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- Stunning location for a coastal tour
- Exhilarating city tour to York
- Diverse and exciting indoor and outdoor venues
Whether a coastal or town-based tour, North Yorkshire has it all
North Yorkshire with its stunning rolling countryside, stately homes and historic cities and towns is a wonderful choice for a band or choir tour. Stay on the coast in Whitby, Scarborough or the elegant spa town of Harrogate. Then explore and perform in some of Yorkshire best kept secrets: the old fishing villages of Robin Hood’s Bay and Filey. Alternatively, the historic city of York is packed with wonderful sights and venues for all types of visiting ensembles. Take part in Evensong in the awe-inspiring York Minster or perform in a natural amphitheatre, set in a beautiful gorge in the Yorkshire Dales.
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Wonderful town, country and coastal venues
Whether you choose a tour to the coast or further inland, you’ll be spoilt for choice in this stunning county. In and around York: Perform at the Hardraw Scar, a natural amphitheatre in the Yorkshire Dales; at the Abbey cellarium or Hall of Fountain’s Abbey, an historic National Trust property; in the 14th century Ripon Cathedral; or at the popular bandstands in Rowntree Park and in Valley Gardens in Harrogate. On the coast: Perform in a traditional chapel, at the parish church or outside in the dock at Robin Hood’s Bay. Or perform in the bandstand at Filey and in bandstands, churches and pavilions in Scarborough or Whitby.
Sample itinerary
(Choirs)
If you are a different ensemble type, please ask us for a sample itinerary.
Day 1
[Coastal tour]
Welcome drink at the hotel in Whitby, Scarborough or Harrogate and time to relax before dinner at the hotel.
Day 2
In the morning listen to tales and legends of smugglers and shipwrecks as you explore the Bay on the Robin Hood Bay Ghost Walk or take a guided walk across Fylingdales Moor. Afternoon concert outside on the dock of the Bay. Evening meal at an Inn in Robin Hood’s Bay.
Day 3
Spend the day exploring the Yorkshire Dales. Afternoon outdoor concert at the Hardraw Scar Natural Amphitheatre. Evening meal at the hotel.
Day 4
Day trip to Scarborough. Walk along the beach. Visit SEA LIFE Scarborough and Scaborough Castle with its panoramic views over the dramatic Yorkshire coastline and enjoy a fresh fish & chips lunch. Afternoon concert at Peasholm Park Bandstand.
Day 5
Spend the morning in Whitby. Take a boat along the coast, climb the 199 steps to the top of Whitby Abbey, explore Whitby Harbour or take a walk along Whitby Beach. In the afternoon travel to Filey for a concert in the bandstand.
Day 6
Optional morning excursion to Castle Howard before heading for home.
Extra activities and excursions
Browse a selection of our favourite activities and excursions.
- Eden Camp Modern History Museum
- York Dungeons
- Jorvick Viking Centre
- Robin Hood Bay Ghost Walk
- Whitby Coastal Cruises
- Royal Armouries Museum
- Fylingdales Moor
- Scarborough Castle
- Castle Howard
Through its immersive displays, experience the sights, sounds and smells of life on the Home Front and the Front Line, all set in the buildings and grounds of an original World War 2 Prisoner of War Camp.
The York Dungeon brings together an amazing cast of theatrical actors, special effects, stages and scenes. Experience a 60-minute journey through 2000 years of York’s murky history, as a full cast of historic characters, played by real actors, takes you through every era from the Vikings to Dick Turpin and b
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One of the most famous and astounding discoveries of modern archaeology. Between 1976-81 archaeologists from York Archaeological Trust, revealed the houses, workshops and backyards of the Viking-age city of Jorvik as it stood nearly 1,000 years ago. The Centre is built on the very site where these excavations took place, so you take a journey through the reconstruction of Viking-age streets and experience life as it would have been in 10th century York.
Go on a unique tour through streets and alleyways as you listen to tales of the strange and supernatural, smuggling and shipwrecks, folklore and legend.
Enjoy a boat trip along the Bay or further along this spectacular Yorkshire coastline.
Royal Armouries cares for one of the most important national collections of arms and armour in the world. Two new exciting displays are due to open soon at the Museum - Tudor Power & the Glory in the Tournament gallery.
Enjoy a guided walk over the moors and along this stunning coastline and see some key conservation species.
In a stunning location with panoramic views over the dramatic Yorkshire coastline, Scaborough Castle is definitely worth a visit. Experience 3,000 years of history, and grab a coffee from the coffee shed.
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Castle Howard, near York, is a magnificent historic period house. Built over 3,000 years ago, the Castle has ornate interiors, breath-taking landscaped gardens, lakes, temples, a walled garden and woodland walks. The Castle featured in ITV’s Victoria and starred in the film and television adaptations of Evelyn Waugh’s Brideshead Revisited.
Where to stay
Popular places to stay.
Stay in a 3-star centrally located hotel in Whitby, Scarborough or Harrogate. All will offer easy access to venues and excursion possibilities. We will arrange for you stay in the accommodation that best suits your needs.
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The most pleasant times of year to come to Europe are May to September, therefore you may wish to consider this when planning your tour. Summer temperatures across Europe range from 18-35 degrees Celsius. European cities in winter can also offer many interesting cultural experiences that you may enjoy.
Travelling by coach is the most economical and flexible way to tour. Be collected from your meeting point and arrive at your destination in comfort on air-conditioned, high specification coaches. Enjoy the freedom of your own vehicle whilst on tour and travel in comfort with reclining seats and toilet. More and more groups choose to fly. We can arrange your flights from your local airport as well as from London. Once you have arrived at your destination, we can provide transfers to your accommodation and local coach hire throughout your music tour.