York & Steam into Scarborough

York

York, a beautiful and enchanting walled city in the heart of North Yorkshire.

Described as a lively festival city with Roman roots and a Viking past, York offers a fantastic range of attractions for you to explore.  Wander around the Shambles, quaint cobbled lanes which are home to independent stores, quirky gift shops and cosy tea rooms. With buildings from the 14th century, it’s one of the most intact medieval areas in England, visited by many visitors every year.

Visit York Minster, one of the world’s most magnificent Gothic cathedral and the largest cathedral in Northern Europe. This exquisite building contains an impressive collection of medieval stained glass, with the earliest dating back to the 12th century. 

Explore the fascinating museums, such as the National Railway Museum, York Castle Museum and Jorvik Viking Centre. There are also inspiring art galleries, including York Art Gallery with artist collections that span over 600 years. 

Scarborough

Scarborough, one of the UK’s first seaside resorts which has been attracting tourists for over 300 years.

Explore this holiday destination on the stunning Yorkshire coast and experience all that it has to offer. Discover its award-winning sandy beaches, breathtaking coastline and dramatic cliffs, as well as the town’s historic harbour and a variety of attractions, including Scarborough Castle, Scarborough Open Air Theatre and SEA LIFE Scarborough.

Scarborough’s beaches have been described as some of the best in the country. These include South Bay Beach, North Bay Beach and a more secluded one at Cayton Bay. With the mixture of soft sand and tidal hard sand, they have the perfect castle-building sand! The town is also home to some of the UK’s finest parks and gardens, including Peasholm Park, South Cliff Gardens and Royal Albert Park. Enjoy a stroll around these lush green spaces and take in their amazing natural beauty.