Historic Homes of Yorkshire for Christmas

December 2021

1 days

Explore two of Yorkshire’s most famous historic homes on this relaxing festive break. Roam the seasonally decorated rooms at Harewood house before indulging in a festive afternoon tea – the perfect treat. We will also visit Castle Howard, home of the Howard family for over 300 years. A divine Christmas dinner and a few festive treats also included make this the perfect festive break.

Christmas Eve Entrance to Harewood House
Festive Afternoon Tea at Harewood House
Boxing Day Entrance to Castle Howard, with an included light lunch
A delicious Christmas Day lunch and even more festive treats

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Join our brand-new magical Christmas break to Yorkshire featuring Harewood House, which tells a Christmas story with its beautifully decorated rooms. We also enjoy a special Boxing Day visit to the historic Castle Howard. Explore the palaces many spectacular rooms, delve into the deep history of the Howard family and wander the impressive gardens in the crisp winter air. With a few festive extras thrown in along the way, this is the perfect break for those who want to enjoy a relaxing break this Festive season!

Day 1: Yorkshire
Make your own way to the four-star Parsonage Hotel & Spa in Yorkshire, where you will meet our Tour Manager. Before arrival at the Hotel, why not head into the city of York, for the final day of the St Nicholas Fair, held here each year. Make sure to check in between 14.30 and 16.00 to enjoy a Cream Tea on arrival.

Enjoy a relaxing evening with dinner and a drink served in the hotel’s restaurant.
Day 2: Christmas Eve: Harewood House with festive afternoon Tea
After a leisurely breakfast, we head to Harewood House. Harewood is one of England’s Treasure houses, and is the family seat of the Lascelles family, built in the 18th century for Edwin Lascelles. In the 20th Century the house was lived in by Princess Mary the only daughter of George V, after she married Henry Lascelles in 1922. Harewood estate occupies a beautiful rural setting, with 100 acres of gardens, including the Lakeside Bird Gardens. At Harewood this Festive season, visitors will experience ‘Upon A Christmas Wish’ created by Lord Whitney. You will be immersed into the Christmas story, through the beautifully decorated rooms. After exploring the delightfully adorned house, we head to the Billiard Room, for our Festive Afternoon Tea; wherever possible using produce from the Harewood house walled Garden and surrounding Harewood Estate - a delight for the taste buds. Afterwards, why not take a stroll around the beautiful grounds to finish of our enjoyable Christmas Eve visit. Relax back at the hotel with some Mulled wine and mince pies, as we listen to Christmas Carols performed by a local village singing group. Dinner is served in the hotel restaurant this evening.
Day 3: Merry Christmas!
The big day is finally here, so let us start the day with a glass of Bucks fizz with breakfast. After breakfast why not take a stroll in the local area or perhaps go for a Christmas Day swim in the hotel pool. An arrival drink awaits you as you sit down to your Christmas day lunch.

Afterwards, relax in the lounge, where you’ll be treated to some Christmas cake as you watch the Queens speech on TV. This evening, we enjoy a Mini Buffet; the perfect ending to our relaxing Christmas Day.
Day 4: Boxing Day: Castle Howard
After a leisurely breakfast at the Hotel, we head to Castle Howard. Set in the heart of the Howardian Hills it is one of Britain's finest historic homes. Bought to life by Charles Howard the 3rd Earl of Carlisle, the building has been the home to eight generations of the Howard family over the last 300 years. There are over 1,000 acres of parkland, lakes and waterways to explore. Each year Castle Howard is transformed for the festive season, with magnificent and beautiful decorations, making for a truly magical experience. We include a light lunch here, leaving plenty of time to explore Castle Howard and the beautiful grounds at leisure, before we return to the Hotel. This evening we enjoy an included arrival drink as we make our way to the restaurant for our final evening meal.
Day 5: Home
After a leisurely breakfast it’s time for you to check-out and make your way home. Why not take the short trip to York to explore the city further or visit the National Railway Museum?

Four nights’ half board accommodation at the four-star Parsonage Hotel & Spa in Yorkshire
Cream tea at hotel on arrival and a drink with dinner
Christmas Eve Carol singing with mulled wine and mince pies
Christmas Day Bucks fizz served with breakfast
Christmas Day lunch with welcome drink
Christmas Cake & evening Mini Buffett on Christmas Day
Boxing day Light Lunch at Castle Howard
Arrival Drink with Boxing Day Evening Meal
Coach transfers for our excursions
Services of our experienced Tour Manager

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Make your own travel arrangements at your convenience to join your selected holiday. Simply arrive at the hotel and our Tour Manager will be there to greet you.

If you require any further information to assist with your travel plans, please contact our Holiday Advisors who will be happy to help.

Parking is available at our hotel for those wishing to drive.

Overview

The four-star Parsonage Hotel & Spa is situated in six beautiful acres of gardens and woodland and is just a 15-minute drive from the historic city of York. The hotel features Lascelles restaurant where we will enjoy dinner, and owns The Fat Abbot gastro pub, where you can enjoy a drink during your time at leisure. As well as the tranquil gardens, the hotel is also home to the Cloisters Spa, where facilities including a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, salt room and gym.