York North York Moors Exploration Tour
Discover North York Moors and Historic Towns Like Whitby and Helmsley on an 8 Hour Adventure
N Yorks
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Explore the Stunning North York Moors National Park
- • Enjoy an 8.5 Hour Adventure Across Historic Yorkshire
- • Visit Whitby's Most Famous Abbey Linked to Dracula
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the North York Moors and the charming coastal town of Whitby on a full-day winter adventure from York. This guided tour offers a perfect blend of stunning landscapes, historic sites, and delightful local culture, making it an unforgettable escape from the everyday. Whether seeking to marvel at the moors' captivating scenery or to delve into the rich history of Whitby, this journey is designed to inspire and create lasting memories.
The adventure begins with a pick-up in York, heading east towards the edge of the North York Moors. The first stop is the quaint town of Pickering, where a visit to the historic Church of St Peter and St Paul reveals magnificent medieval murals. Next, the journey ventures into the majestic moorland, stopping for photo opportunities at iconic locations like the Hole of Horcum. Enjoy the serenity of the village of Goathland, famous for its appearance in the beloved TV show "Heartbeat" and for being a filming location in the Harry Potter series. The highlight of the trip is the historic town of Whitby, where two hours are allocated for exploring Whitby Abbey, sampling local fish and chips, and discovering unique independent shops, including those featuring the renowned Jet jewellery. The day wraps up with a visit to Helmsley, where independent shops invite last-minute souvenir hunting and the stunning ruins of a Norman castle provide a picturesque backdrop.
This winter getaway to the North York Moors and Whitby is not only a fantastic way to experience the stunning North Yorkshire landscape but also makes for an excellent gift idea. Treat loved ones to an adventure that combines history, culture, and breathtaking views, providing a delightful way to enjoy winter in one of England's most beautiful regions. Perfect for those seeking a unique experience, this journey promises to create cherished memories that will last a lifetime!
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Experience Overview:
Full-day North York Moors And Whitby In Winter From YorkExplore the famous area or the North York Moors National Park. Famed for the largest area of heather Moorland in England, there is much more than meets the eye. The moors are one of the most important historical areas in Britain in terms of religion, farming, mining, fishing and smuggling It has more ancient scheduled monuments than anywhere in the country including, standing stones, Stone crosses and burial mounds. Explore historic towns, quaint villages and historic sites such as Whitby Abbey. Enjoy unrivalled views across the Yorkshire coast and for miles across the Yorkshire. On a clear day views can exceed 50 miles.
Highlights
• Explore the famous landscape of the North York Moors
• Historic port of Whitby
• Whitby Abbey
• Stop in Pickering to explore the oldest wall paintings in a church
• Visit the market town of Helmsley
• Explore the Famous North York Moors
What's included:
- On-board commentary in English
- Transport in a small mini-coach
Not included:
- Additional (Entrance fees at Whitby Abbey and Helmsley Castle)
- Drivers gratuity (optional)
- Food & drink
What to expect:
Duration: 8 hours, 30 minutes
We leave York heading east to the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors. Our first stop is the quaint town of Pickering. Here you can explore the historic Church of St Peter and St Paul and discover the amazing medieval murals adorning the Nave of the Church. Pickering is the southern terminus of the North York Moors Railway, England’s busiest heritage line where you might find a steam train waiting in the station.
From here we head into the moorland landscape forged by nature and shaped by humans. We make a brief stop for photos at the famed Hole of Horcum, Legend has it was formed by Wade the Giant following an argument with his wife Bell. We continue on to the famed village of Goathland. A typical moorland village where sheep graze openly on the village green. Its fame originally linked the popular TV show heartbeat before its train station was used as the location for “Hogsmeade station” in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone film.
A short drive brings us the rugged coast North Yorkshire Coast line and the historic Town of Whitby. This old port was once famous for fishing and Whaling where Captain Cook set sail from to discover Australia. Here you will have 2 hours to explore the famous Abbey linked to Bram Stokers Dracula and have lunch in one of the towns many fish and chip shops. Discover the towns interesting independent shops including the famous Jet Jewellery stores where you might catch a jewellery making in action.
After we leave Whitby we traverse the entire width of the park. There will be plenty of photo stops along the way as we discover why this landscape was designated a national park. High heather moorland is interspersed with deep cut valleys carved out during the Ice ages thousands of years ago, standing stones, burial mounds and stone crosses erected by the people of the moors over thousands of years.
We end the day with a relaxing stop in Helmsley. This bustling little town is built around the only medieval market place in the North York Moors. It is dominated by the ruins of a Norman castle dating back to the 12th century. There are many independent shops and your last chance to souvenir before heading back to York.
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Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Confirmation is received at the time of booking
Each passenger must have their own seat.
Luggage storage is available at the York train station
Minimal walking required
Our vehicles are not currently wheelchair accessible
Seats cannot be reserved
There are toilet stops on route
There will be a designated lunch stop where you’ll be able to purchase lunch
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Mountain Goat Ltd - York
Product SKU: UK-10829-0014
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North York Moors Historic Exploration Tour
N Yorks
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Explore the Stunning North York Moors National Park
- • Enjoy an 8.5 Hour Adventure Across Historic Yorkshire
- • Visit Whitby's Most Famous Abbey Linked to Dracula
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