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Renowned as England’s second Ecclesiastical city, York remains a city of contrasts and exciting discoveries. York is a place where the old encompasses the new and the commonplace meets with the unexpected. York Minster remains the city’s icon and is the largest medieval Gothic cathedral north of the Alps. Explore history beneath your feet in this fascinating city.
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Newington Hotel
Tel: 01904 625 173
147 Mount Vale, York |
Situated on the Royal Approach and right next to York Racecourse, the Newington Hotel is York Tourist Board graded, family-run hotel, which is a perfect base for your visit to historic York. All rooms are en-suite with hairdryer, colour TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Lift. Indoor pool and Sauna.
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| Monday 27 February |
5 Days |
£150 |
| Monday 16 April |
5 Days |
£240 |
| Monday 23 July |
5 Days |
£290 |
| Monday 10 September |
5 Days |
£280 |
| Monday 15 October |
5 Days |
£280 |
| Friday 23 November |
4 Days |
£210 (St Nicholas Fayre) |
Single Supplement £48 (5 Days) £36 (4 Days)
Insurance £16.50 (5 Days) £13.50 (4 Days)
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What’s Included:
3/4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast. Guided tour of York.
Entrance to Castle Howard.
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| ITINERARY |
| Day 1 |
Travel to York via M74, M6 and A66 stopping in the
picturesque town of Appleby before continuing across the
Pennines and into York. |
| Day 2 |
Today we start with a guided tour of York with a local guide,
in the afternoon, we will visit Castle Howard* Enjoy the
dramatic interiors of the house containing world-famous
collections, and listen to friendly guides as they share
their detailed knowledge. In the grounds be swept away
by the scale and beauty of Castle Howard’s monumental
landscape, which offers spectacular views at every turn. |
| Day 3 |
Full day excursion touring “Heartbeat” country, taking in the
Yorkshire Moors, visiting Pickering and Whitby. |
| Day 4 |
At leisure in York, time to visit some of the multitude of
attractions available or shop in the Stonegate, Goodramgate
or Petergate, all have shops full of interesting antiques, art
craft and fashion. |
| Day 5 |
Return home to arrive early evening. |
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* Castle Howard not available in February |
St Nicholas Fayre
St Nicholas Fayre is one of the most popular Christmas Markets in the UK, with thousands of visitors over the four day event. The Fayre offers a range of markets specialising in gifts, crafts and the very best in local farm produce. The city comes alive with bustling stalls, carol singers and buskers and just at the right time to get you in the Festive Spirit.
| ITINERARY |
| Day 1 |
We travel to York via Gretna Outlet Village to arrive in York
late afternoon. |
| Day 2 |
Christmas at Castle Howard is a must for visitors of all
ages. With rooms lit by roaring fires and candlelight, this
is a magical time to explore one of England’s finest historic
houses. See the dramatic 18th-century interiors transformed
with giant Christmas trees, traditional decorations and eyecatching
displays chosen by the Howard family; enjoy a
free programme of live music and see the Hon. Mrs Simon
Howard’s sparkling collection of eveningwear |
| Day 3 |
Today we will travel the short distance to York where you will
be free to enjoy the attractions of the Fayre. |
| Day 4 |
Depart after breakfast to visit the Newcastle Metro Centre,
arriving home late evening. |
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