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Land of Prince Bishops
Thursday 5th-Monday 9th September 2024, 5 day Tour in Land of Prince Bishops, Country Durham in Whittle Coaches
View Dates & BookLand of Prince Bishops, Country Durham
5 days/ 4 nights
Country durham is unique, as for many centuries it was virtually independent state ruled by the king, but by powerful Prince Bishops. This tour will introduce you to the history and homes of the Prince Bishops of the north.
Price Includes
* Return coach travel
* Door to doo service
* Half board basis
* Excursions
* Admission to Auckland Castle and Gardens
* Weardale Heritage Railway ride
* Auckland Project Acess pass
* Afternoon tea box on outward journey
Excursion 1
Auckland Castle and Auckland's project. This proud home of the Bishops of Durham stands as one of the best preserved bishops palaces in Europe. explore the castle state rooms and marvel at the walled gardens. This afternoon we have included an all access ticket to The Auckland Project's other attractions in the town so you are free to explore at leisure. There is a mining Art Gallery. Spanish Art Gallery, Faith Museum and Auckland Tower.
Excursion 2
Raby Castle, Barnard Castle, Weardale Castle. we visit Raby Castle, one of the finest medieval castles to remain in Britain. We then make a lunch stop in Barnard Castle, and finish with a return train ride on the heritage Weardale line Stanhope taking in the beautiful views of the Durham Dales. Durham, well known for its huge cathedral overlooking the river and beautiful cityscape.
Your Hotel The Park Head Hotel, Bishop Auckland
Located a short drive from Bishop Auckland, this hotel has recently undergone a full renovation by the Auckland Project. All rooms have TV, hairdryer and hospitality tray. There is a restaurant bar and garden. There is no lift and rooms may possibly be located over two floors in the courtyard.Ground floor rooms are available on request.
Dates and \prices (Half Board)
Thursday 5th-Monday 9th September 2024 £639
Single supplement Nil
Tour departs by 9:30am
Tour returns by 5:00pm
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kidderminster Whittles | Kidderminster, Whittles Depot, Foley Business Park |
| Wolverhampton, | Wolverhampton, Faulkland St Coach Station |
| Worcester (Warndon) | Worcester (Warndon), Bus Lay-by outside the Beefeater Three Pears Inn |
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