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Settle to Carlisle & the Best of Yorkshire
One of the best ways to soak up the beautiful landscapes of Yorkshire, rail journeys showcase the county at its finest. With three included on this holiday – the Embsay & Bolton Abbey, Keighley & Worth Valley, and Settle-Carlisle railways – expect rolling country meadows, beautiful pastures, and stunning views. You’ll also get to explore charming Ripon, tour the remarkable rooms of Ripley Castle, and enjoy an idyllic cruise along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal.
Tour Includes
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Included coach travel on excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
5 days from £699pp
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Make your own way to our hotel in Skipton, where you meet our experienced Tour Manager and enjoy a relaxing evening with dinner.
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This morning, we step aboard the fantastic Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway, journeying through the historic tracks of the former Midland Railway that connected Skipton to Ilkley. On arrival at Bolton Abbey station, our coach takes us to the charming city of Ripon. With everything from captivating museums to a lively market square, the city offers the best of both historic charm and cosmopolitan delights. There will be free time for you to explore.
Afterwards, we’ll discover Ripley Castle, a Grade I listed country house dating back to the 14th century. Enjoy a guided tour through the castle’s most iconic rooms, including the library, drawing rooms, tower room and Knight's Chamber. Once the tour ends, be sure to explore the stunning walled gardens and grounds – a unique collection of specimen trees from all over the world is a particular highlight.
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Today, we enjoy a fantastic return journey on the Settle-Carlisle Railway. This testament to the ingenuity of 19th-century engineers stretches across 72 miles, weaving through the scenic North Pennines, Eden Valley, and Yorkshire Dales. Along the journey, we cross 19 viaducts and pass through 14 tunnels. A particular gem is the Ribblehead viaduct, boasting 24 impressive arches and soaring to a peak of 32 metres, making it a highlight of this unforgettable ride.
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This morning, step aboard the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway for a fantastic return trip from Oxenhope. This 5-mile branch line, originally serving mills and Worth Valley's villages, is now a heritage line that has been resorted to its former glory. Our journey then takes us to the charming, cobbled streets of Haworth, once home to the renowned Brontë sisters. Here, you can meander down the historic Main Street or delve deeper into literary history at the Brontë Parsonage Museum (entrance not included).
Our next stop is Skipton, known as the ‘Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales’. Here, we enjoy a cruise aboard a traditional canal boat, taking in the most scenic waterway in Yorkshire – the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. This canal played a pivotal role in the industrial revolution, connecting industries and shaping the region’s rich history.
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After breakfast, you are free to check out of our hotel and make your own way home.
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Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at The Skipton Hotel (formerly the Rendezvous Hotel) in Skipton.
The Skipton Hotel
The Skipton Hotel (formerly known as the Rendezvous) is conveniently located close to the town of Skipton, known as the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales. Overlooking the canal, the hotel offers stunning views, as well as fantastic facilities including a bar, restaurant, indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym. Complimentary car parking is available on site, and Skipton railway station is just less than two miles from the hotel.
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General
- 3 Star
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Indoor Swimming Pool (Seasonal)
- Lift
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- TV
- Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
- Shower and Bath
- Telephone
- Free Wifi
Accessibility
- Disabled Rooms Available
- Ground Floor Rooms on Request
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- Room Service Available
- 24 Hour Front Desk
Hotel
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
- WiFi Available
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