Nestled in the picturesque valley of Swaledale, Richmond North Yorkshire is one of the most attractive towns in the UK thanks to its Georgian architecture. The town features a charming cobbled marketplace, which is surrounded by elegant 18th-century streets and buildings with a beautiful Gothic medieval church at its heart. Richmond has a plethora of independent shops and tempting eateries scattered throughout the town.

The iconic Richmond Castle, built soon after the Norman Conquest, stands majestically atop a commanding position overlooking the valley. The Swale River drops down large steps of rock at Richmond Falls, a popular spot in summer and just one of the many points of interest to be enjoyed on one of the riverside walks for which Swaledale is much loved. Anglers can also take advantage of the fantastic banks of the Swale River, which offer opportunities to catch salmon and trout.

Richmond’s long military history continues at the neighbouring Catterick Garrison. The town is home to the Green Howards Regimental Museum, which showcases the history of the regiment of the same name, now part of the Yorkshire Regiment, based at Catterick.

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