Holmfirth
Today we visit Holmfirth, immortalised by Compo,
Clegg and Foggy as their stamping ground in ‘Last of
the Summer Wine’. Explore the village at leisure, join a
guide on a short tour of the local area, try a cup of tea at Sid’s
Café or visit the “Summer Wine Exhibition” at Nora Batty’s house
Coronation Street Tour
Take the chance to explore the sensational exterior sets of Coronation Street, Rosamund Street, Victoria Street and new in 2020 access to areas previously unseen on the MediaCityUK Tour, including at least one interior set and new areas of the street for you to explore. Wander through Weatherfield on a fully guided tour of the working set. Recall stories from yesteryear, hear filming secrets, take selfies on the street and follow in the footsteps of your favourite characters down those Coronation Street cobbles. Also enjoy some free time at Salford Quays to explore the many shops and museums
Steam Railway Journey, Goathland and Whitby
We make our way to Pickering where we board the North Yorkshire Steam Railway. Sit back and enjoy a bygone era as we head for the ‘celebrity’ station of Goathland, better known as ‘Aidensfield’ in TV’s Heartbeat and ‘Hogsmeade’ in the Harry Potter films. Following our scenic journey, explore the many landmarks including the store, garage, funeral directors and “The Aidensfield Arms”. This afternoon we continue to Whitby a popular location for filming, favourites include Heartbeat, All Creatures Great and Small and Bram Stockers “Dracula”.
4* Cedar Court, Huddersfield
Huddersfield’s only four star hotel has recently been refurbished, creating stylish new bedrooms, lobby area, sports bar and games room. It also offers gym, heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room and hot tub. The comfy modern en-suite rooms enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, TV, tea/coffee facilities and hair dryer. The hotel has a lift.