Yorkshire By Steam Railways Dales & Bronte Country

YORKSHIRE BY STEAM – RAILWAYS, DALES & BRONTE COUNTRY

 

5 – 9 July 2027

Monday - Friday

5 Days

From £599

 

Step aboard for a wonderful journey through the heart of Yorkshire, where spectacular steam railways, breathtaking countryside and charming market towns combine to create an unforgettable holiday. Experience three of Britain's most celebrated heritage railways, including the world-famous Settle & Carlisle Railway, explore the literary village of Haworth, home of the Brontë sisters, and discover the timeless beauty of the Yorkshire Dales. From the tranquil ruins of Bolton Abbey and the picturesque streets of Skipton to the welcoming market towns of Hawes and Holmfirth, this relaxing holiday is packed with stunning scenery, rich heritage and memorable railway journeys.

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

 

· Experience a nostalgic journey aboard the famous Worth Valley Railway through the heart of Brontë Country

· Explore the charming village of Haworth, home of the world-famous Brontë sisters

· Visit the magnificent ruins of Bolton Abbey, set in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales

· Journey aboard the world-renowned Settle & Carlisle Railway, one of Britain's most scenic railways

· Enjoy a leisurely journey aboard the heritage Wensleydale Railway

· Explore the bustling market town of Skipton, known as the 'Gateway to the Dales'

· Visit the delightful market town of Hawes, nestled in the heart of Wensleydale

· Discover the picturesque town of Holmfirth, famous as the setting for Last of the Summer Wine.

 

DAY ONE – Arrival

We depart from your home and travel north to Yorkshire making a stop at Bent’s Garden Centre en route, before arriving late afternoon with time to relax before dinner this evening.

 

DAY TWO – Settle & Carlisle Railway, Hawes, and Wensleydale Railway

This morning, we begin with a drive to the pleasant North Yorkshire market town of Settle. Here we enjoy a ride on the Settle and Carlisle Railway, considered to be one of England’s most scenic rail journeys. We join the diesel train for the journey, passing through spectacular scenery, crossing the famous Ribblehead Viaduct to Kirby Stephen. We rejoin the coach for the short journey into Hawes, the main town of Wensleydale. After a break and a chance to obtain lunch, we continue along Wensleydale past Aysgarth to join the Wensleydale Railway. This unique and exciting project to restore train services along the whole of Wensleydale, re-instated one of the east-west rail links of the past. Upon rejoining the coach, we return to the hotel.

 

DAY THREE – Skipton, Haworth, and Worth Valley Railway

Today we head off along the Aire Valley to Skipton – ‘Gateway to the Dales’. The main street houses the well-known market, and Skipton Castle stands proudly at the top of the street. Take a stroll around the town and explore some of the interesting little alleyways and shops. From Skipton we make our way to Haworth, home of the famous Bronte sisters and their notorious brother. Little has changed in the village since they lived at the Parsonage. Later we enjoy a steam train ride along the delightful Worth Valley, following the locations used in the film ‘The Railway Children’ and afterwards we return to the hotel in time for a drink before dinner.

 

DAY FOUR – Bolton Abbey and Grassington

Our journey today begins with a visit to Bolton Abbey. The Abbey and ruined Priory are set in a beautiful and tranquil location alongside the river Wharfe, surrounded by moorland, woodland, and riverside - a truly inspirational setting for many. We have time for a stroll through this beautiful landscape, part of the Duke of Devonshire’s estate.

Continuing through beautiful Dales scenery we visit the Dales village of Grassington - its cobbled street, diminutive marketplace and its many quaint byways and alleyways make it a place in which to linger. Later we return to the hotel for our last night.

 

DAY FIVE – Holmfirth and Departure

After breakfast we leave our hotel and firstly travel to Holmfirth, where we have some time to explore before we continue our journey home.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Worth Valley Railway

Bronte’s Haworth

Bolton Abbey & Wharfdale

Settle and Carlisle Railway (diesel train)

Wensleydale Railway.

 

CEDAR COURT HOTEL Huddersfield

The Cedar Court Huddersfield Hotel is located high in the Pennines between Huddersfield and Halifax in West Yorkshire. It is an ideal centre for our break and hotel facilities include a fitness centre. All bedrooms are beautifully appointed, and all are en suite with all the modern facilities and comforts you would expect. The hotel has a lift.

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Worth Valley Railway

Bronte’s Haworth

Bolton Abbey & Wharfdale

Settle and Carlisle Railway (diesel train)

Wensleydale Railway.

 

CEDAR COURT HOTEL Huddersfield

The Cedar Court Huddersfield Hotel is located high in the Pennines between Huddersfield and Halifax in West Yorkshire. It is an ideal centre for our break and hotel facilities include a fitness centre. All bedrooms are beautifully appointed, and all are en suite with all the modern facilities and comforts you would expect. The hotel has a lift.

 

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

TV, tea making facilities, hairdryer, gym, Lift, Wi-Fi.

 

DAYS	TOUR DATE	DEPARTS	TERMS	SUPPLEMENT
5	5 – 9 JUL 2027	MONDAY	£599	£120 SINGLE
JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE			£38

 

 

 

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