Scarborough, Heartbeat Country & York River Cruise

Step into Heartbeat country on this delightful seven-day holiday! Many of its iconic scenes were filmed locally in Yorkshire, including the picturesque and recognisable village of Goathland, the fictional Aidensfield in the beloved series. We discover plenty more highlights of the region too, including storied Whitby, quaint Hornsea, atmospheric York and more, all from our base in the ever-popular seaside resort of Scarborough, with its award-winning beaches and traditional attractions galore.What's Included?
Includes- Return coach travel- 6 nights at the Grand Hotel, Scarborough (JG2 rating) with dinner & breakfast- Entertainment every evening- Excursions to Goathland (Heartbeat), Whitby, Beverley, Hornsea & York- Cruise on the River OuseOptional excursion to Bridlington & Filey (£15pp)

Itinerary
Included ExcursionsGoathland (Heartbeat) & Whitby (full day)Our first visit takes us to the pretty village of Goathland, hidden away in the stunning North York Moors National Park. The village has attracted visitors since the 19th century, but Goathland's popularity has soared since its appearance as Aidensfield in the hit TV series Heartbeat and its role in the Harry Potter films. Next up is the charming coastal town of Whitby, famed for its connection to Bram Stoker's Dracula and for its striking jet jewellery. Wander around the busy harbour before tackling the climb up to the atmospheric ruined abbey perched on the cliffs. Whitby was also once the home of the famous explorer Captain Cook, who lived here as an apprentice.Beverley & Hornsea (full day)We head to the lovely market town of Beverley, one of Yorkshire's best-kept secrets, boasting quaint courtyards, cobbled streets and historic buildings. The lovely 13th-century Minster is well worth a visit, renowned for its medieval stone carvings and pretty stained glass, and there is also a range of lovely boutiques, cafés and pubs. For the perfect mix of town and coast, we then make our way to the charming seaside town of Hornsea. Browse the shops for some famous Hornsea pottery, enjoy a stroll on the Blue Flag beach or admire the largest freshwater lake in Yorkshire here, home to a whole host of bird species.York & River Ouse Cruise (full day)The historic city of York awaits. Highlights include the beautiful York Minster, the JORVIK Viking Centre and the National Railway Museum, or you may like to wander around the ancient walls which surround the city before heading to the charming 'Shambles', a warren of narrow lanes and overhanging buildings dating back to medieval times. To admire the city from a different perspective, we then sit back, relax and take a leisurely cruise along the River Ouse.Optional ExcursionBridlington & Filey (£15pp) (full day)We start our day of seaside fun with a visit to the delightful resort of Bridlington. There is plenty to see and do here with its sandy beaches, wonderful promenade and picturesque, bustling harbour as well as the Old Town, full of quaint shops and cafés. Next stop is the quaint resort of Filey, full of olde-worlde charm and boasting a five-mile stretch of sandy beach as well as some of the most spectacular sea views on the Yorkshire coast.

Scarborough
Scarborough coach trips are one of the best ways to enjoy one of Yorkshire's premier seaside resorts, with its colourful seafront, bustling promenade, sandy beaches and beautiful gardens. This is a fantastic destination for a coach break, at any time of the year.\n\nScarborough offers a fantastic range of attractions and activities for all ages on a coach holiday. Explore Scarborough Castle, a 12th-century Roman ruin, dominating the resort headland. Discover the secrets of the underwater world at the Sea Life Centre, relax at the beautifully oriental-themed Peasholm offering a beautiful system of streams and waterfalls, mini bridges and mystical gardens park, or take a trip on one of the county's oldest miniature seaside railways.\n\nThe Scarborough seafront is split into two lovely beach bays, on the north and south, linked with Scarborough's historic Victorian architecture. The South Bay is a great place to check out on a coach tour with its bustling seaside entertainment, whilst the quieter North Bay is ideal for taking a relaxing stroll.


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
Grand Hotel, ScarboroughJG2 ratingA Scarborough landmark, the Grand Hotel is an impressive Victorian building overlooking the harbour and South Bay. En-suite rooms are simple and comfortable with tea and coffee-making facilities and TV. Meals are buffet style.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.