VISIT the grand houses of YORKSHIRE & meet DR LUCY WORSLEY
Enjoy a special dinner and a talk from the historian and see the county’s most magnificent properties
Yorkshire’s grand stately homes are filled with great works of art and priceless antiques, owned and designed by some of the country’s greatest characters. You can explore the region’s vivid history through these buildings, paintings, furniture and gardens. Who better to help bring them to life than the historian, author and broadcaster Dr Lucy Worsley?
On this fascinating four-day tour, Lucy will join you for dinner and an exclusive talk at Newby Hall – built in the 1690s by Sir Christopher Wren. You will also visit the Harewood estate, home of the
MEET OUR SPECIAL GUEST
Dr Lucy Worsley is chief curator at Historic Royal Palaces and the author of many books. She has presented Jane Austen: Behind Closed Doors and
various other shows.
Lascelles family for almost 250 years, Studley’s Royal Water Garden and Temple Newsam, whose garden was landscaped by Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown.
THE HIGHLIGHTS
EVENTS WITH DR LUCY WORSLEY The historian will join you for dinner in the Orangery at Newby Hall. After a tour, she will give a talk on the rich history of the stately homes that you’ll visit.
MARVEL AT HAREWOOD HOUSE
In a secluded valley, there is a long list of things to see at the magnificent National Trust property, including an exceptional art collection and bird garden.
STAY IN COMFORT
Set in eight acres of landscaped grounds near Royal Hall and Betty’s Café, the Doubletree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel & Spa occupies a 19th-century property in central Harrogate. You’ll enjoy breakfast and dinner in the excellent restaurant and each room has a flatscreen TV, toiletries and complimentary Wi-fi.