New Year Celebrations in Scarborough & York

Escape to the seaside to celebrate the New Year in the beautiful coastal town of Scarborough! Feel all the excitement as the countdown begins in one of Yorkshire's most popular locations, famed for its stunning sea views, bustling promenade and gorgeous limestone cliffs. With included excursions to the cathedral city of York and the storied town of Whitby, this is the perfect setting to see in the New Year.What's included
IncludesReturn coach travel3 nights at a selected hotel in Scarborough (JG2 rating) with dinner & breakfast (includes Hogmanay buffet dinner & New Year's Day brunch)Welcome drink & after-dinner tea & coffeeLight entertainment every evening Excursions to York & WhitbyFree time in Scarborough

Itinerary
30th DecemberAfter joining the coach, we make our way to our hotel and check in.New Year's Eve - YorkWhat better way to enjoy the final day of the year than with an excursion to the historic city of York? Take in the famous York Minster - this palatial stunner is the largest Gothic cathedral in northern Europe and took a whopping 250 years to build - or why not explore the JORVIK Viking Centre and the National Railway Museum? The ancient city walls are well worth a look, as is the 'Shambles,' a warren of narrow lanes and overhanging buildings dating back to medieval times. After a couple of hours of exploring, be sure to treat yourself to a drink in one of the city's traditional inns or tuck into a slice of cake in a charming tearoom. Later, we enjoy our New Year celebrations at the hotel, including a Hogmanay buffet dinner.New Year's Day - WhitbyWe enjoy a leisurely morning at the hotel before we head to the glorious seafaring town of Whitby. There is simply so much to discover, from the ancient fishing harbour and the famous 199 abbey steps to the Bram Stoker connections and Captain Cook heritage, so take your pick and spend the visit exactly as you please. This evening, we indulge in the chef's buffet dinner.2nd JanuaryAfter breakfast, we check out of our hotel and enjoy some free time to explore Scarborough. We then join the coach in the afternoon for our journey home.

York
Book your next trip to York, one of Europe's most popular historic cities, renowned for its Roman, Viking and Medieval heritage with lots of attractions for visitors to enjoy. The streets are full of historic buildings, traditional shops and cafés, and a number of museums and art galleries.
The city's historic sites are impressive, contained within the city walls which date back to Roman times and are themselves an integral part of York's unique character.\n\n

Whitby
Experience a coach break to Whitby, an ancient and beautiful sea port with a history going as far back as the founding of its famous abbey in 657AD, which still dominates the East Cliff headland, with fantastic views overlooking this most popular seaside resort.
Offering something for everyone, there are many attractions that are connected to the town's fascinating past, from the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, where you can learn about the famous explorer's life, to the Dracula Experience, which guides you through the story and its connection to the town.Hotel
Selected HotelWe'll stay at one of two well-appointed hotels in Scarborough:Grand Hotel, ScarboroughJG2 ratingA Scarborough landmark, the Grand Hotel is an impressive Victorian building overlooking the harbour and South Bay. Rooms are comfortable with en-suite facilities, tea/coffee-making facilities and TV.Royal Hotel, ScarboroughJG2 ratingThe Royal Hotel is set in a grand period building, overlooking South Bay and just 500 metres from Scarborough's seafront. Hotel facilities include a bar and restaurant plus a leisure club with an indoor pool, sauna and gym (small charge applies for leisure facilities).Hotel RatingJG2 ratingHotels with a JG2 rating are a mixture of larger hotels and privately owned properties. Décor and furnishings may be simple but are clean and well maintained. All bedrooms have en-suite facilities, TV and may have tea/coffee making facilities. Food may be buffet style in some of the larger hotels. Services may be limited but efficient.