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Alnwick & Taste of Northumberland

Experience festive charm and coastal beauty on this great value 5-day Super Break by coach

At a Glance

5 Days | 4 Nights | 3 Star Hotel | Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

Why You’ll Love This Tour

Northumberland offers dramatic coastline, historic castles and peaceful countryside, and during the festive season it takes on an extra layer of charm. Holy Island becomes especially atmospheric, with wintry coastal views and a truly unique setting steeped in history.

Based in the historic market town of Alnwick, this break blends seasonal atmosphere with stunning scenery, offering a refreshing winter escape in one of England’s most beautiful regions.

Your Hotel

You will stay at the White Swan Hotel in Alnwick, a historic 300-year-old coaching inn located in the heart of town. Just a short walk from Alnwick Castle and The Alnwick Garden, it provides a characterful and welcoming base for your Northumberland stay.

Your Holiday Includes

Coach travel throughout
Reserved seating
4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at the White Swan Hotel, Alnwick
All bedrooms with En-suite facilities
Visit to Holy Island
Scenic journey around Northumberland

Day 1

Travel to Alnwick
Depart from your local joining point and travel north to Alnwick. On arrival at your hotel, settle in before dinner and your first evening at leisure.

During Your Stay

Enjoy time to explore Alnwick, with its historic streets, independent shops and impressive castle.

Your holiday also includes a visit to Holy Island, offering striking coastal scenery and a peaceful, atmospheric setting. A scenic journey around Northumberland showcases the region’s rugged coastline, countryside and historic landmarks.

Final Day

Homeward Journey
After breakfast, we begin our return journey home, arriving back at your local drop off point later in the day.

Please Note

We always aim to operate the holiday as described; however, occasional changes may be necessary due to local or operational factors. Any adjustments will be made with your enjoyment in mind.

About the Destination

Northumberland is renowned for its sweeping beaches, dramatic castles and unspoilt landscapes. From the tidal causeway to Holy Island to the historic market town of Alnwick, the region offers a peaceful yet striking winter escape.

During the festive season, coastal views and historic settings create a particularly atmospheric experience, combining seasonal charm with natural beauty.

Your Hotel – White Swan Hotel, Alnwick

The White Swan Hotel is a historic coaching inn dating back over 300 years, offering traditional character and modern comfort in the centre of Alnwick.

The hotel is home to the famous Olympic Suite, featuring panelling and ornate décor salvaged from RMS Olympic, the sister ship to the Titanic, creating a truly distinctive dining experience.

Hotel Features

En-suite bedrooms
Flat-screen TV
Tea and coffee making facilities
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Bar
Historic Olympic Suite dining room

All pick-up points are covered and feeder vehicles may be used to meet your coach.

Name	Address	Times
Anlaby, Red Lion Bus Stop	Anlaby, Red Lion Bus Stop, HU10 7AN	Failed View
Apollo Pub, Hull	Apollo Pub, Hull HU9 4AH	Failed View
Barton Bus Station	Barton-upon-Humber DN18 5QE	Failed View
Beeford, The Tiger Pub	Beeford, The Tiger Publ, 1 Main Street, YO25 8AS	Failed View
Beverley	Asda Norwood, Beverley, HU17 9EY	Failed View
Bridlington Promenade	Bridlington Promenade oustide Promenade Travel	Failed View
Brigg, Cary Lane Bus Stop	Brigg, Cary Lane, Bus Stop, DN20 8EY	Failed View
Castleford Bus Station	Castleford, Albion Street Bus Station, WF10 1EN	Failed View
Cleethorpes Memorial Hall	Cleethorpes Memorial Hall, Grimsby Rd, DN35 8AH	Failed View
Cottingham Green	Cottingham Green, HU16 5QE	Failed View
Doncaster Interchange	Doncaster Interchange Coach stands C6/ C7 DN1 1PJ	Failed View
Driffield Car Wash	Outside Driffield Car Wash Middle Street, Driffield, YO25 6PY	Failed View
Elloughton	Elloughton, Adjacent to the Half Moon, HU15 1HU	Failed View
Filey Bus Station	Filey Bus Station, YO14 9PE	Failed View
Goole	Goole Coach Stop, Airmyn Road, Goole DN14 6XE	Failed View
Grimsby Town Hall	Grimsby Town Hall, Town Hall Square, DN31 1HU	Failed View
Hessle, Darleys	Opposite Darleys, Boothferry Road, Hull, HU13 9AR	Failed View
Hornsea Marine Hotel	Hornsea Marine Hotel, Seafront Hornsea HU18 1NJ	Failed View
Hull Interchange	Hull Interchange, Coach Pick-up Point, HU1 3QX	Failed View
Immingham Oasis Academy	Immingham Oasis Academy, Pelham Rd, DN40 1BA	Failed View
Leeds	Leeds - National Express Coach St, LS2 7LA	Failed View
Malton Train Station	Malton, Train Station, YO17 9RD	Failed View
Monk Fryston Post Office	41 Main Street Monk Fryston LS25 5DZ	Failed View
Morley Leisure Centre	Queensway, Morley, Leeds LS27 9PA	Failed View
Pontefract	Pontefract Horsefair Bus Station WF81EZ	Failed View
Scarborough Train Station	Scarborough Train Station, Westborough, YO11 1TN	Failed View
Scunthorpe Bus Station	Stand K, Scunthorpe Bus Station, DN15 6QX	Failed View
Selby	WHS, Gowthorpe, Selby, YO8 4HE	Failed View
Stamford Bridge Shops	Stamford Bridge Shops	Failed View
Thorne	Old Vault Pub, Thorne Marketplace DN8 5DG	Failed View
Wakefield	Wakefield, Providence Street Circle, WF1 3AQ	Failed View
Willerby Sainsburys	Willerby Square Sainsburys HU10 7AU	Failed View
York	Union Terrace, Coach Park, York, YO31 7ES	Failed View