Guidebook for North Yorkshire
Arts & Culture
Thirsk is the inspiration for Darrowby in the James Herriot series of novels.
25 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
IsiXeko sikaJames Herriot
23 KirkgateThirsk is the inspiration for Darrowby in the James Herriot series of novels.
Parks & Nature
A great starting point for exploring the moors with a number of walking and cycling trails from the centre, including a short walk to the Kilburn Horse. Fantastic views of the Vale of York.
23 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Sutton Bank National Park Centre
Sutton BankA great starting point for exploring the moors with a number of walking and cycling trails from the centre, including a short walk to the Kilburn Horse. Fantastic views of the Vale of York.
Famous for its rock formations and a great location for a picnic. Managed by the National Trust. Car Park £5 for the day, free for members.
Brimham Rocks Road
Brimham Rocks RoadFamous for its rock formations and a great location for a picnic. Managed by the National Trust. Car Park £5 for the day, free for members.
Sightseeing
A great place for a day out with the ruins of Helmsley Castle and the walled garden easily accessible. There is a selection of gift shops, cafes and restaurants to explore including Hunters of Helmsley where you can sample homemade pies and local ice cream. The Feathers offers a traditional carvery on a Sunday. For the more energetic there is a 7 mile circular walk that takes in Rievaulx Abbey. The National Centre for Birds of Prey is also well worth a visit and is open throughout the year.
104 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Helmsley
A great place for a day out with the ruins of Helmsley Castle and the walled garden easily accessible. There is a selection of gift shops, cafes and restaurants to explore including Hunters of Helmsley where you can sample homemade pies and local ice cream. The Feathers offers a traditional carvery on a Sunday. For the more energetic there is a 7 mile circular walk that takes in Rievaulx Abbey. The National Centre for Birds of Prey is also well worth a visit and is open throughout the year.
Famous stately home that starred in the films 'Brideshead Revisited' and 'Victoria'.
220 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Castle Howard
Famous stately home that starred in the films 'Brideshead Revisited' and 'Victoria'.
A World Heritage Site. Stunning Georgian water gardens created by John and William Aislabie. Free entry to English Heritage and National Trust Members.
32 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Fountains Abbey kunye neStudley Royal Water Garden
A World Heritage Site. Stunning Georgian water gardens created by John and William Aislabie. Free entry to English Heritage and National Trust Members.
Shopping
Lewis & Cooper is an independent gourmet food store selling local delicacies. Famous for their hampers that make great gifts.
Lewis & Cooper
92 High StLewis & Cooper is an independent gourmet food store selling local delicacies. Famous for their hampers that make great gifts.