Description
Enjoy a splendid three day festive break to enjoy Knaresborough, a visit the beautiful Chatsworth Estate to experience its annual Christmas Market and explore the house dressed in all its festive decorations and the wonderful York Christmas Fayre.
Itinerary
What's Included?
- Coach travel with reserved seating throughout- Two night dinner, bed & breakfast at The Britannia Hotel - Bramhope- '2 for 1' barBar Package - each evening with a choice of beers, wines, house spirits & soft drinks- Visit to Knaresboroug on your outward journey- Entrance to Chatsworth House for its annual Christmas Market- Visit historic York, with opportunity to enjoy the famous Christmas Fayre in this beautiful cityKnaresborough - a charming historic market town in North Yorkshire, England. Explore its picturesque riverside, the stunning Knaresborough Castle, and the unique Mother Shipton's Cave. Stroll through quaint streets, discover cozy cafes, and enjoy breathtaking views from the viaduct.Chatsworth House Christmas market - With more than 100 stalls offering a wide range of Christmas gifts and decorations, this is one spectacular setting for a Christmas market - and the place to stock up on stocking fillers, drink mulled wine or treat yourself to some festive food.\n\nChatsworth House - One of Derbyshire's finest country houses featuring over 25 elegant rooms and set within a beautiful estate. Explore, eat, drink and shop at the striking stately home, which has been passed down through 16 generations of the Devonshire family.\n\nYork'sannual Christmas Market is spread out over a few of the city's historic streets, offering a wide range of stocking fillers, unique gifts and fairground attractions that are sure to delight the whole family. You'll also be able to sample some of the best food Yorkshire has to offer in St. Sampson's Square, as well as a range of international flavours
Chatsworth House
Experience the grandeur of Chatsworth House with Caledonain Travel.
Contained within 1000 acres of parkland and featuring 105 acres of immaculate gardens, the 17th century house is the ancestral home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire which has been passed down 16 generations of the Cavendish family.
Stroll through 30 rooms and marvel at works of art spanning over 4000 years, including magnificent ornate ceilings, Roman and Egyptian sculptures, plus paintings from artists including Rembrandt.
York
York, a beautiful and enchanting walled city in the heart of North Yorkshire.
Described as a lively festival city with Roman roots and a Viking past, York offers a fantastic range of attractions for you to explore.Wander around the Shambles, quaint cobbled lanes which are home to independent stores, quirky gift shops and cosy tea rooms. With buildings from the 14th century, it's one of the most intact medieval areas in England, visited by many visitors every year.
Visit York Minster, one of the world's most magnificent Gothic cathedral and the largest cathedral in Northern Europe. This exquisite building contains an impressive collection of medieval stained glass, with the earliest dating back to the 12th century.
Explore the fascinating museums, such as the National Railway Museum, York Castle Museum and Jorvik Viking Centre. There are also inspiring art galleries, including York Art Gallery with artist collections that span over 600 years.