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Think you know North Yorkshire? think again!
Yes, we’ve got the rolling hills, two National Parks, three protected landscapes and scenery that will make you grab your camera. Yes, you’ll find crumbling abbeys, castle ruins, magnificent stately homes and churches that have stood quietly for centuries. And yes, you’ll find cute cows and woolly sheep drifting across the landscape, and market towns perfect for lingering. Between them lie beautiful gardens — some grand and sculpted, others quiet, tucked-away corners that feel made just for you.
But that’s just the postcard version.
Because North Yorkshire is also a place where you can trade gentle strolls for gorge scrambling, sunrise paddleboarding, wild cycling routes and those moments that leave your pulse racing. It’s where a climb to our highest peaks can end with plates worthy of a Michelin guide, enterprising food producers where you can get stuck into afternoon teas with a cheesy twist (and stock up for your fridge at home), and more craft breweries and pubs than you could reasonably sample in one long weekend.
Think luxury hotels designed for unwinding, sleek spas tucked behind ancient stone, and hideaways made for switching off completely. It’s sleepy landscapes paired with bold, modern food; lively towns with cultural hotspots; and peaceful nature walks that end in cocktail bars and tasting menus.
This is North Yorkshire made for your kind of weekend - the spontaneous one, the adventure-filled one, the “treat yourself” one, the one you didn’t even know was possible here.
There’s more to see. More to taste. More to feel. More to discover.
There's more to a day out in North Yorkshire
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Think you know North Yorkshire? There’s more to it than you might expect.… Think you know North Yorkshire? There’s more to it than you might expect. We’ve put together a three‑day itinerary so you don’t miss out on hidden treasures and standout experiences.
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North Yorkshire needs to be your activity go-to destination all year… North Yorkshire needs to be your activity go-to destination all year round. Find out how you can spend a few days in the area and have your choice of action and adventure options.
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Whether you are looking to book a getaway over a long bank holiday weekend… Whether you are looking to book a getaway over a long bank holiday weekend or you have booked a few days off from work, our itinerary has some great ideas to help you plan the perfect long break in…
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North Yorkshire offers everything you need for a fantastic break in the… North Yorkshire offers everything you need for a fantastic break in the great outdoors. Explore beautiful gardens, try high octane activities and even experience life as a farmer!
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Britain’s highest pub sitting at 1,732 feet on the moors north of… Britain’s highest pub sitting at 1,732 feet on the moors north of Swaledale. This historic hostelry is a traditional North Country pub with stone floors and real fires and has been offering food,…
Experience 24 miles of scenic steam or diesel travel on the North… Experience 24 miles of scenic steam or diesel travel on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, a historic, volunteer-run attraction. Explore the stations along the route of Pickering, Levisham,…
The magnificent ruins of the once prosperous Fountains Abbey, the largest… The magnificent ruins of the once prosperous Fountains Abbey, the largest monastic ruins in the country, sit alongside a Georgian water garden that is sure to delight your senses.
Set amongst the rugged Yorkshire landscape, RHS Garden Harlow Carr is the… Set amongst the rugged Yorkshire landscape, RHS Garden Harlow Carr is the perfect spot for a day out that combines garden inspiration with outdoor exploration, all on the doorstep of the historic…
Set in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales you’ll find our Wensleydale… Set in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales you’ll find our Wensleydale Creamery, home of our famous creamy, crumbly Yorkshire Wensleydale cheese and our fantastic Visitor Centre; the UK’s flagship…
