National Parks - Culture - History
Yorkshire, a region with breathtaking countryside, exciting cities, stunning coastline and amazing history around every corner. The people of Yorkshire are immensely proud of both their county and its culture and welcomes visitors from all over the world in a most friendly way.
The Beverley Arms Hotel is a 3 star property located in the centre of Beverley town, a medieval village 30 minutes from York. The Hotel boasts 56 comfortable guestrooms. Every room has been carefully decorated in a traditional style with colourful colours creating a relaxing atmosphere. The rooms are fully equipped. The restaurant serves a wide variety of traditional cuisine using only the freshest ingredients. This historic coaching inn retains its original Georgian character, offering good food and wine in comfortable surroundings.
Day 1: Welcome to England!
Arrival at Airport in the UK, the nearest being Leeds/Bradford or Manchester. You will visit the historic walled city York. Drive to your Hotel.
Day 2: The Moors and the Sea
The North York Moors National Park
Today we recommend to explore the North York Moors National Park, one of the finest landscapes in Britain. The walk from Low Mills around Farndale offers spectacular views and takes about 6,5 hours (14 miles/22,5 km).
The Cleveland Way from Helmsley to Rievaulx Abbey is the perfect short distance walk for people who are interested in history (6 miles/3 hours).
Day 3: Ready to Ramble
Yorkshire Dales and Harrogate
Take a walk though the fantastic Yorkshire Dales National Park which boasts some of the finest scenery in the north of England. The name 'Dales' comes from the Scandinavian 'Thal' and refers to valleys in the area made by boggy by rivers flowing down from the Pennine Hills. The Yorkshire Dales National Park has outstanding scenery, a range of wildlife habitats and a rich cultural heritage.
The walk from Grassington takes you through another very impressive landscape (9,6 miles/15 km - 4 hours). In the afternoon you will visit the pleasant spa town Harrogate, well-known for its award-winning gardens. A must for garden-lovers is the RHS Garden Harlow Carr of Royal Horticultural!
Day 4: Return journey
Continue your journey home by plane.