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Yorkshire Wildlife and Heritage Explorer

Mon 19 July - Thur 22 July 2027: A 4-Day Escorted Coach Holiday to South Yorkshire with Jones Holidays staying at The Hex Hotel, Doncaster

    YORKSHIRE WILDLIFE & HERITAGE EXPLORER

    19 -22 July 2027

    Monday - Thursday

    4 Days

    From £519

    Discover a wonderful mix of Yorkshire heritage, wildlife and beautiful countryside on this varied holiday. Come face-to-face with incredible animals at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, step back in time at the magnificent Brodsworth Hall & Gardens and enjoy the character of Doncaster and Holmfirth. Venture into the Peak District to explore picturesque Bakewell, with its riverside setting, independent shops and famous sweet treats. With time to browse and relax at The Yorkshire Hive too, this delightful break combines fascinating days out, charming towns and memorable experiences.

    HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

    · Encounter incredible animals from around the world at the award-winning Yorkshire Wildlife Park

    · Explore the picturesque market town of Bakewell in the heart of the Peak District

    · Browse independent shops and enjoy tempting cafés at The Yorkshire Hive

    · Step back in time at magnificent Brodsworth Hall, a beautifully preserved Victorian country house

    · Discover the picturesque town of Holmfirth, famously associated with Last of the Summer Wine.

    (19) DAY ONE – Bakewell and Arrival

    We depart from your home and travel first through the Peak District to Bakewell, where you have some time to explore before we continue our journey to Yorkshire arriving in the afternoon with time to relax before dinner this evening.

    (20) DAY TWO – Yorkshire Wildlife Park & The Yorkshire Hive

    Wake up on the WILD side! This morning after breakfast we visit Yorkshire Wildlife Park located just a few metres away from our hotel. the home to the largest collection of Polar Bears in England and the largest purpose-built habitat of its kind in the world.

    Explore a variety of wildlife from around the world at Yorkshire Wildlife Park. With close-up encounters and animal experiences, whether it's feeding time or learning about conservation efforts, this is one of the best things to do in Yorkshire for animal lovers.

    Then visit The Yorkshire Hive, an exciting shopping, dining and leisure destination located just a short stroll away. Browse the independent shops, pick up a souvenir, or simply unwind with a coffee and watch the world go by.

    (21) DAY THREE – Brodsworth Hall & Gardens

    After breakfast, we leave our hotel and travel to the beautiful Brodsworth Hall & Gardens. On arrival, enjoy time exploring the lovingly restored Victorian gardens, from the elegant formal gardens and impressive topiary to the fern-filled dells, Target Range and charming summerhouse.

    We then continue inside Brodsworth Hall, where you can discover its fascinating Victorian rooms and kitchens and gain an insight into life in this remarkable country house.

    During our visit, there will be time to enjoy refreshments in the tearoom, located in the former servants’ wing, and perhaps take another leisurely stroll through the gardens before we depart.

    Later this afternoon, we return to our hotel with time to relax and unwind before dinner this evening.

    (22) DAY FOUR – Holmfirth and Departure

    After breakfast this morning we leave our hotel and make our way to Holmfirth, where we have some time before continuing our journey home.

    YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

    Luxury coach travel

    Home pick-up

    3 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

    Porterage on arrival and departure

    Tea/Coffee after dinner

    Entry to Yorkshire Wildlife Park – 1 Day

    Yorkshire Hive

    Brodsworth Hall & Gardens.

    THE HEX HOTEL, DONCASTER

    The Hex Wildlife Hotel, located within the Yorkshire Hive and nestled right next to the entrance of Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Doncaster. From our standard rooms to our luxurious suites, those adapted for guests with reduced mobility, balcony rooms, or our handy interconnected rooms: you’re guaranteed to find a room to suit any need. With stunning park-side rooms available, you can even wake up to breath-taking views of Yorkshire Wildlife Park - you might even spot its magnificent inhabitants, from majestic maned wolves and graceful tapirs to the roar of sea lions in the distance. Everything you need is conveniently located on-site, making your break even sweeter! Hotel has a lift.

    All single rooms are double or twin for sole use, and all rooms have walk in showers..

    Bedrooms, reception and restaurants are external to one another within a short walking distance Please note, all walkways between bedrooms and common areas within the Hive complex are not covered

    Yorkshire Wildlife and Heritage Explorer

    YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

    Luxury coach travel

    Home pick-up

    3 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

    Porterage on arrival and departure

    Tea/Coffee after dinner

    Entry to Yorkshire Wildlife Park – 1 Day

    Yorkshire Hive

    Brodsworth Hall & Gardens.

    THE HEX HOTEL, DONCASTER

    The Hex Wildlife Hotel, located within the Yorkshire Hive and nestled right next to the entrance of Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Doncaster. From our standard rooms to our luxurious suites, those adapted for guests with reduced mobility, balcony rooms, or our handy interconnected rooms: you’re guaranteed to find a room to suit any need. With stunning park-side rooms available, you can even wake up to breath-taking views of Yorkshire Wildlife Park - you might even spot its magnificent inhabitants, from majestic maned wolves and graceful tapirs to the roar of sea lions in the distance. Everything you need is conveniently located on-site, making your break even sweeter! Hotel has a lift.

    All single rooms are double or twin for sole use, and all rooms have walk in showers..

    Bedrooms, reception and restaurants are external to one another within a short walking distance Please note, all walkways between bedrooms and common areas within the Hive complex are not covered

    HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

    General

    Rooms

    Accessibility

    4 star

    Tea/coffee making facilities

    Lift

    Bar

    Television

    Restaurant

    Hairdryer

    Lounge

    Wi-Fi



    GROUP BOOKINGS

    Looking to take a group, if you book 20 places or more on this tour the tour organiser will go Free of Charge.

    DAYS

    TOUR DATE

    DEPARTS

    TERMS

    SUPPLEMENT

    4

    19 – 22 JUL 2027

    MONDAY

    £519

    £60 SINGLE

    JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE

    £38



    Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis and are limited. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the tour single room allocation and therefore additional cost may apply. Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. If door-to-door pick-up is included there may be additional charges for out of area. Itineraries and hotel inclusions may be subject to change. Covid-19 restrictions may apply. When making bookings you accept on behalf of yourself and your party the terms in our Trading Charter which can be found in our brochure, on our website at http://www.jonesholidays.co.uk/Jones-holidays-trading-charter, or a copy can be requested from our Sales office. If your holiday is more than 56 days from departure, we offer a 7-day cooling off period where a full refund will be offered from the date of the initial confirmation invoice (with the exception of flight holidays).

    B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included

    (19) DAY ONE

    D

    We depart from your home and travel first through the Peak District to Bakewell, where you have some time to explore before we continue our journey to Yorkshire arriving in the afternoon with time to relax before dinner this evening.

    (20) DAY TWO

    B, D

    Wake up on the WILD side! This morning after breakfast we visit Yorkshire Wildlife Park located just a few metres away from our hotel. the home to the largest collection of Polar Bears in England and the largest purpose-built habitat of its kind in the world.

    Explore a variety of wildlife from around the world at Yorkshire Wildlife Park. With close-up encounters and animal experiences, whether it's feeding time or learning about conservation efforts, this is one of the best things to do in Yorkshire for animal lovers.

    Then visit The Yorkshire Hive, an exciting shopping, dining and leisure destination located just a short stroll away. Browse the independent shops, pick up a souvenir, or simply unwind with a coffee and watch the world go by.

    Wake up on the WILD side! This morning after breakfast we visit Yorkshire Wildlife Park located just a few metres away from our hotel. the home to the largest collection of Polar Bears in England and the largest purpose-built habitat of its kind in the world.

    Explore a variety of wildlife from around the world at Yorkshire Wildlife Park. With close-up encounters and animal experiences, whether it's feeding time or learning about conservation efforts, this is one of the best things to do in Yorkshire for animal lovers.

    Then visit The Yorkshire Hive, an exciting shopping, dining and leisure destination located just a short stroll away. Browse the independent shops, pick up a souvenir, or simply unwind with a coffee and watch the world go by.

    (21) DAY THREE

    B, D

    After breakfast, we leave our hotel and travel to the beautiful Brodsworth Hall & Gardens. On arrival, enjoy time exploring the lovingly restored Victorian gardens, from the elegant formal gardens and impressive topiary to the fern-filled dells, Target Range and charming summerhouse.
    We then continue inside Brodsworth Hall, where you can discover its fascinating Victorian rooms and kitchens and gain an insight into life in this remarkable country house.
    During our visit, there will be time to enjoy refreshments in the tearoom, located in the former servants' wing, and perhaps take another leisurely stroll through the gardens before we depart.

    Later this afternoon, we return to our hotel with time to relax and unwind before dinner this evening.

    (22) DAY FOUR

    B

    After breakfast this morning we leave our hotel and make our way to Holmfirth, where we have some time before continuing our journey home.

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    Pick-up points

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    Name Address
    Bodelwyddan Bodelwyddan, Marble Church
    Chester Services M56 Chester Services on M56
    Colwyn Bay Colwyn Bay, Railway Station
    Garden City Garden City , Amontola Restaurant
    Holywell Holywell, Bus Station
    Llandudno Junction Llandudno Junction, Train Station Car Park

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