Guidebook to the Richmond area
Sightseeing
There's an excellent walk from Brompton Lakes along the River Swale, past the historical site Easby Abbey, and along the old railway track into Richmond. Finish off with a well-deserved coffee and cake at The Station.
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Easby Abbey
There's an excellent walk from Brompton Lakes along the River Swale, past the historical site Easby Abbey, and along the old railway track into Richmond. Finish off with a well-deserved coffee and cake at The Station.
Richmond has lots of historical sites around the marketplace and it is worth a visit to Richmond Castle. There are fantastic views out over the river and the Yorkshire Dales.
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Richmond Castle
Tower StreetRichmond has lots of historical sites around the marketplace and it is worth a visit to Richmond Castle. There are fantastic views out over the river and the Yorkshire Dales.
A great trip for the family, The Forbidden Corner is great with children in tow. It’s well described as a labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, follies and surprises you will love to get lost in, created in a four acre garden in the heart at Tupgill Park. Combine with a day out exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
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I-Forbidden Corner
A great trip for the family, The Forbidden Corner is great with children in tow. It’s well described as a labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, follies and surprises you will love to get lost in, created in a four acre garden in the heart at Tupgill Park. Combine with a day out exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
For those that love a tipple, Masham boasts three breweries including the famous Theakston’s headquarters and the Black Sheep Brewery.
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Black Sheep Brewery Fearby Road Site
Fearby RoadFor those that love a tipple, Masham boasts three breweries including the famous Theakston’s headquarters and the Black Sheep Brewery.
Along with Aysgarth Falls, a great spot to visit. There are walks close by, it's a beautiful sight, and which film lovers will recognise the scene from Robin Hood Prince of Thieves. There are some fantastic local pubs too.
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Hardraw Force
Bellow HillAlong with Aysgarth Falls, a great spot to visit. There are walks close by, it's a beautiful sight, and which film lovers will recognise the scene from Robin Hood Prince of Thieves. There are some fantastic local pubs too.
Set within the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside, Fountains Abbey is a one-of-a-kind, great day out for all of the family. Now recognised as a world heritage site, visitors are spoilt for choice with the breathtaking landscape along with a Jacobean Manor House, Medieval Deer Park, Victorian church and Cistercian mill.
With over 800 acres of parkland and gardens along with the tranquil water gardens of ponds, statues and follies, Fountains Abbey is a perfect place to take a stroll or pack up some lunch and have a picnic.
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Fountains Abbey
Set within the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside, Fountains Abbey is a one-of-a-kind, great day out for all of the family. Now recognised as a world heritage site, visitors are spoilt for choice with the breathtaking landscape along with a Jacobean Manor House, Medieval Deer Park, Victorian church and Cistercian mill.
With over 800 acres of parkland and gardens along with the tranquil water gardens of ponds, statues and follies, Fountains Abbey is a perfect place to take a stroll or pack up some lunch and have a picnic.
Food scene
Delicious French food in Richmond tucked away in the market square. Enjoy a delicious meal in the covered courtyard.
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Rustique Restaurant
Finkle StreetDelicious French food in Richmond tucked away in the market square. Enjoy a delicious meal in the covered courtyard.
Specialising in boutique burgers and 35-day aged grass-fed beef. This bistro-style pub also offers daily specials and good specials. We're fans of Wednesday burger nights too.
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The White Swan
51 High StSpecialising in boutique burgers and 35-day aged grass-fed beef. This bistro-style pub also offers daily specials and good specials. We're fans of Wednesday burger nights too.
One of England’s most iconic teashops, serving high-class brews and dainty treats to the gentry ever since 1919. We highly recommend popping in for a Fat Rascal!
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Bettys Café Tea Rooms
189A High StOne of England’s most iconic teashops, serving high-class brews and dainty treats to the gentry ever since 1919. We highly recommend popping in for a Fat Rascal!
An 18th century coaching inn serving high-quality, gourmet food. Named the ‘Dining Pub’ of the year multiple times. Try the slow roast duck!
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The Blue Lion Inn, Pub and Restaurant with Accommodation
Main RoadAn 18th century coaching inn serving high-quality, gourmet food. Named the ‘Dining Pub’ of the year multiple times. Try the slow roast duck!
There's a large outdoor terrace open all year round. The menu offers plenty of choice. It's also a family friendly spot.
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Black Bull Inn
There's a large outdoor terrace open all year round. The menu offers plenty of choice. It's also a family friendly spot.
Tapas and a huge range of tipples to try. This is a short walk from many of our Richmond properties, and a fun evening with friends or for a couple.
Number 29 Alehouse & Gin Bar
29 FrenchgateTapas and a huge range of tipples to try. This is a short walk from many of our Richmond properties, and a fun evening with friends or for a couple.
Neighbourhoods
Brompton Lakes is situated 2 miles east of the market town of Richmond, known as ‘The Gateway to The Dales’ and is recognised as one of Britain’s most beautiful market towns. With its 11th Century castle, fine historic buildings, large cobbled marketplace and many hidden corners, it is a treasure trove for visitors. You can walk from Brompton Lakes to Easby or Richmond along footpaths either side of the river.
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Richmond
Brompton Lakes is situated 2 miles east of the market town of Richmond, known as ‘The Gateway to The Dales’ and is recognised as one of Britain’s most beautiful market towns. With its 11th Century castle, fine historic buildings, large cobbled marketplace and many hidden corners, it is a treasure trove for visitors. You can walk from Brompton Lakes to Easby or Richmond along footpaths either side of the river.
Barnard Castle, known locally and affectionately as ‘Barney’, is an attractive and vibrant market town in Teesdale named after the castle around which it grew up. You will find river walks, the castle, Bowes Museum, Butter Gate Market, and a wide choice of interesting shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants.
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Barnard Castle
Flatts RoadBarnard Castle, known locally and affectionately as ‘Barney’, is an attractive and vibrant market town in Teesdale named after the castle around which it grew up. You will find river walks, the castle, Bowes Museum, Butter Gate Market, and a wide choice of interesting shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants.
City/town information
Masham is a must-visit market town with traditional shops and buildings that have endured over the years, from its butchers, bakers and sweet shops – there are no candlestick makers as of yet!
For those that love a tipple, Masham boasts three breweries including the famous Theakston’s headquarters and the Black Sheep Brewery, as well as an independent gin distillery at Corks and Cases.
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Masham
Masham is a must-visit market town with traditional shops and buildings that have endured over the years, from its butchers, bakers and sweet shops – there are no candlestick makers as of yet!
For those that love a tipple, Masham boasts three breweries including the famous Theakston’s headquarters and the Black Sheep Brewery, as well as an independent gin distillery at Corks and Cases.