Yorkshire is renowned for its Stately Homes and historic buildings. In conjunction with 4 of these close to the hotel we offer a two day package that includes visits to Burton Constable, Burton Agnes, Sledmere House and Sewerby Hall. Along the way we also find time for a glimpse of Beverly Minster & the cliffs at Flamborough.

The cost of the two day package including entrance to the buildings and 3 nights half board is £250 per couple. or £180 per single person.

Below is a brief description of the tour. Please take the time to visit each attraction's web-site, as this brief description does not do justice the any of the sites history & character.

Day One

Sledmere House

http://www.sledmerehouse.com/

The tour begins with a morning visit to Sledmere House. The house is the home of Sir Tatton Sykes, 8th Baronet. There has been a Manor House at Sledmere since medieval times.

The present house was begun in 1751 by Richard Sykes and extended in the 1790's by Sir Christopher Sykes 2nd Baronet. The journey takes 1 hour and is 32 miles from the Hotel.

Beverly Minster

http://www.beverleyminster.org/

On our way back we pass Beverley Minster, chance to stop off and view this grand building. Journey time 40 minutes, 30 miles

Burton Constable Hall

http://www.burtonconstable.com/

Located just ten minutes from the Hotel, Burton Constable is a large Elizabethan Mansion set in 300 acres of grounds and has 30 rooms open to the public. A relaxing lunch, tour of the house and gardens and then back to the Hotel to unwind before the evening meal.

The gardens were landscaped by capability brown and often play host to events. Journey time 35 minutes, 18 miles, 15 mins & 6 miles back to the Hotel. 

 The Great Hall

The Long Gallery

Burton Agnes

http://www.burton-agnes.co.uk/

Burton Agnes, like Sledmere House, nestles comfortably in the Wolds. It is filled with marvellous and significant works of art, furniture and other antiquities. Apart from an extremely interesting internal tour the gardens offer much for the plant lover and are also great for kids. The is a maze and plenty of outdoor games.

The Chinese room

Entrance Hall

The Pink Garden

Burton Agnes is near to Cruckley Farm, (http://www.cruckley.co.uk/) so an alternative day out could include a visit to this charming working farm that has many rare breeds. Journey time 50 minutes & 24 miles

Bempton Cliffs

http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/b/bemptoncliffs/index.asp

Bempton cliffs is an RSPB nature reserve and plays host to a cacophony of seabirds. Notably Gannets, Puffins, Kittiwakes & Guillemots. The cliffs are on the north side of Flamborough head. At other locations access to the shoreline is possible and there are plenty of cafes for a quick cup of tea. Journey time 25 minutes, 11 miles

Sewerby Hall

http://www.eastriding.gov.uk/sewerby/

Sewerby Hall is situated 2 miles north of the seaside resort of Bridlington, on the East Yorkshire coast. The grade I listed country house is set in 50 acres of landscaped gardens in a cliff top location on the outskirts of Sewerby village.

The house was built 1714-1720 by John Greame. Bow wings and a portico were added in 1808-1811. Later additions include an Orangery and dining room.
 

There is a lot to see and do at Sewerby: a museum dedicated to Amy Johnson; a small zoo; woodland and garden walks; putting and golf; and lots of things for kids big & small.  Journey time 15 minutes, 12 miles and 50 minutes , 25 miles back to the Hotel.

Route.

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