Day 1: Morning departure from North Wales and travel to Bury Station to board a heritage steam train for a round trip on the East Lancs Railway, disembarking briefly at Rawtenstall to watch the engine change ends. On our return to Bury there is time to explore the Bury Transport Museum.
We continue to Oswaldtwistle Mills, where there will be free time to browse the shops, enjoy a bite to eat, or simply relax. Afterwards we continue to our hotel for a 3-night stay. Take time to relax and make use of the hotel’s leisure facilities and spa before your evening meal.
Day 2: After breakfast, we journey to York. Enjoy some time at leisure in this historic city, a place rich with character and centuries of stories. There will be ample time to wander the medieval streets, admire the magnificent York Minster, or stroll along the ancient city walls for sweeping views. Many choose to browse the independent shops of the Shambles, visit the National Railway Museum, or simply enjoy the lively cafés and riverside walks.
Day 3: A full day excursion to Bowness-on-Windermere. A visit to Lake Windermere feels like stepping into one of England’s most serene landscapes. Surrounded by rolling fells, wooded shores, and charming lakeside villages. Visitors can wander along scenic footpaths, browse independent shops, or simply soak in the sweeping views that shift with the light.
The highlight of the day will be a leisurely cruise across the lake itself, gliding over calm waters while taking in panoramic vistas of the surrounding hills and picture‑perfect shoreline.
Day 4: We depart the hotel after breakfast and travel to the pretty town of Hebden Bridge known for its artistic flair, with artisan shops, inspiring galleries, and charming houses. Hebden Bridge was also used extensively for the ‘Happy Valley’ television series. Take the opportunity to visit some of the filming locations dotted around the town. After some time at leisure, we make the return journey to North Wales.