Dales, Rails & Ales!

Experience a true taste of the Dales on this fun and relaxed break, with visits to Richmond, Helmsley, Yarm, and Whitby, and a choice of two excellent 4-star hotels. Experience two nostalgic Yorkshire railways, a Curd Tart in 'little Switzerland', and a tipple at the friendly Black Sheep Brewery.

Holiday Inclusions
- Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
- Door-to-Door Service
- Coach Travel throughout
- Excursions as listed
- PorterageBlack Sheep Brewery
On the outward or return journey we will stop at Black Sheep Brewery for a tour and tasting session, giving you a full insight into how their beers are made and the unique processes used to create the perfect pint.

Yarm, Sun Inn & Helm
After breakfast, we journey the short distance to the picturesque market town of Yarm, where you have some time free to explore. You could enjoy some retail therapy browsing the shops in the high street, take a stroll along the banks of River Tees, or simply watch the world go by. Later we drive through Bilsdale, known as 'little Switzerland', to the Sun Inn, which has had the same landlord for 200 years! We call in to enjoy a real treat - Yorkshire Curd Tart. Leaving here, we pass Rievaulx Abbey and drop into Helmsley with its 12th-century castle. After enjoying some free time, we travel back to the hotel via a scenic journey over Sutton Bank, giving you fantastic views of the moors and the Vale of York.

Richmond
Richmond, Wensleydale Railway & Kilburn - We begin this excursion with a drive to historic Richmond, situated high above the River Swale. Richmond offers a beautiful Castle, the Green Howards Museum and the Richmondshire Museum, which houses the film set from 'All Creatures Great & Small.' Next, we head for the Wensleydale Railway for a nostalgic trip through the rural landscapes from Leyburn to Leeming Bar. Our day ends with a short stop in the village of Kilburn. Home of 'Mousey Thompson,' a famous wood worker renowned for its little mouse carvings and hand-carved oak furniture that adorns houses throughout the land.

NYMR & Whitby
Sit back and take in the rugged scenery as we board the North Yorkshire Moors Railway for a journey from Pickering to Whitby. Made famous as the inspiration of Bram Stoker's 'Dracula', beautiful Whitby is often been crowned the UK's top holiday destination, and it's easy to see why. Browse the quaint shops and winding streets, ascend the 199 steps to the Abbey, take a walk along the working harbour, or relax in one of the award-winning eateries, offering the best fish & chips in North Yorkshire!Blackwell Grange Hotel, County Durham (May)
This 4-star hotel is a stunning 17th-century Georgian Country Mansion, with modern extension. The property enjoys an enviable setting in the beautiful County Durham countryside, on the outskirts of Darlington between the North Yorkshire Moors and the Pennines. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, bar, fitness centre with gym, swimming pool, sauna & spa. All bedrooms are en-suite and feature a safe, iron, hairdryer, flatscreen TV and tea & coffee making facilities. This hotel has a lift.

Crowne Plaza Hotel, Harrogate (October)
This 4-star hotel is a stunning 17th-century Georgian Country Mansion, with modern extension. The property enjoys an enviable setting in the beautiful County Durham countryside, on the outskirts of Darlington between the North Yorkshire Moors and the Pennines. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, bar, fitness centre with gym, swimming pool, sauna & spa. All bedrooms are en-suite and feature a safe, iron, hairdryer, flatscreen TV and tea & coffee making facilities. This hotel has a lift.

Hotels
• Blackwell Grange Hotel (Darlington) - View Information