Historic York City Break
Multiple Dates: A 5 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to Yorkshire with Johnsons Coaches staying at Middletons Hotel
Sunday 25th April 2027 – Thursday 29th April 2027
Sunday 11th July 2027 – Thursday 15th July 2027
Sunday 17th October 2027 – Thursday 21st October 2027
5 Days
From £799
Visit charming York, one of Europe’s most popular historic cities, renowned for its Roman, Viking and Medieval heritage. Staying at centrally located Middleton’s Hotel, you’ll have time to enjoy York’s atmospheric streets, independent shops, cafés, museums and magnificent Minster. Our included excursions take us to the World of James Herriot Museum in Thirsk, through scenic Yorkshire Dales countryside to Grassington, and to the magnificent Castle Howard. We also explore the North York Moors, calling at pretty villages and market towns along the way, making this a wonderful blend of history, scenery and relaxed discovery.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS
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Explore historic York, with time at leisure for its city walls, Minster, museums, shops and cafés
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Visit the World of James Herriot Museum in Thirsk
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Enjoy a scenic drive through the Yorkshire Dales, including Pateley Bridge and Grassington
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Tour magnificent Castle Howard and stroll through its estate gardens
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Discover the North York Moors, with visits to characterful villages and the market town of Helmsley
Middleton’s Hotel
Nestled in secluded courtyard gardens and within the city walls, Middleton’s Hotel offers 56 cosy guest rooms spread over six historic, grade II listed buildings. This hidden gem is tucked away, yet easily accessible, this oasis of calm is just a 5-minute walk from the main shopping area and local attractions, making it the ideal base for exploring York, and enjoying a peaceful break! Rooms are equipped with flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea and coffee making facilities. Restaurant , lounge bar. Although there is no lift within the hotel, ground floor rooms are available.
HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE
4-Star * En Suite Bedrooms * TV * Hospitality Tray * Hairdryer * No Lift *
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES
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Door to Door Service
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Our own courier service
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Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom and complimentary on-board drinks
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4 night’s half board
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Outlined excursions
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The World of James Herriot Museum
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Entrance to Castle Howard
Day One: Arrival |
We travel north, arriving in York during the afternoon. |
Day Two |
Celebrate Yorkshire's most famous vet as we pay a morning visit to the World of James Herriot Museum, the fully restored site of his original 1940s home and veterinary practice in Thirsk. Then sit back and enjoy the views as we drive through the Yorkshire Dales, via Pateley Bridge to Grassington, the beautiful Dales village that was transformed into Darrowby during the making of the recent series. |
Day Three |
A day at leisure to enjoy and explore this compact walled City. The beauty of our centrally located hotel is you can simply please yourself. Will it be the Railway Museum, the Jorvik Viking Centre, The Shambles, a Cruise on the Ouse....so much choice! The list of museums is endless, plus its fabulous Minster, a wealth of independent shops, cafes and restaurants. |
Day Four |
Step back in time on a tour of the magnificent Castle Howard, stroll the idyllic estate gardens and learn how the stately home was used as a filming location for Brideshead Revisited. In the afternoon enjoy a tour of the North Yorks Moors posing for photos by landmarks like Beggar's Bridge and Rosedale Abbey; visit the pretty villages of Hutton-le-Hole and Egton; and explore the lively market town of Helmsley. |
Day Five |
Homeward bound. |
| Date | Duration | From price | Book now | Call back | Favourites |
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| 25 Apr 2027 | 5 Days | £799.00 | Book now | Request call back | ★ |
Pick-up points
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| Name | Address |
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| Henley in Arden Depot |
Park & Ride, Johnsons Depot
Liveridge House Liveridge Hill, Henley in Arden |
Home pick-ups
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