| England: The Lakes, York - the Moors & Dales; Chester September 21 to October 3 2008 |
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Discover the North of England - oft neglected but full of interest and beauty. Explore the great heritage cities of York and Chester. Escape to the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Relive the drama of Fountain's Abbey World Heritage Site.
The Lake District, natural beauty with breathtaking mountains and 16 sparkling lakes, inspired the works of many writers and poets, including William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. See the famous fells mirrored in the calm glassy waters, and hear the sound of the waves gently lapping the shore. York's 2000 years of vibrant history give us the magnificent Minster, the world's best railway museum and the Castle Museum with its perfectly recreated Victorian and Edwardian street-scenes. Let 21st century technology transport you back to Viking York at JORVIK. Or just window-shop in the old city. The Yorkshire Moors - stunning purple heather moorland, historic abbeys, embattled castles, churches, crosses and ancient trackways. "Everywhere peace, everywhere serenity, and a marvellous freedom from the tumult of the world." The Yorkshire Dales where miles of dry stonewalls usher in country lanes twisting through rugged high fells, ancient broadleaf woodland and sleepy meadows dotted with tiny villages, local markets and old inns. Chester's complete circuit of walls, sections of which date back to Roman times, surround its Norman Cathedral. The famous Rows, unique two-tiered galleries built in the traditional black and white 'magpie' style, contain a wide range of shops selling goods from antiques to high fashion. Our small escorted group will travel through fascinating and beautiful areas of the North of England by deluxe coach staying at first class hotels - at a pace that allows time to stop and stare. If you'd like to join us don't delay, space is limited. For more detail read on.... |
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