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One of North Yorkshire’s most popular market towns (officially - it won the Great British High Street Award’s best market town category), Helmsley is somewhere everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime. Although if you go once, you are likely to go back time and time again - a visit to this picturesque place, which has so much going on, feels like a breath of fresh air.
Helmsley is a perfect destination for those who love the great outdoors with a wealth of walking and cycling routes through the North York Moors National Park which is on its doorstep. The Discovery Trail showcases local history on an easy loop, while cyclists can enjoy routes like the Helmsley to Rievaulx Abbey ride and the challenging North York Moors Cycleway, passing through heather landscapes and hidden valleys on quieter roads. One of the highlights is the Cleveland Way, a renowned national trail that starts in Helmsley. If you fancy taking a dip to cool off, the town’s open-air pool is a refreshing option in the summer months.
If you prefer a more leisurely pace, take a trip back in time at the town’s castle, admire the stunning blooms and floral arches at the walled garden, marvel at spectacular birds of prey displays at the nearby estate, or wander stunning National Trust sites just outside of town. Take a stroll around and browse the town’s many independent shops and boutiques, savour a bite to eat in the welcoming cafés and bakeries, delicious delis and welcoming pubs and restaurants. When it’s time to rest after a day exploring, choose from a range of quality accommodation from spa hotels to cosy cottages.
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Businesses in Helmsley
Studford Luxury Lodges
Tucked away in a quiet corner of the North York Moors National Park, just… Tucked away in a quiet corner of the North York Moors National Park, just four miles from the market town of Helmsley, these luxurious designer tree…
Holly-Garth Holiday Cottage
Holly-Garth is a superbly equipped 4 star holiday cottage near the centre… Holly-Garth is a superbly equipped 4 star holiday cottage near the centre of the pretty town of Helmsley, on the edge of the North York Moors. We…
The Black Swan Helmsley
The Black Swan Hotel at Helmsley is a historic inn, turned boutique hotel.… The Black Swan Hotel at Helmsley is a historic inn, turned boutique hotel. Right in the heart of one of the North York Moors’ prettiest towns, the…
Helmsley and Rievaulx Abbey Walk
The route from the market town of Helmsley to Rievaulx Abbey is a… The route from the market town of Helmsley to Rievaulx Abbey is a well-trodden one, but it never loses its capacity to delight and inspire.
Rievaulx Moor Easy Access Walk
From the Forestry Commission car park on the B1257 north of Helmsley the… From the Forestry Commission car park on the B1257 north of Helmsley the route arcs around the northern edge of Rievaulx moor.
Ampleforth Abbey
Set in acres of beautiful scenery, Ampleforth Abbey is home to the largest… Set in acres of beautiful scenery, Ampleforth Abbey is home to the largest Benedictine community of monks in the UK. We extend a warm welcome to…
Ampleforth Abbey Tea Room
Situated in the beautiful grounds of Ampleforth Abbey, and a short walk… Situated in the beautiful grounds of Ampleforth Abbey, and a short walk from the Abbey Church, our oak-panelled Tea Room is a welcoming spot to relax…
Cliff Cottages - Cecil Cottage
The location and surrounding views are breathtaking during all seasons at… The location and surrounding views are breathtaking during all seasons at Cecil Cottage. It’s a very peaceful place despite being so close to the…
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National Parks remain some of the darkest places in Great Britain and we… National Parks remain some of the darkest places in Great Britain and we celebrate our star-studded skies at Festivals throughout autumn and…
Join us for a week of apple fun this October half-term to celebrate our… Join us for a week of apple fun this October half-term to celebrate our apple-growing tradition here at Ampleforth Abbey.- Apple Tasting – try…
Ampleforth Abbey’s 200-year-old heritage orchard is one of the largest in… Ampleforth Abbey’s 200-year-old heritage orchard is one of the largest in the North of England, home to an astonishing 1,500 apple trees and more…
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