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Bolton Castle - We arrive at Wensleydale’s most famous landmark, the 14th century Bolton Castle which once housed Mary Queen of Scots, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy and photograph the magnificent views over Wensleydale, learn a bit about the history of the area from your Guide, or just have a leisurely Yorkshire Brew in the medieval castle’s Tea Room – the choice is yours!
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Askrigg - We then take the scenic route towards Hawes, passing through Askrigg, the fictional village of Darrowby in the James Herriot All Creatures Great and Small TV series.
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Wensleydale Creamery - We spend one and a half hours in Hawes, the highest Market Town in England, where you can maybe grab some lunch and sample the complimentary handcrafted cheeses at the world-famous Wensleydale Creamery Visitor Centre, visit The Dales Countryside Museum, or just explore the quaint shops and cafes of the town itself – the choice is yours!
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Yorkshire Dales National Park - We leave Hawes and travel into the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park for some photo stops as we pass through the picturesque Dales villages along the meandering route of the River Wharfe.
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Kettlewell - We arrive in the traditional Dales village of Kettlewell, made internationally famous in 2003 as the main filming location for the Calendar Girls movie. You can explore the village and learn more about the true story behind the movie, or just enjoy a beer or coffee with the locals in one of the pubs and cafes – whatever you prefer!
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Grassington - We continue our journey through the beautiful countryside of the National Park, passing Kilnsey Crag and the village of Grassington as we head through the rolling hills of Nidderdale, an area of outstanding natural beauty.
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Oldest Sweet Shop In England - Finally, there will be a short stop in the charming little town of Pateley Bridge, category winner in the Great British High Street Competition in 2016, where you have the option to visit “The Oldest Sweet Shop in the World” (2014 Guinness Book of Records). We leave Pateley Bridge and head back to York.
- Comfortable 16-Seat Mini-coaches with Air-con & WIFI
- Driver/guide provides live commentary
- Relaxed and friendly small-group tour
- Regular photo/refresher/toilet stops
- Pick up and drop off at centrally located meeting point near York Minster
- Entrance fees to attractions (all optional)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Take a day trip from York to experience the breathtaking scenery of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Visit historical sites like Bolton Castle, charming villages such as Askrigg (known from the James Herriot TV series ‘All Creatures Great and Small’), and Kettlewell (the primary filming location for the Calendar Girls film). Indulge your sweet tooth at the world’s oldest sweet shop in Pateley Bridge and immerse yourself in the local culture in the traditional Dales Market Town of Hawes. Here, a tasting session awaits you at the Wensleydale Creamery, reputable for its award-winning Yorkshire Wensleydale Cheese. This guided tour in a mini coach is designed for small groups up to 16 people ensuring personal attention.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 5 years
- Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Adverse weather/road conditions, particularly during the winter months, may result in the route and itinerary having to be changed on the day
- Service animals are allowed by prior arrangement only
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
