60s Weekend
Friday 24th September - Monday 27th September 2010
| Duration |
3 Nights / 4 Days |
| Tour Area |
Yorkshire Dales, Wolds and North York Moors |
| Status |
Guided Tour (G) |
| Accommodation |
4 Star Hotel with swimming pool and leisure
facilities |
| Mileage |
150 - 200 miles per day |
| Approx Tour Mileage |
400 miles |
| Roads |
Combination of A, B and Unfenced Roads |
| Skills |
Suitable for intermediate rider, perhaps first-time
tourer & non-riding partners |
A long weekend in the Dales and Moors of Yorkshire - with a 60's theme
We did this tour a couple of years ago and it proved so popular, we have
been asked to run it again.
The tour is based at the historic Nidd Hall Hotel - 10 minutes from Harrogate,
in the Yorkshire Dales. This traditional hotel is a Grade II listed
country house set in some 45 acres of landscaped gardens. The hotel
caters for adults only and has a wide range of facilities, making it ideal
for pillions wanting a day off, or perhaps non-riding partners who prefer
to arrive by car.
Over the extended weekend, we will be visiting some of our favourite
places, with routes taking us through the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors
and Wolds. If you have not been here before, we feel sure you will
enjoy it.
The Dales, of which there are many, all have their own identity. Most
are named after the rivers that run through them, the best known exception
being Wensleydale, which is named after the village of Wensley rather than
the river Ure. However, you will probably know it better for the cheese
made there, it being the teatime favourite of "Wallace and Gromit".
More importantly for us, the Dales provide a network of roads, with
everything from scenic single track lanes, to fast sweeping bends - perfect
for a day's ride-out.
In contrast, the North York Moors National Park offers fast, open moorland
roads with scenic views stretching from the Howardian Hills to the North
Sea Coast. There is the opportunity to visit the quaint market town
of Helmsley, a popular bikers' meeting place, before moving-on to the lovely
little fishing port of Whitby, famous for its connections with Captain
Cook and the inspiration behind Bram Stokers 'Dracula'.
This part of the world has become better known more recently due to the
popularity of the ‘Heartbeat’ and ‘Royal’ television
programmes, and, during the tour, you will see many of the locations featured
on TV, including the fictional village of ‘Aidensfield’ whose
railway station you may also recognise as Hogsmead station from the ‘Harry
Potter’ film.
Although this is primarily a motorcycle touring weekend, we do understand
that many of our customers have non-riding partners, so the extensive leisure
facilities at Nidd Hall mean that this weekend will provide them with an
alternative to riding, should they prefer.
Within the hotel, there are a large heated swimming pool, spa pool, steam
room, sauna and gym facilities. At a small extra cost, you can also
indulge yourself with a range of beauty treatments including massages and
facials. Outside, there are numerous activities, ranging from cycling to
archery, and the hotel’s extensive grounds are also ideal for anyone
looking to just take a stroll and admire the views .
There are many other places to visit nearby, such as the famous Fountains
Abbey, the lovely riverside town of Knaresborough, or, just 4 miles away,
the elegant Spa town of Harrogate.
In the evening, you will be able to get away from the endless chatter
about motorcycles (we do go on a bit) and enjoy live entertainment, as
the weekend theme is the 60s. Music is provided not only by the hotel’s
resident band but also the 'Fortunes'
Tour Format
Day 1: Friday 24th September Today, you will make your own
way to the hotel, which is just north of the lovely spa town of Harrogate. Your
room will be available from 1230 hrs, so if you do arrive early, you can
take advantage of the hotel’s extensive leisure facilities.
Day 2: Saturday 25th September The first day’s
tour departs at 0915 hrs and is fully-guided, with no map-reading required.
Led by an experienced Guide, you can relax and enjoy the views, knowing
that you will be seeing the best scenery, visiting the right places and
enjoying some great biking roads. Many people are apprehensive about riding
in a group, but we use a simple ‘drop off’ marker system, which
allows you to travel at your own pace. All our Guided Tours are very
relaxed - we do ride all day, but take a leisurely lunch break and make
several stops for refreshments, photo opportunities or just to stretch
your legs. We will return to the hotel around 1630 hrs.
Day 3: Sunday 26th September Today will be similar
to yesterday’s format, providing further opportunity to admire the
beautiful scenery and ride some great roads. During your stay, you are,
of course, welcome to take a day off or explore on your own - your guide
will be able to advise you on things to see and do in the area.
Day 4: Monday 27th September After breakfast,
we bid our farewells and return home.
VALUE
TOUR - This tour is especially good value, as all evening meals are
included - leaving you only to budget for lunch, petrol and drinks
Accommodation
Nidd Hall is a Grade II listed Hall in the grandest baronial
style in North Yorkshire. The extensive Victorian and Edwardian gardens
provide the perfect surroundings for this atmospheric building. Your
package includes full use of the hotel's facilities, dinner, bed & breakfast,
and evening entertainment.
The facilities include a heated indoor swimming pool with
spa pool, sauna and steam room and a fitness studio. Snooker, darts and
billiards are just a few of the indoor activities available. If you
prefer the outdoors, you can choose from bowls, tennis, croquet or archery,
or simply stroll around the magnificent gardens, or take a boat out on
the lake. After dinner, enjoy the excellent entertainment provided by the
guest musicians and hotel’s resident band in the specially-built
cabaret venue.
| Tour prices are inclusive of the following |
| * 3 Nights' en-suite accommodation |
| * 3 Buffet-style evening meals (vegetarian option
available) |
| * 3 Full English Breakfasts |
| * Full use of the hotel's leisure facilities |
| * Live evening entertainment |
| * Guided Tour Saturday and Sunday |
| * Services of experienced Tour Guide |
| Tour Cost |
|
| Two persons, one bike, shared room |
£325 each |
| One person, one bike, shared room |
£345 each |
| One person, one bike, single room |
£395 |
| Deposit £50
per person |
|
* We regret the number of single rooms available on
this tour is very limited. However, if you are willing to share, there
is a good chance we can get you on the tour, and save you money.
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