The world’s largest competition for sail training ships returns to Hartlepool next year with the tremendous Tall Ships fleet sailing from Den Helder in the Netherlands to Hartlepool, before heading off to Norway’s Fredrikstad. Hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the world flocked to Hartlepool when the race series last visited the port town in 2010; in fact, it was the largest free event held in England that year. So don’t miss out on the festivities in 2023.
* Luxury coach travel
* 2 Nights accommodation with breakfast & evening meals
* Visit to Wetherby
* Day excursion to Tall Ships
* Visit to the pretty market town of Ilkley
Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel This elegant 4 star Victorian period hotel is located opposite the Pease statue and shopping area in the centre of the historic market town of Darlington. The hotel’s warmly decorated rooms are equipped with hairdryer, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The restaurant is elegantly furnished and the kitchen team strives to deliver an exceptional dining experience. The modern bar offers a stylish area for relaxing with a cup of coffee or glass of wine, while the decadently decorated cocktail lounge offers excellent views over Darlington.
Thu - Morning departure as we make our way to Wetherby, we spend some free time here before we continue on to the hotel for our evening meal.
Fri - After breakfast, we depart the hotel and make our way to Hartlepool to view the ‘Tall Ships’. Later we make our way back to the hotel for our evening meal.
Sat - After breakfast we bid farewell to the hotel and make our way to the picturesque town of Ilkley. There are an excellent range of restaurants and independent shops selling everything from gifts to vintage clothes and books. We later rejoin the coach and commence the homeward journey.
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