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    England’s largest county, where there's so much to explore. Whatever type of trip you are looking for, you will find it in this amazing part of the country.

    Find your escape in the endless beauty of our countryside, discover your next adventure at one of our exciting attractions, uncover the stories of our past at magnificent historical sites and museums, find peace and tranquillity along our beautiful coastline or make yourself at home in our charming market towns and villages. Whether you seek adventure, relaxation, or both, North Yorkshire is the perfect place for a UK break.

    Come and see for yourself—there’s so much more to North Yorkshire. Whether for a weekend or a week, North Yorkshire is a place you'll want to return to again and again.

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    Think you know North Yorkshire? Alongside breathtaking scenery and stunning, sweeping landscapes, you will discover wild and memorable experiences, as well as new places to explore. Take time out at the beach or in the countryside and be at one with nature, take a trip to the past and discover historic treasures, or take your taste buds on an adventure and enjoy culinary delights before you head to a memorable night out with friends.

    Escape to North Yorkshire

    Discover your next getaway in North Yorkshire. Switch off in luxury accommodation, explore stunning scenery, immerse yourself in rich history, and take time for yourself in calming spas.

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    Playful, Exciting, Charming, Delicious...  North Yorkshire is everything you are looking for in your short break.  Filled with excitement, history and beauty, this is the place to find your escape with relaxing breaks in stunning landscapes, wild and memorable experiences between pretty locations, packed with peaceful and relaxing charm. North Yorkshire is ready to welcome you...

    Find your family escape in North Yorkshire

    Discover your perfect family escape in North Yorkshire, where every corner offers a unique experience. Wander through stunning gardens, explore ruined abbeys steeped in history and mystery, or immerse yourself in fascinating museums that bring the past to life.

    Father Christmas's North Yorkshire Visit

    Join Father Christmas as he explores the festive season in North Yorkshire! From Christmas Fayres and artisan markets to magical events, North Yorkshire is the perfect place to start your Christmas celebrations.

    Enjoy glittering events, meet Father Christmas and his helpers, and marvel at incredible light displays. Unwind with loved ones and indulge in delicious meals, and treat yourself to special gift experiences and enjoy luxurious accommodation. 

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    POV: You've just discovered a road in North Yorkshire with stunning scenery and amazing views 😍 "One of England's most spectacular roads" with breathtaking views of the countryside on all sides ⛰️ The 2-mile route between Hawes and Thwaite features 16 corners and rises 1690ft above sea level. The pass is named after the Buttertubs - dramatic limestone potholes on the route 📷 📍Buttertubs Pass, Yorkshire Dales #visitnorthyorkshire
    🪁 Filey Kite Festival is back! 🪁 Watch the skies come alive from 18 to 20 September at Filey Brigg Country Park Expect giant kites soaring overhead, fairground rides, tasty food and sweet treats, plus the much-loved Teddy Bear Drop! 🧸 ✨ New for 2026: a spectacular Friday Night Flight, where illuminated kites will light up the night sky 📅 Friday: 6.30pm to 9pm 📅 Saturday & Sunday: 10am to 4pm 👉 Search "Filey Kite Festival" on our website to plan your visit! #Filey #FileyKiteFestival #VisitNorthYorkshire #NorthYorkshireEvents #FamilyFun
    Take the 36 bus from Leeds or Harrogate to Ripon with @transdev_bus and enjoy a relaxing journey with free wi-fi, USB charging points and comfy seats 🚍 Enjoy the scenery along the route from the top deck before arriving in the city of Ripon 😎 The bus station is near the market square, shops and attractions and with buses running every 30 minutes, you can enjoy a great day out 🛍 📍Ripon #visitnorthyorkshire #travelbybus
    What's on in Scarborough this month 👀🙌🏖️ Join the fun as we celebrate 400 years of Britain’s first seaside resort with a range of exciting events and activities for everyone to enjoy! 👇🥳 🏍️ Visit North Yorkshire 80th Anniversary Gold Cup Experience the excitement of road racing at one of the biggest weekends in @olivers.mount 80-year history, there will be top level races, parades, entertainment and live music 📍 Oliver’s Mount, 4 to 6 September 🎩 Sunday Best Parade Dress up and step back in time to join a special promenade on Scarborough's historic South Cliff. Registration required: £10 per person - children and carers free. 📍 Beeforth's Hive, 6 September, from 11am 🤩 Scarborough 400 Deckchair Trail Explore the town and seafront to find all 10 giant deckchairs before the trail ends, make sure to tag us in your photos! 📍 Across Scarborough until 6 September ✨ Scarborough Goldwing Light Parade An eye-catching parade of Goldwing motorcycles, illuminated by neon lights. Enjoy live entertainment and displays from 12pm, followed by a spectacular illuminated procession from 8pm. Money raised will support Yorkshire Air Ambulance 📍 Scarborough West Pier, Marine Drive and South Bay, 12 September 🏖️ 400 Sandcastles for Scarborough 400 Take part in a free unique challenge and help build as many sandcastles as you can, with prizes up for grabs 📍 Scarborough South Bay, 13 September, 11am to 1pm 🏄 @thescarbfair, Scarborough Extreme Unleash your inner adventurer and discover a wide range of exciting free activities to inspire the next generation of sports enthusiasts 📍 North Bay and across Scarborough, 19 to 20 September To learn more and book your tickets for each event, click the link in our bio
    Four historic ruins you must visit at least once in your lifetime! 🤩✨   📍@ntfountainsabbey, @nationaltrust A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of England’s largest and best-preserved monastic ruins, combining centuries of history and breathtaking views.   📍@Rievaulx_Abbey, English Heritage  Once one of England’s wealthiest monasteries, nestled in a picturesque valley. Make a day of it and explore the scenic 7-mile circular walk from Helmsley.   📍Whitby Abbey, English Heritage Quite possibly North Yorkshire’s most dramatic ruins, inspiring visitors for centuries. Discover legends, shipwrecks and Bram Stoker’s inspiration for Dracula.   📍Byland Abbey, @englishheritage A hidden gem within the Howardian Hills, renowned for its beautiful Gothic architecture and its influence on York Minster’s iconic Rose Window.   #VisitNorthYorkshire #TheresMoreToNorthyorkshire #EnglishHeritage #NationalTrust #HistoricDaysOut
    It's Bank Holiday Sunday! 🙌 If you're looking for inspiration on where to explore this bank holiday, nothing quite beats the magic of stumbling upon an unexpected waterfall hidden deep inside a limestone gorge or leafy woodland ✨ From dramatic single drops with deep plunge pools to cascading tiered falls, the Yorkshire Dales wins hands-down for the most spectacular and varied waterfalls. Here are some of our favourites, along with where to find them. ❗Stay Safe Around Water: Please take care around open water. Water temperatures can be dangerously cold, while hidden rocks, strong currents, and underwater vegetation can catch even experienced swimmers off guard. For further advice see our link in bio 🔗 #Waterfalls #WaterSafety #YorkshireDales #NorthYorkshire #VisitNorthYorkshire @yorkshiredales 📍 Mill Gill Force, Askrigg 📍 Catrigg Force, Settle 📍 Buckden Gill Falls, Buckden 📍 Middle Falls, Cray 📍 Cauldron Falls, West Burton 📍 Stainforth Foss, Settle
    Stage Four of the Lloyds @thetourofbritain Men is just around the corner 🚴‍♂️ Racing from Helmsley, through North Yorkshire’s National Parks and National Landscapes, to the finish line in Leyburn. The peloton will fly past some of the country’s most stunning scenery! Here is our round-up of the charming towns and historic villages the race will be passing through – maybe it will inspire your own tour of North Yorkshire? 📅 Saturday 5 September ⏱️ Helmsley start time: 11:00 ⏱️ Leyburn expected finish time: 15:20 Head to our link in bio for all the details 🔗 #LloydsTourOfBritainMen #Cycling #RoadCycling #NorthYorkshire #VisitNorthYorkshire @yorkshiredales @northyorkmoors @britishcycling Check out the race map 🗺️ 📍 Starting in Helmsley, a picturesque market town situated on the edge of the North York Moors with medieval castle ruins, 5-acre walled gardens, and the starting point for Cleveland Way National Trail 🌷 📍 Easingwold This Georgian market town is lined with independent cafes and shops. It’s the perfect base for exploring the rolling landscape of the Howardian Hills. Nearby is the White Horse of Kilburn cut into the hillside 🌄 📍 Boroughbridge A historic coaching town situated directly on the River Ure. Nearby are the prehistoric standing stones of the Devil's Arrows and a remarkable, preserved Roman site in Aldborough 🏺️ 📸 @cate.couling 📍 Ripon A historic cathedral city, and officially England’s fourth smallest city. A must-visit close by is the UNESCO World Heritage Site at @ntfountainsabbey 🏛️ 📸 northern_lass_photography 📍 Pateley Bridge Set in the Nidderdale National Landscape, the town of Pateley has an unusual steep, linear high-street. Located further along the ToB route you can find the ancient limestone caves of @stumpcrosscaverns 🔦 📸 @from_yorkshire_and_back 📍 Kettlewell A picture-perfect postcard village in the Yorkshire Dales, home to three pubs, and known for Park Rash Pass - one of the steepest, most notorious mountain pass roads in the UK ⛰️ 📸 @from_yorkshire_and_back 📍 Buckden Nestled at the base of Buckden Pike, this Dales village with stone cottages and stunning valley views, serves as
    Find out why North Yorkshire is a kinda chic place to visit ➡️ 📍Thornton-le-Dale #visitnorthyorkshire 📍Filey 📍Knaresborough 📍Hunmanby Gap 📍Wensleydale 📍Hawes 📍Swaledale 📍Hutton-le-Hole 📍Whitby
    To celebrate International Dog Day, we're sharing some of your wonderful dogs enjoying their adventures in North Yorkshire 🐾❤️🐶 Where does your dog love to explore? 🏰Bolton Abbey - @life_of_mabel.olive 😎Sandsend - @dexter__thecockapoo 💐Helmsley - @cava.chewie 🌊Whitby - @giz.giz.ginna 🍃Goathland - @jaxthegoldenretriever2 🌾Ripon - @arthurgoldenpaws Discover dog-friendly beaches, accommodation, and restaurants 👉 Click the link in our bio #DogsOfInstagram #VisitNorthYorkshire #DogFriendly
    August in North Yorkshire 😍✨🌄 Where is your favourite place to watch the sunset? 📍 Easterside Hill, North York Moors 🎥 @latitude54north
    Adventure awaits, here’s your next road trip! 🚗🍃🏰  Hidden gems, unique experiences, and plenty of historic charm, there’s more to North Yorkshire than you might expect 👀 #RoadTrip #Staycation #TravelInspiration #TheresMoreToNorthYorkshire @visitengland We’d recommend 3-5+ days to experience this part of North Yorkshire to its full potential 🤩 📍@forbiddencornerofficial, a four-acre labyrinth of underground tunnels, hidden chambers, follies, and surprises as you turn each corner 📍Middleham, known for its cobbled charm and horse racing heritage, this market town features Middleham Castle, an impressive fortress to explore 📍@Brymoricecreamparlour, a real dairy ice cream parlour and café with classic flavours and intriguing specialities, there’s a flavour for everyone 📍@HowSteanGorge, a unique way to explore the local landscape and guaranteed to get your heart racing with abseiling, gorge walking and Yorkshire’s only Via Ferrata course 📍Pateley Bridge, with a thriving high street you’ll be spoilt for choice with shops, cafés and bakeries. Head for the hills on foot or two wheels, with plenty of routes to explore 📍Brimham Rocks, this surreal landscape of giant sandstone rock formations was carved out by ice, wind, and rain over 320 million years ago 📍@RHSHarlowCarr, packed with vibrant colours and your favourite flowers, it’s a wholesome spot to enjoy with friends 📍Knaresborough, a charming riverside town renowned for its iconic viaduct, medieval castle ruins and the fascinating Mother Shipton’s Cave   Check out our latest itinerary for more inspiration 👉 click the link in our bio.
    Stage Four of Lloyds @thetourofbritain is coming to North Yorkshire! 🚴 On Saturday 5 September 2026, the peloton will set off from Helmsley, taking on a challenging route through the North York Moors and the Yorkshire Dales, to the finish line in Leyburn. Be inspired to head out on your bike and try some of the county’s best road cycling routes. Read our latest blog (link in bio) to help you plan your cycling adventures 🔗 #LloydsTourOfBritain #Cycling #NorthYorkshire #CycleFriendly #VisitNorthYorkshire @britishcycling

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