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Pub and History Tour of Durham with Alcohol Tasting
Combine two of the best things about Durham in one tour- its history and its pubs! See the stunning architecture in the heart of the historic city centre and discover the tales of conquest, miracles and tragedy that makes Durham truly unique. Add to this four stops in atmospheric and historic pubs to enjoy some real cask ale and you have the perfect walking tour.
Guided Historic Pub Tour (York)
A guided pub crawl through York’s medieval snickelways, following in the footsteps of Roman soldiers and Papist plotters, Royalists and Roundheads, Whigs, Wool Traders, and Dick Turpin to boot. Walking just three-quarters of a mile and stopping at up to 7 of York’s most historic pubs you will hear tales of execution and murder, local saints and Irish giants. And if you like spirits, there are plenty, and not just the bottled variety. Join us and drink in York's fascinating history!
Walkabout Durham History Tour
While strolling along cobbled streets and riverside footpaths, you will view some of the world's best architecture and encounter gripping tales of the kings, Prince Bishops and local people who have made Durham one of England's most fascinating, and historically significant, cities. Our History Tour will take you from the bustling heart of the Market Place to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the castle.
Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Sheffield with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems
A fun and different way to see Sheffield. Solve satisfying clues and follow beautiful maps sent to your phones. Spot things other people take for granted! You’ll learn interesting facts and stories. Everything is outdoors and you can do social distancing.
Private York History Walking Tour
York is amazing. King George VI once said, 'The history of York is the history of England'. Well he wasn't wrong. The city has been home to Romans, Saxons, Vikings and Normans. It has been the 'capital' of the north and has been a centre for trade, commerce and power through the centuries. Today York is a vibrant, modern city with one of the best windows on the past that you will ever find. Join me on a tour of my fascinating home city to learn more about its history and what has made it the city it is today. Walk in the footsteps of Roman soldiers and marauding Vikings, pass through medieval streets, stand in the shadow of one of the world's great cathedrals and take in the view from the city walls.
Private York Minster Guided Walking Tour
Explore York's Minster's exciting history with Dave Haw Tours. Knowledgeable and dedicated, Dave offers in-depth Minster tours like no other! Experience the art and history of the Minster, both inside and out, and have a chat with our incredible stone masons and York's very own Minster police force! After your tour is finished treat yourself to 10% off drinks at The Last Drop Inn. Just present your tour ticket at the bar!
Essential Whitby: Discover the town’s legends on a self-guided audio tour
It’s not easy journeying to Whitby, so it’s important to make the most of your time here. On this self-guided GPS audio tour, I'll introduce you to major local characters, engrossing legends and hidden treasures in this historic town, over a millennium in the making. Whether this is your first visit or your thirtieth, this tour is certain to make you look at Whitby in a new light. It also provides an ideal introduction to sites like the Whitby Abbey, the Captain Cook Memorial Museum and the Endeavour Experience, which you can return to at the end of the tour. On this tour, you'll hear about: • Some of the greatest voyages of exploration of all time • Why people once thought the town was infested with serpents • How Whitby jet, a gemstone, inspired the novel Dracula • An illiterate poet • Why there’s a polar bear in the town centre • Why the houses with the best views were some of the cheapest • The Hand of Glory and where to find it
Durham Full City Tour
All of the features of the History Tour plus more! Here we explore the wider city and uncover some hidden gems. Learn about the ‘King in the North’ - the legendary St. Oswald - who returned from exile to reclaim his father's Northumbrian lands and establish a legacy that paved the way for Cuthbert and the Durham story. We also take a look at the dark side of Durham as we explore the prisons, executions and hauntings that add to the mystery and intrigue of the city. Finally, a tour of Durham would not be complete without delving into its rich coal mining heritage and the local people who are at the heart of the Durham story.
1 Hour Private Otley Ghost Tour
A spine-chilling 1hr walking tour around the seemingly quaint streets of this medieval town. Discover who hobbles across the cobbles in Otley’s very own eerie historical ghost tour. A spooky historic walking tour showcasing Otley’s miserable, often strange past. In an uncovering of Otley’s rich, largely unexplored history, you are likely to fall in love with this little old town for its past and its present. The tour concludes with a free drink at The Black Horse - one of Otley’s most haunted pubs. Meet your guide by the clock tower in Otley Market Place.
Tower Tour
Access to hull's oldest building, and a view that only visitors to this tour will get to see. Hull Minster is Hull's tallest public accessible building. Hull Minster is one of the tallest and most iconic buildings in Hull. Standing at over 150ft tall, it’s tower has unparalleled views of Old Town, the city centre, the docks, the marina, the Humber and beyond. The tour begins with a climb up the winding staircase to the bell ringing chamber, and continues up through the medieval structure towards the heavens and out onto the viewing platform at the top.
Attractions in Yorkshire
- Gheebulum Kunungai (Moreton Island)
- York Minster
- York Dungeon
- Chatsworth House
- Jorvik Viking Centre
- Peak District National Park
- Castle Howard
- North Yorkshire Moors Railway
- North York Moors National Park
- World of James Herriot
- The Shambles
- National Railway Museum
- Clifford's Tower
- York City Walls
- York Castle Museum
- Whitby
- Goathland Railway Station
- Wensleydale Creamery
- Durham Castle
- Barley Hall
- Treasurer's House
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- Mansion House
- York's Chocolate Story
- Bolton Castle
- York Army Museum
- Aysgarth Falls
- Fairfax House
- Yorkshire Air Museum
- Helmsley
- Yorkshire Museum
- Jorvik Dig
- Beningbrough Hall
- Kilburn White Horse
- Henry VII Experience at Micklegate Bar
- Captain Cook Memorial Museum
- South Bank
- York Maze
- Goddards House and Garden
- York Bird of Prey Centre
- The Little Chocolate Shop
- York Cold War Bunker
- National Museum of the Royal Navy Hartlepool
- York Brewery
- The Deep
- Bridlington Birds of Prey & Animal Park
- SEA LIFE® Scarborough
- Flamingo Land
- Richard III Experience at Monk Bar
- Eden Camp