England: Gardens of Yorkshire
30th Jun 2026
Key Highlights
• Tour with Garden Designer at Littlethorpe Manor
• Guided tour at RHS Harlow Carr
• Free time in the picturesque spa town of Harrogate.
Summary
Explore the wonders of Yorkshire and visit some of the best houses and gardens in England’s largest county. We enjoy a visit to the vast Himalayan Garden and Sculpture Park and Newby Hall with its impressive double herbaceous borders. Other visits include York Gate, a magical one-acre garden tucked behind the ancient church at Adel and Harlow Carr, the RHS’s northern flagship. During our visit, we enjoy a guided tour, giving us a personal insight into the continued development of this landmark garden.
What's included
- Accommodation
- All sites as outlined in the itinerary
- Comfortable coach travel throughout
- Services of an expert tour manager
Day by Day Itinerary
We depart from our designated pick-up points and travel to our first visit, Breezy Knees Gardens. Packed with over 7,000 different varieties of flowers, shrubs and trees, this is one of the largest gardens in Northern England. The main feature is the 250-foot herbaceous border filled with perennials and flowering shrubs. There is also a rock and cottage garden, fountains, ponds and an annual meadow to see.
Meals IncludedDinner
Departure Routes
| Location | Pickup Time | Dropoff Time |
|---|---|---|
| To be confirmed | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| London, Coach Bays on Tothill Street, Westminster | 06:00 | 18:30 |
| Luton, outside Luton Parkway Railway Station | 07:30 | 17:00 |
| Northampton, outside the Railway Station | 08:30 | 16:00 |
| Leicester, Coach Bay in Queen Street, close to Athena | 09:30 | 15:00 |
| Nottingham, Bus stand outside Trent House, Station Street | 10:30 | 14:00 |
** Please note that all timings are approximate and subject to change. Final timings and pick-up points will be confirmed with your joining instructions approximately 10 days prior to departure. **
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