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Brontë Sisters Lucy Worsley
4 Days
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Delve into the life and times of the Brontë sisters on this richly immersive four-day tour, in the company of Lucy Worsley

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Yorkshire Dales, join expert historian Lucy Worsley on this wonderful literary tour - offering rare insights, evocative landscapes and exclusive access to the places that shaped the lives and work of Charlotte, Emily and Anne Brontë.

You'll be based at the Herriots Hotel in Skipton, a Grade II listed Victorian boutique hotel, for three nights with breakfast and dinner included.

Step into Brontë country with a private visit to the Brontë Parsonage Museum in Haworth. You'll explore the sisters' former home, the church where their father preached, and the atmospheric village they called home. Lucy Worsley will be joining you for the day, giving a talk and Q&A session for guests.

You'll also spend time in Thornton, with a visit to the Brontë Birthplace, the house in Market Street where Anne, Charlotte and Emily Brontë, and their brother Branwell, were born. Further highlights include a self-guided visit of Bolton Abbey, where you'll hear from a local Brontë expert.

"Ann's talk was very interesting in a relevant modern location. It was lovely to meet Lucy and hear her take on the Brontës, she was very friendly and approachable."



Previous Guest, July 2026
Ruins of Bolton Abbey silhouetted against a vibrant sunset sky.
A large house surrounded by a lush garden and tall trees, showcasing a serene outdoor environment.
A dining room in the Brontë Parsonage featuring a wooden table surrounded by chairs.
Aerial view of Bolton Abbey, showcasing a lush valley and winding river surrounded by greenery.
A street scene featuring shops and houses, showcasing a vibrant community atmosphere in Haworth.
A rustic stone wall divides a vibrant green field, surrounded by open space and distant trees.
Aerial view of a spacious countryside house surrounded by greenery and trees.
A corridor showcasing a door on one side and a radiator beneath a window, with light-colored walls and simple decor.

Tour Highlights

A dining room in the Brontë Parsonage featuring a wooden table surrounded by chairs.

Brontë Parsonage

Enjoy a very special private visit of their home in Haworth, the Parsonage and hear insights from Lucy Worsley and Johnnie Briggs
A woman in a red dress stands confidently in a hallway, embodying her roles as a historian and TV presenter.

Expert insights

Enjoy a captivating talk and Q&A session with author and historian Lucy Worsley, who will also join you for the afternoon in Haworth
A rustic stone wall divides a vibrant green field, surrounded by open space and distant trees.

Stunning landscapes

Journey through the Yorkshire Dales and take in the rugged landscapes and market towns that inspired the Brontë sisters
Ruins of Bolton Abbey silhouetted against a vibrant sunset sky.

Bolton Abbey

You’ll visit Priory Church and Ruins of an Augustinian Priory at the heart of Bolton Abbey Estate, in a picturesque riverside setting
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A woman in a red dress stands confidently in a hallway, embodying her roles as a historian and TV presenter.
Lucy Worsley OBE
Historian, author, TV presenter and curator

Lucy Worsley OBE is one of Britain's leading historians and until recently was chief curator at Historic Royal Palaces. She has written a number of books, including Courtiers: A Secret History Of The Georgian Court, If Walls Could Talk: An Intimate History Of Your Home and a biography of Agatha Christie.

Lucy has presented a number of history shows including Six Wives With Lucy Worsley, Jane Austen: Behind Closed Doors and Lucy Worsley On The Mystery Queen which followed in the footsteps of Christie in Egypt. She is also the winner of a Specialist Factual Bafta for the documentary Suffragettes With Lucy Worsley.

Price includes

  • Three-night stay at the Herriots Hotel, Skipton
  • Welcome drink on evening of arrival
  • Daily breakfast
  • Daily dinner served with wine, tea & coffee
  • Lunch in Haworth
  • A talk and Q&A with Lucy Worsley
  • A talk and introduction to the poetry of the Brontës at Bolton Abbey by Brontë expert
  • Private visit to the Brontë Parsonage Museum
  • Self-guided visit to Bolton Abbey & discover the Yorkshire Dales scenery that inspired the Brontë sisters' work
  • Visit to Haworth Church
  • Guided tour of Brontë Birthplace in Thornton
  • Comfortable coach travel throughout
  • Services of a Tour Manager throughout

Essential information


The hotel has on-site complimentary parking, this operates on a first come basis. Skipton railway station is located just a 1-minute walk from the hotel.

Availability

From
Mon, Mon, Oct 11, 2027
To
Thu, Thu, Oct 14, 2027
Duration
4 Days
Price per person
£1,499*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement from £300. Deposit: 30%. All mandatory additional charges are included in the price. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Tripsmiths Travel Ltd (ATOL bonded).

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Itinerary

  1. Day
    1
    Arrive in Skipton
    Skipton, United Kingdom

    Make your own way to the Herriots Hotel and check-in for your three night stay. This evening, enjoy a welcome drink and group dinner at the hotel.

    Meals - Dinner
  2. Day
    2
    Haworth
    Haworth, United Kingdom

    After breakfast this morning, immerse yourself in the world of Charlotte, Emily and Anne. Travel to Haworth in the company of Lucy Worsley. Before entering the Parsonage, you will be given a talk from Dr Lucy Worsley, before visiting the family home.

    After your time at the Brontë Parsonage make your way to a local café for a group lunch, where you will also be joined by Johnnie and Lucy. Enjoy some free time to browse the top of the village and later, take a visit to the Graveyard and a look at the social history of the 1830s in Haworth, especially public health. Visit St Michael and All Angels, the Parish Church, known as the site of Patrick's Church.

    Hear from Anne Dinsdale, the Curator of the Parsonage and one of the world's most renowned Bronte Scholars who will give a talk on the Brontë Society and on the future of the society.

    Return to the coach and depending on the weather, take a short drive up to Penistone Hill for a glance at the landscape that both inspired and sustained the family. Return to the hotel for a group dinner.

    Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  3. Day
    3
    Bolton Abbey and Brontë Birthplace
    Thornton, United Kingdom

    After breakfast this morning, travel along the Southern Dales to Bolton Abbey for a self-guided visit. These are the glorious ruins of an Augustinian Priory which nestle along the banks of the River Wharfe. The knave of the Abbey Church was kept intact and used for a Parish Church and this is where Charlotte took her friend Ellen Nussey on one of her early visits to Haworth. Patrick, her father, hired a carriage to take them for a day out. The Abbey is part of the Duke of Devonshire's estate and today the Abbey gatehouse is his Shooting Lodge.

    Before leaving Bolton Abbey take time to have some lunch at the Cavendish Pavilion (at your own expense). We will then continue to Thornton to visit the Brontë Birthplace. The Brontë Birthplace is a house in Market Street, Thornton, West Yorkshire, where writers Anne, Charlotte and Emily Brontë, and their brother Branwell, were born between 1816 and 1820. You will be given a guided tour of the house.

    Return to the hotel for a final group dinner.

    Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
  4. Day
    4
    Departure
    Skipton, United Kingdom

    After breakfast this morning, check out of the hotel. You may wish to spend further time exploring before you make your way home.

    Meals - Breakfast

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Availability

From
Mon, Mon, Oct 11, 2027
To
Thu, Thu, Oct 14, 2027
Duration
4 Days
Price per person
£1,499*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement from £300. Deposit: 30%. All mandatory additional charges are included in the price. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Tripsmiths Travel Ltd (ATOL bonded).

Call now to book +442039932958
Quote ref: BRONTEWORSLEY
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