HPB provides holidays for life. As it is an investment product, however, it is subject to charges, your capital is at risk and you may not be able to cash in during your first two years. Please read "How HPB works" for a summary of the principal risks and benefits.
  • Lodge Yard, Askrigg

Lodge Yard, Askrigg, Yorkshire Dales, England

Things to do in the Yorkshire Dales

The nearby market town of Hawes is situated on the Pennine Way at the head of Wensleydale (near Hardraw Force waterfalls). The home of Wensleydale cheese and the Dales Countryside Museum was awarded the English Tourist Board Silver Award for the 'Best Day Trip Out'.

The Hawes National Park Centre, based in the Dales Countryside Museum, is one of five run by the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority. It has local crafts and an information area, and also provides community, educational and conference facilities.

The National Park itself was established in 1954 and covers an area of 1,762 square kilometres. It offers a recreational outdoor space and wildlife haven set amidst outstanding scenery with a rich cultural heritage.

Immerse yourself in nature and local history

Immerse yourself in nature and local history

There's another National Park Centre at Aysgarth Falls, less than five miles east of Askrigg. This impressive series of waterfalls, on the headwaters of the River Ure near the villages of Aysgarth and West Burton, have been attracting visitors for over 200 years. Ruskin, Turner and Wordsworth all visited and enthused at their outstanding beauty.

Just a few miles from Aysgarth is the well-preserved Bolton Castle, a massive 14th-century medieval fortress. Its oak beams were raised more than six centuries ago, but still support the great halls and galleries whose nine-feet thick walls soar upwards to the Civil War battlements. Built by Sir Richard Le Scrope, Lord Chancellor of England, it has never been sold and is privately owned by Lord Bolton, a direct descendant.

Hazel Brow Farm, a 15-minute drive north of Askrigg, is a 200-acre, family-run organic farm. Set in the heart of Swaledale, it has activities for all ages, from a nature trail challenge to some lovely self-guided walks starting at the farm.

Visit Richmond, then meet some birds of prey

Visit Richmond, then meet some birds of prey

Spend a day in Richmond, just 20 miles north east of Lodge Yard. Start at the museum, which tells the story of the town and its people. Based in a former joiner's workshop, it opened in 1978 and now has seven galleries.

Then why not head to the award-winning Green Howards Regimental Museum? Richmond is at the heart of the regiment's recruiting area and the museum charts its history to the present day, taking in the Crimean War, the North-West Frontier of India, the Boer War and World War I.

Enjoy a production at the Georgian Theatre Royal, the UK's most complete Georgian playhouse. Built by Samuel Butler in 1788, he also managed the theatre along with those at Beverley, Harrogate, Kendal, Northallerton, Ulverston and Whitby. There's something for everyone, from music and comedy to drama and dance.

Alternatively, head 25 miles east to Thorp Perrow Arboretum and its Bird of Prey and Mammal Centre. A great family day out, learn more about these spectacular birds and associated wildlife with a hands-on experience. The centre's flying demonstrations and informative commentary teach about eagles, falcons, hawks, vultures and owls from all five continents of the world.

A magnificent museum and an impressive castle

A magnificent museum and an impressive castle

Bowes Museum is 30 miles north of Askrigg, located in the historic market town of Barnard Castle.

The museum building was built in the 19th century by John Bowes and Joséphine Coffin-Chevallier (a Parisian actress who Bowes married in 1852), and houses internationally significant collections of fine and decorative arts.

The nearby large and impressive Raby Castle has interiors and artworks from the medieval, regency and Victorian periods.

Awesome caverns and miles of footpaths

Awesome caverns and miles of footpaths

Just 50 minutes south of Askrigg, Stump Cross Caverns is located on the border of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Watch a film on the history and development of the caverns in the lecture theatre, then take a break in the tea room or browse the gift shop.

Bolton Abbey, set on the banks of the River Wharfe, is a short drive away. Explore the priory ruins or some of the 80 miles of footpaths on this 30,000-acre site. Afterwards, enjoy some local produce in the restaurants, or pick up some presents.

White Scar Cave is only 20 miles south west of Lodge Yard. Sculpted by nature over thousands of years, this beautifully lit subterranean landscape has streams, waterfalls, exotic cave formations and an ice-age cavern adorned with stalactites.

Head to Harrogate

Head to Harrogate

For something different, Lightwater Valley Theme Park has over 40 rides and attractions, including The Ultimate, the longest roller coaster in Europe.

The more relaxing Nidderdale Museum is in nearby Pateley Bridge. Housed in a former workhouse, this fascinating museum's 11 rooms illustrate Nidderdale's rural life.

Just west of the town, Parcevall Hall Gardens are the Yorkshire Dales' only Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and English Heritage registered gardens open to the public.

A little further south east, the Victorian spa town of Harrogate has the Royal Pump Room Museum, Mercer Art Gallery and theatre, as well as the Harrogate Odeon Cinema. It has plenty of boutiques and good restaurants to suit all tastes.

Harrogate is close to many natural and other attractions, including Brimham Rocks, How Stean Gorge and Plumpton Rocks. It's also home to The Great Yorkshire Show, held in July every year.

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Take out a Holiday Property Bond before 31st October 2024, and not only will you be giving yourself, your friends and your family a lifetime of top-quality holidays. You, and the family, could also be spending a day in a winter wonderland; and meeting Father Christmas himself

For a party of up to six (a mix of adults and children), this day-trip to Lapland includes snowmobiling, husky sledding, and a reindeer sleigh ride – plus the highlight: a private family meeting with Father Christmas, where you can tell him of your Christmas wish list!

After an overnight stay at Birmingham airport’s Novotel (parking included), your flight to Finland’s northernmost region departs early in the morning of 16th December – to give you and the family as much time as possible enjoying Lapland’s Christmas magic. And after your day playing in the snow you’ll return tired but happy, to another night in a comfortable hotel bed before heading home with a boot-full of happy memories (and perhaps a gift or two).

Meals are provided on the outbound and inbound flights, plus a hearty lunch in Lapland, thermal snow suits, winter boots – everything you need to keep warm and get the most out of your day.

Invest before the end of October for your chance to win this fantastic prize. And don’t forget to keep 16th December free. Good luck!

Prize Draw rules
1. Invest by 31st October 2024 and you will be entered into the draw. 2. The winner will be drawn by a solicitor. 3. The winner will receive the prize of a day trip to Lapland for a party of six (mix of adults and children) on 16th December 2024 from Birmingham Airport. Return flights with hot meals, a range of activities and overnight accommodation and parking at Birmingham Airport at the start and end of the break is included. The trip is not suitable for infants under 2 years old. 4. The winner will be drawn from those who invest by 31st October 2024 and existing Bondholders who top up their Bond or refer friends. 5. The prize can only be claimed by those who are 18 or over and is not available to HPB employees, associates or those in their households. 6. No cash alternative available. 7. The winners will be notified by 22nd November 2024.

User Charge

The no-profit user charge is all you pay when you book your holiday. It covers the actual costs of servicing the properties, including housekeeping, laundry and maintenance of the many free-to-use-onsite facilities. It is charged per property - NOT per person. And it does not vary with the season: instead, the user-charge remains constant all year round.

For example:
A week for two in the Scottish Highlands could cost around £324 user charge, including VAT*, even at the height of the season.

A week for a party of eight in a four bedroom villa at Physkos, Turkey in August could cost around £577 in user charge

We're so confident you'll be delighted with HPB that we offer you a 'Money Back Promise'!

In regular surveys, Bondholders tell us how happy they are with HPB holidays. That's why we feel confident in giving you the extra reassurance of our unprecedented 'Money Back Promise':

If you take your first HPB holiday within three years of investing and are not, for any reason, entirely happy, you can cash in your HPB investment within 14 days of your return.

Whatever the encashment value, the parent company of the issuer of HPB will make up any difference so that you get back the full amount of your original payment, including charges.

This offer applies to a holiday at any HPB owned property which is taken by at least one of the Bondholders themselves.

Full details of the offer will be provided before you invest.

Restrictions

If you do not use our "Money Back Promise" offer explained in "How HPB works", you may cash in after two years at a value linked to that of the properties and securities but you should not expect to get back the full amount you paid because of charges and changes in the value of HPB’s properties and securities. In exceptional circumstances cashing in may be deferred for up to twelve months.

Your inflation-protected Holiday Points

HPB's holiday benefits are provided through a Holiday Points system. Each £1 you invest (including any adviser charge) adds one Holiday Point to the allocation of Holiday Points that you receive every year for as long as you hold your bond. Each time you book a holiday, you exchange Holiday Points for the accommodation you want, with the number of Holiday Points required depending on the location, size of property and season.

Here are some examples of how it works in practice (2022 rates):

For two people, holidaying out of season:
A week in Stigliano, Tuscany from 1,530 points
A week in The Trossachs, Scotland from 2,430 points
A week in St Brides Castle, Pembrokeshire from 2,260 points

And in the height of summer:
A week in Rocha Brava, Portgual from 8,190 points
A week in the Lake District from 9,760 points
A week in Le Mont de St Siméon, France from 14,180 points

If you have a minimum qualifying investment you can also book Short Notice Points Free holidays, subject to availability. Bookings can be made up to 28 days in advance for UK holidays and up to 56 days in advance for overseas. Even if you do not have a qualifying investment, you can still book Short Notice Points Free holidays up to 21 days ahead in the UK and up to 42 days ahead overseas.

Inflation protection: Your Holiday Points allocation is re-valued every year in line with the cost of providing additional holiday accommodation for new investors. This means your holiday accommodation booking power is fixed and protected against inflation. So you can look forward to top quality holidays for life.

A unique way to enjoy exclusive holidays year after year

Q. How does it work?

A. The way the Bond works is simple. Families like yours invest from £5,000 for exclusive access to a portfolio of over 1,500 top quality villas, cottages and apartments in 32 locations across 13 European countries, including over 600 properties in 19 locations in the UK. For each £1 invested you will receive one Holiday Point each year which you can use to book the properties. And when staying in them you do not pay a commercial rent, just a no-profit user charge covering actual running, maintenance and refurbishment costs. This charge is level throughout the year so there are no high season premiums. The average charge for a studio is around £360 and around £540 for a two bedroom property, for a week. Larger properties are also available. This no-profit user charge is only payable when you want to go on holiday. Your only ongoing commitment is a quarterly fee under £38 (that is around £150 a year), linked to RPIX.

Q. Will there be more properties in the future?

A. As we attract more investors the more properties we will add to the portfolio – increasing your holiday choice still further.

Q. How long can I holiday with HPB?

A. For life if you wish – the holiday benefits last as long as you hold the Bond. In due course you can pass it and the holiday benefits to your children and grandchildren, as many of our earlier investors have already done. If, however, at some point you and your family no longer wish to holiday with us you can surrender your Bond back to the company after two years or more (subject to deferral in exceptional circumstances). You will not get back the full amount you invested, although we would hope that you will have had some wonderful holidays. What you do get back will reflect initial charges (25%) taken before your money is invested in the HPB fund of holiday properties and securities. The fund itself also pays annual charges of around 2.5% of its net assets at cost, calculated monthly, as well as overheads. The value of the fund’s properties and securities can also go up or down and so, like most investments, your capital is at risk.

Q. Is the Bond available anywhere else?

A. No. HPB is available exclusively through HPB Management Limited.

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