Day Trips

Hawes Wensleydale & The Ribblehead Viaduct

Tue 10/09/24 - 1 Day

Hawes, Wensleydale and RibbleheadCome and enjoy a day out on a scenic drive up and over to the pretty little market town of Hawes, set high up in the Wensleydale region of the North Yorkshire Dales National Park.  Today is market day so come and browse the market stalls, pay a visit to Wallace and Gromit at the Wensleydale Cheese Experience and take a photo of one of the most amazing feats of engineering the Ribblehead Viaduct, a part of the Settle/Carlisle Railway line, as seen on t.v in Michael Portillo's Great Rail Journeys.   Wensleydale Famous for its cheese, historic villages, traditional markets and crafts, Wensleydale provides an excellent base from which to explore the National Park.  Its wide open valley, dotted with softly rounded hill sides left by retreating glaciers, gives it a very distinctive appearance.  HawesThis pretty little market town is one of the highest towns in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.   Come and spend an hour or more browsing the market stalls, looking at the collection of quirky shops and  even say hello to Wallace and Gromit at the Wensleydale Cheese Experience where you could maybe see how the famous cheese is made!  (Cheese Demonstration not included)The Ribblehead ViaductOn our way back from Hawes, we make a stop as close as we can get to the famous Ribblehead Viaduct or Batty Moss Viaduct.  This amazing feat of engineering carries the Settle–Carlisle railway across Batty Moss in the Ribble Valley at Ribblehead, in the North Yorkshire Dales. The viaduct, was built by the Midland Railway.   It is a Grade II* listed structure.  It is without a doubt the most impressive structure on the Settle-Carlisle Railway.What's IncludedEscorted Luxury Coach Travel with an experienced Tour Driver Allocated SeatsFree WiFiUSB Charging PointsFree time in Hawes and Wensleydale Cheese ExperiencePhoto Stop at the Ribblehead Viaduct

Settle Market and the Watershed Mill

Tue 01/10/24 - 1 Day

Enjoy a lovely day out with a visit to the pretty little market town of Settle situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.  With an included visit to the Watershed Mill, one of the most visited Woollen Mills for a bite to eat and a bit of retail therapy.SettleThis pretty little rural but idyllic market town is full of  life and vibrancy and comes even more to life with a weekly Tuesday Market.  It is home to the famous Settle/Carlisle Railway with its converted waterhouse (as seen on George Clarke's t.v. program Restoration Man) this town has a lot to see and do.  Settle is an ancient market town with a market charter.  The town is located at the gateway to Upper Ribblesdale at the southern edge of the Yorkshire Dales.  Immediately overlooking the town is Castleberg, a 300 feet limestone crag.  Settle retains its historic role as the area's commercial hub and has a thriving range of independent shops, banks, places to eat, places to stay and places to be entertained.  Watershed Mill After our visit to Settle we make our way to the Watershed Mill, situated just on the outskirts of Settle.  This retail destination is housed in a converted cotton mill on the banks of the River Ribble Edinburgh Woollen Mill, Golf Shop, Ponden Home Interiors, Outdoor Shop, Real Ale Shop, Whiskey Shop, Footwear Department Relax in Hector’s Coffee Shop.   Whats includedLuxury Escorted Coach Travel with experienced Tour Driver and Tour ManagerAllocated SeatsFree WiFiUSB Charging PointsFree time to explore SettleFree time at the Watershed Mill

Tees Princess Cruise with Sunday Lunch

Sun 13/10/24 - 1 Day

Teesside Princess with Sunday Lunch on-board the Teesside Princess Cruise in Stockton on Tees.    Join us on a wonderful day out on-board the the Teesside Princess Cruise up at Stockton on Tees.   We have a 3-hour cruise upstream through some glorious countryside heading towards Yarm before returning with views of the Teesside Countryside.   Whilst on board you will be treated to an included Traditional Sunday Lunch.The Teesside Princess is a twin engine with bow thruster leisure cruiser with a carrying capacity of 100 passengers and crewPlease let us know your choices at the time of booking.Whats Included   Escorted Luxury Coach Travel with an experienced Tour Driver & Tour ManagerAllocated SeatsFree WiFiUSB Charging PointsAdmission onto the Teesside Princess Cruiser with a 3-Hour CruiseTraditional Sunday Lunch - Choose from Beef or Chicken   (Vegetarian and other dietary requirments available on request)

Bowes Museum & Barnard Castle

Sun 27/10/24 - 1 Day

Bowes Museum   Come and enjoy a day excursion with a difference.   Join us to see the Silver Swan and many more amazing artifacts, exhibits and one of the largest art collections in the country.  The Bowes Museum was the home and dream of Josephine and John Bowes, who sadly did not see their dream come to fruition, but must surely be watching and be proud of their life's achievement and all the visitors that come to admire their Historic Home.This wonderful former family home was home to John and Josephine Bowes.   The Bowes Museum is an art gallery in the town of Barnard Castle, in County Durham.  It was built to designs by Jules Pellechet and John Edward Watson to house the art collection of John Bowes and his wife Joséphine Benoîte Coffin-Chevallier.  A businessman and the son of an Earl, John met Joséphine when he bought the Théâtre De Variétés in Paris, where she was an actress and they married in 1852.Joséphine, an accomplished artist, indulged her passion for collecting and became a patron of the arts.  In 1862 she decided to sell John's wedding gift to her, their home in France, to start their Museum project so they could share their love of art with the people of Teesdale, near John’s family home.   Sadly neither of them lived to see their Museum open to the public in 1892.  The Bowes Museum has a rather famous resident.  The Silver Swan.   The Silver Swan is an automatum and is an absolutely amazing feat of engineering, it is facinating to watch with its graceful movements, a gem and a joy to behold.  The story behind the Silver Swan is of a boy living by a Scottish loch, he sees a beautiful silver swan land on the water.  She remains at the loch, mates and there are soon five cygnets. The boy watches them in awe and pride Barnard Castle TownTime for a coffee & cake or something more.   After our visit to Bowes we make a stop in the nearby town of Barnard Castle.  Barnard Castle is a historic market town which takes its name from the castle around which it grew.  The castle, an English Heritage property, was named after its 12th Century founder, Bernard de Balliol, and was later developed by Richard III whose boar emblem is carved above a window in the inner ward. A haven for discerning shoppers and treasure seekers, the town’s many antique shops and independent retailers provide a charming shopping experience. You'll find shops selling everything from home décor and second-hand books, to designer clothes, jewellery, local crafts.  What's IncludedEscorted Luxury Coach Travel with an experienced Tour Driver and Tour ManagerAllocated SeatsFree WiFiUSB Charging PointsEntry into the Bowes MuseumFree time in Barnard Castle

Bury Market and Boundary Mill

Sat 02/11/24 - 1 Day

Bury MarketCome and visit this world-famous market, famous for its black pudding situated in the heart of Lancashire.Plenty of indoor and outdoor stalls at Bury Market means you will not be spoiled for choice. Boundary MillOnce we have been to Bury Market we then make our way over to the Boundary Mill Outlet near Colne for a little bit more retail therapy.  There are lots of stores to discover and eateries at Boundary Mill. This day is the ultimate shoppers paradiseWhat's IncludedEscorted Luxury Coach Travel with an experienced Tour Driver and Tour ManagerAllocated SeatsUSB Charging PointsFree time in Bury Market and Boundary Mills

Belvoir Castle with Guided Tour and Cream Tea

Sun 10/11/24 - 1 Day

Belvoir Castle Experience an unforgettable day out exploring the state rooms and breath-taking gardens.  Walk around the Castle, and marvel at the opulent State Rooms. From the Ballroom to the State Dining Room, feel like royalty as you journey through beautifully designed rooms with Regency-style décor that transports you to a different era. The Gardens.   With over 16,000 acres to discover, you are guaranteed to appreciate the beauty of the gardens. Walk through the Japanese Woodland and the Duchess Garden.   A set of landscaping plans were drawn up in 1780 by Lancelot "Capability" Brown, and they were discovered in the Castle archives in 2013. These plans have now been completed, and thanks to the current Duchess of Rutland, you can enjoy the picturesque landscape that Capability Brown planned for Belvoir Castle.  After a day of adventures, it’s time for some retail therapy at The Engine Yard. From fashion to chocolate, you’ll find independent goodies for the whole family.  Enjoy tasty wood-fired pizzas at the Fuel Tank Kitchen, and sip quirky cocktails at the Balloon Bar – there is plenty of fun to be had at The Engine Yard Retail VillageWhats includedLuxury Escorted Return Coach Travel with experienced Driver/Tour ManagerFree local pickup pointsWiFi on board the coachUSB Points on board the coachKitchen on board the coach - serving refreshements (extra cost)Guided tour of Belvoir CastleAfternoon Tea at Belvoir Castle

Halifax Piece Hall at Christmas

Sat 30/11/24 - 1 Day

Halifax Piece Hall Christmas MarketEnjoy a day out at one of West Yorkshire premier Christmas Markets and shopping areas, in the Halifax Piece Hall.This day out is a day to remember.  A Christmas Market on over six weekends showcasing some of the region’s favourite independent food and drink producers, artisan makers and pop-up street food. Featuring a wide range of unique stalls with everything from homeware to jewellery, gifts and delicious food to take home.   The Grade I listed Piece Hall in Halifax is a rare architectural and cultural phenomenon which is absolutely unique. It is the only remaining Georgian cloth hall in the world, the sole survivor of the great eighteenth century northern cloth halls, a class of buildings which embodied the vital and dominant importance of the trade in hand woven textiles to the pre-industrial economy of the West Riding of Yorkshire, from the Middle Ages through to the early nineteenth century.  The Piece Hall will be all ready with festive decorations.  This is a shoppers paradise at any time of the year, but especially for Christmas.Whats includedLuxury Escorted Coach Travel with extra legroomExperienced Driver and Tour ManagerFree local pick-up pointsUSB Charging points on the coachFree WiFi on board the coachTime at leisure in the Halifax Piece Hall to see and enjoy the christmas stalls

Beverley Christmas Festival

Sun 08/12/24 - 1 Day

Beverley Festival of ChristmasCome and spend a fun filled day soaking up one of Yorkshire's premier Festival of Christmas Events in the East Yorkshire town of Beverley.   This wonderful market town with its fantastic cathedral is a shoppers delight.  The town centre is completely pedestrianised an ideal town to spend a day browsing the many market stalls.  Let the whole family enjoy the Christmas Festival and join in the celebrations.  Listen to the traditional brass bands, take in the fairground rides and come see the birds of prey on display.Soak up the sights, sounds and smells of a traditional Christmas Market Town with live music, dancing, Christmas Carols and much more.Whats IncludedEscorted Luxury Coach Travel Free Local Pick-up PointsFree Wifi on boardUSB Charging points at each seatEntry into the Festival of Christmas (Please note this will be an earlier pick-up, due to the Christmas Parade starting at 10.00am)

Alice's "Castle Howard" Christmas Wonderland

Wed 11/12/24 - 1 Day

Come and enjoy a magical Christmas Day Out with a visit to the fantastic Castle Howard Estate  The Christmas theme this year will be 'Alice's Christmas Wonderland', which will see the 300-year-old house transformed with installations, props, soundscapes and projections.   Last year we saw Peter Pan and Captain Hook, this year we will enjoy seeing all the sounds & projections of the fantastic Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll.   So lets follow Alice down the Rabbit Hole and meet some of the most fantastical characters, such as the White Rabbit, The Cheshire Cat, The March Hare, The Queen of Hearts, The Jabberwocky and the fabulous Mad Hatter.   This year there will also be the addition of a Bettys pop-up cafe with all the much-loved treats, including the famous Fat Rascals, fondant fancies, hampers and Christmas gifts.  Famous Alice QuotationMad Hatter:  Have I gone mad?Alice:   I'm afraid so. You're entirely bonkers.   But I'll tell you a secret.  All the best people are!Secret Alice QuotationThe secret, Alice, is to surround yourself with people who make your heart smile. It's then, only then, that you'll find Wonderland.The Jabberwock PoemTwas brillig, and the slithy toves did gyre and gimble in the wabe:  All mimsy were the borogoves, And the mome raths outgrabe.  The Jabberwock, with eyes aflame, Jaws that bait and claws that catch, Beware the Jabberwock, my son, The frumious Bandersnatch. He took his vorpal sword in hand The vorpal blade went snicker-snack He left it dead, and with its head He went galumphing backWhats IncludedLuxury Coach Travel with extra legroomFree local pick-up pointsFree WifI on board the coachUSB charging pointsExperienced Driver and Tour ManagerEntry to Castle Howard

Festive North Star Restaurant & Flamborough Head

Sat 14/12/24 - 1 Day

North Star & FlamboroughThis wonderful day excursion is to the Fabulous North Star Restaurant, situated on the North Shore of Flambourgh on the Yorkshire Coast.   This day includes a visit to Flambourogh Lighthouse to stretch the legs, get some bracing fresh air and blow the cobwebs away, before we make our way to the North Star for our included 2-course festive lunch - see menu for choices:FESTIVE MENUPoached Fillet of Salmon with Prawn SauceBraised Chicken Breast with Red Wine & Mushroom SauceRoast Breast of Norfolk Turkey served with Yorkshire Pudding and all the trimmingsHomemade Steak PieVegetarian LasagneCold York Ham, Cheese & Pineapple SaladAll of the above are served with a selection of vegetables and potatoesA selection of Desserts from the TrolleyChristmas Pudding with Rum SauceTea or Coffee with Mince Pies Please make your choice and let Emma know at the time of booking or no later than two weeks prior to travel.