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There’s never been a better time to sell a trip to see the county’s charming towns and unspoilt landscapes, says Rebecca Barnes
hen ex-footballer Paul Merson bared his soul on a journey through North
Yorkshire for the TV show A Walk Through
My Life, which aired on BBC Two earlier this summer, it shone a light on the county’s beauty all over again. Now more than ever, there’s plenty to appreciate in
this diverse part of Britain: Bradford has been named the UK City of Culture 2025, while a £30.2 million four-year project is under way to transform Hull into a world-class ‘maritime city’ destination. And it remains a popular choice for holidaymakers. “The huge surge in popularity of UK holidays shows no sign of slowing, with Yorkshire no exception. It’s a great destination to suggest to clients nervous about travelling abroad,” says Ashley Dellow, head of retail sales for Leger Shearings Group. So, with Yorkshire Day coming up on August 1, we take the opportunity to uncover the county’s key selling points and pick some of the most inspiring, affordable packages out there.
HISTORY AND CULTURE In Yorkshire, history is almost everywhere you look, from battlefield sites to miles of distinctive drystone walls that represent an ancient craft. Its castles, stately homes,
abbeys and museums are all waiting to be explored. Tell me more: Yorkshire’s largest historic home, Castle Howard, near York, has provided a backdrop
for TV shows such as Brideshead Revisited and Bridgerton. Visitors can see the stately home’s ornate interiors and explore 1,000 acres of parkland – from secluded wooded spots to manicured lawns,
hedges and fountains. Book it: Four nights on Shearings’ Castle Howard and the Yorkshire Coast tour costs from £439 per person, including accommodation, breakfast and evening meals. The tour also explores Whitby from the hotel base in coastal Scarborough.
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THE BEST OF NATURE As Merson will testify, Yorkshire is perfect for hikes through rugged scenery. For lovers of the great outdoors, nature spots and incredible landscapes are everywhere, with
rolling hills and wide valleys waiting to be discovered. Tell me more: One of the county’s most scenic spots is Wensleydale, in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. This picturesque valley and its impressive waterfalls are
perfect for exploring on foot. Book it: Inntravel’s Heart of the Yorkshire Dales self-guided walking holiday explores Wensleydale – staying in guesthouses and country hotels, with luggage taken by road. The route wends along riverbanks and bridleways, meadows and moors, plus several waterfalls including Hawes – at 255 metres above sea level. Six nights cost from £835 per person, based on two ²
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