Herriot Country and Yorkshire Dales Day Trip from York by Mini-Coach
by Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours (formally BOBH)
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This eight-hour day trip departs from a central meeting point near York Minster by a comfortable 16-seat mini-coach with air conditioning and Wi-Fi. A driver and guide provide live commentary throughout the journey. The tour visits Herriot Country and the Yorkshire Dales National Park, including several key locations. The first stop is Masham, a traditional market town in Lower Wensleydale with a market charter dating back to 1251. Visitors have 45 minutes to see the remains of a 1,300-year-old Anglo-Saxon cross shaft at the Church of St. Mary the Virgin, explore local shops, or relax in a café. Next, the coach crosses Masham Moor, passing Gouthwaite Reservoir and drystone walls, before arriving at Grassington. Grassington is known as the setting for the fictional town of Darrowby in the television series All Creatures Great and Small. There is 90 minutes to explore shops, cafés, filming locations, or visit the Devonshire Arms pub. After Grassington, the group drives a short distance to Linton Falls. Visitors may choose to take a brief walk from the Visitor Centre car park down an old stone path to the falls and meet the guide on the bridge over the River Wharfe. The main afternoon stop is Bolton Abbey, where admission is free. Guests can explore the ruins and church of the 12th-century Augustinian Priory by the riverside or try crossing the stepping stones. On the return trip, the coach passes through Harrogate, a historic spa town, with the guide providing information about its background. The tour includes regular photo, refreshment, and toilet stops. Entrance fees to attractions, food, drinks, and gratuities are not included. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and the minimum age is five years. Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated if accompanied by someone able to assist with boarding and disembarking. The tour operates in all weather conditions, and the route may change due to adverse weather or road conditions. Service animals are allowed by prior arrangement only.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Masham
The tour travels to Lower Wensleydale, stopping in Masham, a traditional market town with a charter granted over 700 years ago in 1251. Visitors can learn about the town’s history from the guide and see the remains of an Anglo-Saxon cross shaft, believed to be around 1300 years old, at the Church of St. Mary the Virgin. There is also time to explore local shops or enjoy a Yorkshire brew and cake at a café on the town square.
45 min
Grassington
After crossing Masham Moor, where sheep roam freely among heather and open landscape, the coach passes over the tops to Nidderdale with views of Gouthwaite Reservoir and miles of drystone walls. The stop is in Grassington, known as the fictional town of Darrowby in the 2020 TV series All Creatures Great and Small. Visitors have 1.5 hours free to explore shops, cafés, filming locations, or to visit the Devonshire Arms pub, featured as The Drovers in the series.
90 min
Linton Falls
The next stop is Linton Falls, reached by a short drive from Grassington. Visitors may choose to walk from the Visitor Centre car park down a stone path to the falls and rejoin the guide on the bridge over the River Wharfe. This stop is about 25 minutes.
25 min
Bolton Abbey
The afternoon stop is Bolton Abbey, where entry is free. Guests can explore the ruins and Priory Church of the 12th-century Augustinian monastery set beside the river. Visitors may also try crossing the stepping stones if they wish. The stop lasts around 45 minutes.
45 min
Harrogate
On the return to York, the route passes through Harrogate, a spa town with historical significance. The guide provides information about its history as the coach continues toward York.
Meeting point
We meet opposite the Dean Court Hotel in Duncombe Place, York (near York Minster) All trips depart at 9.00am prompt so please don’t be late as we are unable to wait for latecomers due to parking restrictions at the pick-up point!
End point
We meet opposite the Dean Court Hotel in Duncombe Place, York (near York Minster) All trips depart at 9.00am prompt so please don’t be late as we are unable to wait for latecomers due to parking restrictions at the pick-up point!
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Herriot Country and Yorkshire Dales Day Trip from York by Mini-Coach
by Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours (formally BOBH)
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£156Overview
This eight-hour day trip departs from a central meeting point near York Minster by a comfortable 16-seat mini-coach with air conditioning and Wi-Fi. A driver and guide provide live commentary throughout the journey. The tour visits Herriot Country and the Yorkshire Dales National Park, including several key locations. The first stop is Masham, a traditional market town in Lower Wensleydale with a market charter dating back to 1251. Visitors have 45 minutes to see the remains of a 1,300-year-old Anglo-Saxon cross shaft at the Church of St. Mary the Virgin, explore local shops, or relax in a café. Next, the coach crosses Masham Moor, passing Gouthwaite Reservoir and drystone walls, before arriving at Grassington. Grassington is known as the setting for the fictional town of Darrowby in the television series All Creatures Great and Small. There is 90 minutes to explore shops, cafés, filming locations, or visit the Devonshire Arms pub. After Grassington, the group drives a short distance to Linton Falls. Visitors may choose to take a brief walk from the Visitor Centre car park down an old stone path to the falls and meet the guide on the bridge over the River Wharfe. The main afternoon stop is Bolton Abbey, where admission is free. Guests can explore the ruins and church of the 12th-century Augustinian Priory by the riverside or try crossing the stepping stones. On the return trip, the coach passes through Harrogate, a historic spa town, with the guide providing information about its background. The tour includes regular photo, refreshment, and toilet stops. Entrance fees to attractions, food, drinks, and gratuities are not included. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and the minimum age is five years. Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated if accompanied by someone able to assist with boarding and disembarking. The tour operates in all weather conditions, and the route may change due to adverse weather or road conditions. Service animals are allowed by prior arrangement only.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Masham
The tour travels to Lower Wensleydale, stopping in Masham, a traditional market town with a charter granted over 700 years ago in 1251. Visitors can learn about the town’s history from the guide and see the remains of an Anglo-Saxon cross shaft, believed to be around 1300 years old, at the Church of St. Mary the Virgin. There is also time to explore local shops or enjoy a Yorkshire brew and cake at a café on the town square.
45 min
Grassington
After crossing Masham Moor, where sheep roam freely among heather and open landscape, the coach passes over the tops to Nidderdale with views of Gouthwaite Reservoir and miles of drystone walls. The stop is in Grassington, known as the fictional town of Darrowby in the 2020 TV series All Creatures Great and Small. Visitors have 1.5 hours free to explore shops, cafés, filming locations, or to visit the Devonshire Arms pub, featured as The Drovers in the series.
90 min
Linton Falls
The next stop is Linton Falls, reached by a short drive from Grassington. Visitors may choose to walk from the Visitor Centre car park down a stone path to the falls and rejoin the guide on the bridge over the River Wharfe. This stop is about 25 minutes.
25 min
Bolton Abbey
The afternoon stop is Bolton Abbey, where entry is free. Guests can explore the ruins and Priory Church of the 12th-century Augustinian monastery set beside the river. Visitors may also try crossing the stepping stones if they wish. The stop lasts around 45 minutes.
45 min
Harrogate
On the return to York, the route passes through Harrogate, a spa town with historical significance. The guide provides information about its history as the coach continues toward York.
Meeting point
We meet opposite the Dean Court Hotel in Duncombe Place, York (near York Minster) All trips depart at 9.00am prompt so please don’t be late as we are unable to wait for latecomers due to parking restrictions at the pick-up point!
End point
We meet opposite the Dean Court Hotel in Duncombe Place, York (near York Minster) All trips depart at 9.00am prompt so please don’t be late as we are unable to wait for latecomers due to parking restrictions at the pick-up point!
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.