Bronte Country and Yorkshire Dales Private Day Trip from York

Otley, GB
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Highlights

  • Explore Bronte Country and the Yorkshire Dales
  • Visit the famous Bronte Parsonage Museum in Haworth
  • Experience the stunning scenery of the Yorkshire Dales National Park
  • See the impressive Bingley Five Rise Locks
  • Enjoy a private tour just for your group

What to expect

1

Blubberhouses

We head off for Bronte Country, with your Tour Guide telling you about the history and features of the area as you cross Marston Moor, pass through the traditional market town of Wetherby and see the spectacular Arthington Viaduct over the River Wharfe.

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Bingley Five Rise Locks

Our first stop is at the Bingley Five Rise Locks where you will see the highest Staircase Lock in the UK, a spectacular feat of engineering constructed in 1774 as part of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. You can explore and photograph the working locks, or just enjoy a leisurely Yorkshire Brew and soak up the local atmosphere in the nearby cafe – the choice is yours!

Duration 30 minutes
3

Haworth

We leave Bingley for the short journey to our main stop at Haworth, on the edge of the rugged Pennine Moors, where the Bronte family lived from 1820 and the sisters wrote their famous novels, for a two-hour​ stopover lunchtime. You can visit the Bronte Parsonage Museum and the Bronte Memorial Chapel in the nearby Church where their father preached, or just explore the quaint shops on the cobbled main street and have a leisurely lunch in one of the traditional cafes – the choice is yours!

Duration 120 minutes
4

Top Withens

We leave Haworth and head up Penistone Hill for a photo stop to admire the moorland views towards Top Withens, where the Bronte Sisters walked to gain inspiration​ before we head north for our afternoon in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Duration 10 minutes
5

Linton Falls

You will arrive in the picturesque, traditional Dales village of Linton, where we will stop for photographs of Linton Falls before continuing our journey through the National Park.

Duration 15 minutes
6

Bolton Abbey

The main afternoon stop is at Bolton Abbey, where entry is free and you will be able to explore the Priory Church and ruins of the 12th Century Augustinian Priory in its beautiful riverside setting, or maybe take the stepping stones challenge if you are feeling more adventurous!

Duration 45 minutes
7

Harrogate

We leave Bolton Abbey to continue our journey through the Dales back towards York, passing through Harrogate and learning a bit about the history of this famous spa town.

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Children must be accompanied by an adult
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    Minimum age is 5 years
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    Children under 5 years can be accepted on private tours, on the condition that the customer brings a suitable Child Car Seat with them
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    Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
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    Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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    Adverse weather/road conditions, particularly during the winter months, may result in the route and itinerary having to be changed on the day
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    Service animals are allowed by prior arrangement only
Provided by Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours (formally BOBH)

What our experts say

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    Enjoy lunch at a café in Haworth.
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    Bring a camera for stunning views.
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    Dress in layers, weather can change.
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    Visit the Bronte Parsonage Museum.
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    Try the stepping stones at Bolton Abbey.

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