy discovering Yorkshire.

 

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Barkingside Fullwell Cross, Bus Stop A - IG6 2EA
Basildon Cherrydown East Bus Stop, SS16 5GT, Basildon
Brentwood Brentwood, Outside The Dairyman
Chalkwell Park Chalkwell Park Bus Stop, London Road
Chelmsford Victoria Road Victoria Road CM1 1JR
Collier Row White Hart Lane - Bus Stop out Tythe Court RM7 8LZ
Corringham Town Centre Gordon Road, Bus Stop near Grover Walk SS17 7EY
Cranham Front Lane/Moor Lane Junction Bus Stop RM14 1XJ
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Dagenham Church Elm Lane, Bus Stop L - RM10 9QS
Hadleigh Church Hadleigh Church, Bus Layby
Harold Wood Bus Stop A, Gubbins Lane, RM3 0DR
Hockley Spa Hockley Spa, Bus Stop outside the Library
Hornchurch Station Lane Bus Stop - Out Sutton Arms RM12 6NJ
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Hutton Hutton, Bus Stop just past the Chequers Pub
Ilford Ilford, Bus Stop outside 6 Clements Road, IG1 1BA
Palace Theatre Palace Theatre Bus Stop
Pitsea Outside what was Gala Bingo Hall, Pitsea
Princess Rd, Rayleigh Princess Road, Rayleigh (was Depot)
Queensway Queensway Bus Stop (Behind the Odeon Cinema)
Rayleigh Stn Rayleigh Railway Station
Rochford Market Square West Street, Rochford Market Square
Romford St Edwards Way - Bus Stop H - RM1 3DQ
Out: Romford Shopping Hall
Sadlers Farm Bus Stop on A13, just before Sadlers Farm
roundabout, nr Romsey Road
Shenfield Stn Shenfield Station, outside what was Barclays Bank
Southchurch Library Southchurch Lib, Old Walnut Tree, Southchurch Blvd
Sun Corner Sun Corner London Road - Billericay
Thames Drive Thames Drive Bus Stop
The Elms Bus Stop outside Elms Public House, Leigh on Sea
The Oak Grays The Oak Public House, Lodge Lane, Grays
Thorpe Bay Stn Thorpe Bay Station, Acacia Drive (opp Station)
Thurrock Services, Thurrock Services Coach Park, RM16 3BG
Upminster Bus Stop M, St Mary's Lane- Upminster
Outside St.Laurence Church RM14 2QJ
Vic House Cnr, Kiln Rd Vic House Corner, Bus Stop in Kiln Road
Websters Way Websters Way, Rayleigh (High Street on return)
Wickford Halls Corner, opposite Police Station, Wickford
Woodford Green Snakes Lane East, Bus Stop R - IG8 7HU

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