Scarborough & Festive Castle Howard 5 Day- Cumber
Scarborough is arguably the oldest seaside resort in Britain - a Dr Wittie of Scarborough was advocating sea bathing as long ago as 1660, more than a century before it became popular in Regency Brighton! But Scarborough is much older even than this - a cursory glance at the headland which divides Scarborough's two bays reveals the impressive medieval castle. The name Scarborough is a Viking one and the castle grounds conceal the remains of a Roman signal station. The busy harbour is haven to a welter of fishing vessels and there are the usual seaside pursuits a-plenty on the adjacent South Bay promenade which leads to the Spa. The steep hill sides are beautifully landscaped and there are many attractive parks and gardens. The resort is noted for its theatres and there is an art gallery and several small museums.
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Outward Travel - Festive Specials
Travel to your chosen Leisureplex Hotel and enjoy a festive-packed break!/nYour Festive Special Break includes: Bucks Fizz on arrival, traditional Christmas day lunch and a visit from Santa and evening entertainment with games and prizes./nOn the final night of your stay there will be an optional fancy dress party./n
Day 2 - Excursion to Festive Castle Howard
Visit stunning Castle Howard, Yorkshire’s finest historic house. Nestled into the Howardian Hills, this magnificent stately home is adorned with beautiful decorations, candles, wreaths and glorious Christmas trees and is a wonderful time to visit. /n
Day 3 - Alias Christmas Day
Day 4 - Excursion to Whitby
Enjoy a trip along the beautiful Yorkshire Coast to reach wonderful Whitby. Set aside the Esk Estuary and where the North York Moors meet the sea, Whitby oozes charm and character. Step back in time in the Old Town, perhaps climb the 199 steps to the abbey or why not enjoy some of the best fish and chips in the world at the Magpie Café?/n
Day 5 - Return Travel
Cumberland Hotel
Situated on south Cliff and boasting a fantastic view over the resort from
the restaurant and many of the bedrooms. Just a few minutes walk from
Scarborough’s Spa complex, beach and resort centre. In the resort you
will find lots do; from relaxing coastal boat rides, exploring the beautiful
surroundings in Peasholm Park, or a visit to Scarborough’s open air theatre
or Rotunda museum. The hotel features a large modern restaurant, a cosy
quiet lounge and a large entertainment room with dancefloor, where
entertainment can be found most evenings. Our en-suite bedrooms come
with comfy beds for a great nights sleep, tea and coffee making facilities,
flat screen TV with Freeview and radio and hairdryer. Lift serving all floors.