NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY
“Heartbeat Country”/Harry Potter, “Hogsmeade Station”
24 MAY - 11 OCTOBER
SATURDAYS, TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS
TOUR STARTS 09:45 Harrogate, 10:30 York
TOUR RETURNS Approximately 17:45 York, 18:30 Harrogate
The coach takes you to Pickering, where you join the Train to experience the nostalgia of steam as you journey into “Heartbeat Country”. Travel along the 18-mile line and marvel at the magnificent scenery and wildlife, which is found in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Journey through wooded valleys, heather clad moors and past picturesque streams.
We have planned your day so you can enjoy approximately 1 hour in Goathland “Aidensfield”, stroll in the footsteps of Vernon Scripts, David and Mike Bradley. Watch out for all those T.V. sites, before you reboard the train to continue to Grosmont where time allows for an optional visit to the Engine Sheds and Tea Rooms. Our coach will meet you in Grosmont at 16:30hrs for your return moorland drive back to York.
And for Harry Potter fans……..see “Hogsmeade Station” from the film version of “The Philosophers Stone” in Goathland.
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FARE including Single Train Journey
Adult/Senior £19.50
Children Under 12 £4.25
(Steam Engines depend on timetable,
your journey may be by diesel pulled trains)
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CASTLE HOWARD
24 MAY - 11 OCTOBER
SATURDAYS, TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS
TOUR STARTS 09:45 Harrogate, 10:30 York
TOUR RETURNS Approximately 17:45 York, 18:30 Harrogate
Visit Castle Howard, Yorkshire’s most famous stately home, the ancestral seat of the Howard family.
Be greeted by Sir John Vanburgh, or the 5th Earl as you tour their magnificent masterpiece – you may even encounter a visiting musical genius or a Victorian Housekeeper, as “People from the Past” are a daily feature at Castle Howard.
Your ticket includes a tour of the house where you will see exquisite furniture, porcelain and portraits.
Lose yourself in the tranquillity of the extensive grounds, with a lake, formal and walled gardens, and children’s area, statues and water features. Enjoy the stable courtyard with its shops, glass blowers, pottery and garden centre.
This house was the location of T.V’s “Brideshead Revisited” and “The Bucccaneers”
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FARE including Reduced Admission Price
Adult/Senior £15.00
Children Under 12 years £5.00
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YORKSHIRE MOORS & COAST - WHITBY
24 MAY - 11 OCTOBER
SATURDAYS, TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS
TOUR STARTS 09:45 Harrogate, 10:30 York
TOUR RETURNS Approximately 17:45 York, 18:30 Harrogate
We travel through the Howardian Hills and the Castle Howard Estate, to Pickering for a brief stop in this quaint Country Market Town.
Our journey continues via picturesque Thornton Dale and along the coast road to Whitby (2.5 hour stop). See the historic fishing harbour, cobbled streets, Whalebone Arch, Captain Cook’s House and perhaps climb the 199 steps to the cliff top Abbey. Time will permit for a traditional fish and chip lunch in one of Whitby’s award winning restaurants.
Our return journey travels through dramatic moorland scenery high over Saltersgate Moor, en route back via Pickering and York.
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FARE £22.00
Under 14’s FARE FREE!
(When accompanied by an adult)
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YORK SPECIAL PACKAGE
24 MAY - 11 OCTOBER
SATURDAYS, TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS
TOUR STARTS 09:45 Harrogate, 10:30 York (Tower Street)
TOUR RETURNS Approximately 18:30 Harrogate
An action packed day today, first you will enjoy a 1.5 hour guided tour of this historic city, see the famous Shambles, pass the Minster, walk some of the Walls, hear about York’s past and present from the Roman’s to Viking’s and life in the 18th Century.
Our guide will then take you to Jorvik, the Viking city, where not only will you “JUMP THE QUEUE”, but you get included discounted admission rates too!
Spend as long as you like in Jorvik before enjoying the remainder of the afternoon at leisure in York perhaps finishing the day at Betty’s for a Yorkshire afternoon tea.
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GREATLY REDUCED ADMISSION INCLUDED!
Adult/Senior Fare including Guide & Jorvik
£16.50 Children under 12 £4.00
Adult Meet in York including Guide & Jorvik
£11.50 Children under 12 £4.00
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NEWBY HALL & GARDENS
25 MAY - 9 OCTOBER
SUNDAYS, THURSDAYS
TOUR STARTS 09:45 Harrogate, 10:45 York
TOUR RETURNS Approximately 17:15 Harrogate, 18:00 York
Approximately 5 hours to explore the beautifully restored Robert Adam house, set in 25 acres of award-winning gardens, with many rare plants and one of Europe’s longest double herbaceous borders. Inside the Hall, a superb example of 18th century decoration, contents include the magnificent Gobelins Tapestries, renowned classical statuary and some of Chippendale’s finest furniture. Add to this the miniature railway and contemporary sculpture park, making Newby simply a great day out.
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FARE including House & Gardens
Adult/Senior £16.00
Children Under 12 years £3.00
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FOUNTAINS ABBEY - Yorkshire's only World Heritage Site
25 MAY - 9 OCTOBER
SUNDAYS, THURSDAYS
TOUR STARTS 09:45 Harrogate, 10:45 York
TOUR RETURNS Approximately 17:15 Harrogate, 18:00 York
Set in picturesque rural countryside you can enjoy over 3 hours exploring 800 years of history at Yorkshire’s only World Heritage site. The Abbey is one of the most complete remains of a Cistercian Abbey in Britain dating back to 1132.
Time may allow a leisurely walk to the elegant landscaped Studley Royal Water Garden including ornamental lakes, follies and temples and time to enjoy shopping in the National Trust shop or lunch in the restaurant.
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FARE including Admission
Adult/Senior £15.50
NT Members £11.50
(only if membership number is clearly marked on your ticket)
Children Under 12 years £2.00
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DELIGHTFUL DUO - NEWBY HALL & FOUNTAINS ABBEY
25 MAY - 9 OCTOBER
SUNDAYS, THURSDAYS
TOUR STARTS 09:45 Harrogate, 10:45 York
TOUR RETURNS Approximately 17:15 Harrogate, 18:00 York
Spend the day living our Yorkshire history from Robert Adams architecture to Cistercian magnificence.
See some of the best Gardens in Yorkshire, some charming rural scenery and the magnificent Fountain’s Abbey, Yorkshire’s only World Heritage site.
“A Greek Tragedy ...
Lord Grantham made a habit of inheritance – both Newby and the Fountains Estate came to him from cousins! Grantham’s Grandson fell foul of Greek bandits – he died before the ransom could be paid – his Mother and Sister commissioned the leading Victorian architect William Burgess to create two ornate churches as a memorial.
Visit the churches along with two renowned gardens reflecting different periods of garden history. Enjoy a spot of contemplation in the ornamental water garden at Studeley Royal and gain inspiration from Newby’s colourful gardens full of rare and interesting plants.”
Approximately 1.5 hours at Newby and 2.5 hours at Fountains. Both attractions have excellent catering facilities and shops.
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SENSATIONAL DUO PRICE!
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FARE including Newby & Fountains
Adult/Senior £20.00
NT Members £16.00
(only if membership number is clearly marked on your ticket)
Children Under 12 years £5.00
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RIPON - The Cathedral city of the Dales
25 MAY - 9 OCTOBER
SUNDAYS, THURSDAYS
TOUR STARTS 09:45 Harrogate, 10:45 York
TOUR RETURNS Approximately 17:15 Harrogate, 18:00 York
Founded over 1300 years ago – you have 4 hours to re-discover its history, magnificent cathedral and vibrant Market (Thursdays).
See the imposing 300 year old obelisk, medieval streets, Georgian Market Place, Town Hall and Wakeman’s House.
Enjoy shopping and the recently restored canal basin, along with many cafes, hotels and bars. Some Sundays Ripon hosts Craft Fairs and Farmer’s Markets however limited shopping on Sundays.
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FARE
Adult/Senior £7.50
(from York)
Adult/Senior £7.50
(from Harrogate)
Children Under 14 FREE!
(When accompanied by an adult)
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FLORAL HARROGATE
25 MAY - 9 OCTOBER
SUNDAYS, THURSDAYS
TOUR STARTS 09:45 York
TOUR RETURNS Approximately 18:00 York
A charming spa town renowned for its picturesque floral gardens, shops and exclusive boutiques, historic coffee houses and nearby famous Pump Room, Valley Gardens and RHS Harlow Carr Gardens.
Enjoy approximately 6 hours in this floral town. (Several shops closed Sundays)
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FARE only
Adult/Senior £6.00
Children Under 14 FREE!
(When accompanied by an adult)
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HISTORIC YORK - Shop & Go as you please
24 MAY - 11 OCTOBER
SATURDAYS, TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS
TOUR STARTS 09:45 Harrogate
TOUR RETURNS Approximately 18:30 Harrogate
Enjoy a full day in York where you will get 7 hours to explore this delightful city as you please.
Why not visit the Minster, Jorvik Viking Centre, National Railway Musuem, take an Open-Top bus tour, river cruise or simply enjoy the array of shops, cafes and boutiques.
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FARE only
Adult/Senior £6.00
Children Under 14 FREE!
(When accompanied by an adult)
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