Overview
This Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the stunning landscape of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, visiting Bolton Castle, Askrigg (filming location for Darrowby in the James Herriot All Creatures Great and Small TV series), Kettlewell (main filming location for the Calendar Girls movie), The Oldest Sweetshop in the World at Pateley Bridge and the traditional Dales Market Town of Hawes, where you will have the opportunity to sample the cheeses at the award-winning Wensleydale Creamery, the home of Yorkshire Wensleydale Cheese.
Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group mini coach tour, limited to 16 people.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Comfortable 16-Seat Mini-coaches with Air-con & WIFI
Driver/guide provides live commentary
Relaxed and friendly small-group tour
Regular photo/refreshment/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
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We meet opposite the Dean Court Hotel in Duncombe Place, York (near York Minster)
All trips depart at 9.00am prompt so please don’t be late as we are unable to wait for latecomers due to parking restrictions at the pick-up point!
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• All tours depart promptly at 9.00am and and latecomers will not be accommodated or refunded
• For FAQs go to: https://bobholidays.com/faqs/
What to expect
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Bolton Castle
45 min
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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5 min
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
1 hour 30 min
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
1 hour 30 min
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
45 min
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
45 min
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
20 min
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Service animals are allowed by prior arrangement only
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Yorkshire Dales Day Trip from York
Can I cancel Yorkshire Dales Day Trip from York for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 hours 15 min.
Where does it start?
We meet opposite the Dean Court Hotel in Duncombe Place, York (near York Minster) All trips depart at 9.00am prompt so please don’t be late as we are unable to…
What's included?
- Comfortable 16-Seat Mini-coaches with Air-con & WIFI
- Driver/guide provides live commentary
- Relaxed and friendly small-group tour
- Regular photo/refreshment/toilet stops
- Pick up and drop off at centrally located meeting point near York Minster
What's not included?
- Entrance fees to attractions (all optional)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Bolton Castle, Wensleydale Creamery, Yorkshire Dales National Park, Kettlewell, Grassington, Oldest Sweet Shop In England.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours (formally BOBH)
