Settle to Carlisle Railway & Yorkshire Steam
Holiday Highlights
- Steam train journey on the Embsay and Bolton Abbey Railway
- Explore Ripon with free time
- Enjoy a return journey aboard the Settle-Carlisle Railway
- Explore the 14th century Ripley Castle
- Journey on the scenic Keighley & Worth Valley Railway
- Visit the village of Haworth, home of the Brontë sisters
- Take a leisurely cruise on Leeds & Liverpool Canal
What's Included
- Four nights’ half board accommodation in Yorkshire
- Coach transfers for our excursions
- Services of our experienced Tour Manager
Please note:
- Single Supplement: £100
- Deposit: £150pp
Itinerary
Day 1: Yorkshire
Make your own way to our hotel in Skipton, where you meet our Tour Manager and enjoy a relaxing evening.
Day 2: Embsay and Bolton Abbey Railway – Ripon – Ripley Castle
This morning, we enjoy a ride on the charming Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway. The preserved railway was part of the former Midland Railway route from Skipton to Ilkley. On arrival at Bolton Abbey station, our coach picks us up and takes us to the city of Ripon. Here, you’ll have time to explore the imposing cathedral which dates back to the 7th century, wander around the many fascinating museums and bustling market square or take a walk along the canal-side. We continue to Ripley Castle, a Grade I listed 14th-century country house. Here we include a guided tour of some of the castle rooms which include the Library, Drawing rooms, Tower room and Knights Chamber. After the tour, there’s time to explore the magnificent Walled gardens and grounds where a collection of specimen trees from around the world can be found.
CRAIGLANDS HOTEL, ILKLEY
This grand Victorian hotel combines modern comforts and facilities with a warm welcome, and is only a short walk from the historic spa town of Ilkley and the spectacular Ilkley moor. The restaurant menu features excellent locally sourced ingredients and the room itself has an adjoining bar and french windows that open out onto a terrace. There’s also a lounge with a log fire as its centrepiece, and the en suite bedrooms which are perfect for a restful night’s sleep.