Yorkshire Dales, TV Soap Country
Our soap fanatics kicked of their TV tour in the heart of Goathland, famously
known as the setting for the long-running TV show Heartbeat. It wasn't long before we were spotting iconic locations such as Scripps Garage and the Village Stores. We
then headed to Goathland Station, which has been
featured in numerous films, including Harry Potter and The Railway Children.
The station was beautifully preserved, offering a glimpse into life as it was
in the 1960s.
We couldn't resists buying a few souvenirs in the what was Scripps Garage and it was full to burst with trinkets and mementos.
Our next destination was the Wensleydale Creamery, famous for its traditional
cheese-making methods and its role in the Wallace and Gromit films. We were fortunate enough to witness cheese being made and learned
about the fascinating evolution of the process over the years. The highlight
was the cheese tasting session, where over 40 varieties were available.
Needless to say, we all found a few favourites and stocked up on delicious
cheeses to take home.
In glorious sunshine we
drove to Esholt, the village that served as the filming location for Emmerdale
for over two decades. We visited the famous Woolpack pub and even tried our
hand at pulling a few pints behind the bar. Afterwards, we strolled around the
village, soaking in its beauty before visiting the church, where many of the
show’s iconic weddings and funerals took place.
Continuing our tour we set off for Holmfirth, the setting of Last of the Summer Wine. The TV show,
which ran for an incredible 30 years, followed the humorous adventures of three
old friends and was a staple of British television. Our next stop
was Nora Batty’s house, now a museum dedicated to the beloved show. We toured
the museum, watched old episodes, and laughed at the antics of the characters
we had grown to love. The visit brought back fond memories for everyone.
There was only one thing on everyone's mind and that was an ice cream treat and we knew just the place! We headed
to Brymore Ice Cream Parlour, where we enjoyed delicious homemade ice cream
made from the milk of the farm’s own cows. We savoured every bite, and some of
us even tried their seasonal specialties
We drove to the famous seaside town of Whitby. This town
is rich in history and mystery and is known for its dramatic cliffs and the
haunting ruins of Whitby Abbey. The abbey inspired Bram Stoker’s Dracula, and
we couldn’t resist the opportunity to explore its eerie beauty. From the abbey,
we enjoyed panoramic views of the town and coastline, which made for the
perfect backdrop to our next adventure. Whitby’s maritime heritage was just as
captivating. The town was once home to Captain James Cook, the famous explorer,
and we learned about his early days as a ship’s apprentice in the harbour. We
strolled through the narrow streets, filled with unique independent shops
selling everything from traditional Whitby jet jewellery to vintage trinket
We couldn't going down to the beach and writing our names in the sand.
A lovely morning was spent at a nearby petting farm, where we got up close and personal with guinea
pigs, ferrets, and giant rabbits. We spent the afternoon grooming miniature
ponies and feeding lambs and goats, making it a memorable experience for
everyone.
We were in chocolate heaven when we stopped off at the local chocolate factory, where we watched chocolatiers craft exquisite
chocolates and Easter eggs. We had the chance to make our own chocolate pizzas,
decorating them with colourful sweets, before enjoying hot chocolate made with
the finest chocolate from the factory.
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