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25 Free Days Out In East Yorkshire: Coast, Countryside & Hidden Gems

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East Yorkshire is perfect for a day trip, especially if you’re on a budget. From the vibrant city of Hull to the glorious Yorkshire Wolds and the unspoiled East Yorkshire Coast , there are plenty of free days out in East Yorkshire to enjoy.

So, if you’ve been wondering ‘where should I go for a day out in Yorkshire?’, you’ll soon see that East Yorkshire – also known as the East Riding of Yorkshire – should be on your bucket list.

This beautiful coastal county is more off-the-beaten-path than its better-known neighbours – and that’s precisely why you should visit!

What is the East Riding of Yorkshire famous for?

In addition to its beautiful coast and countryside, East Yorkshire is well known for the fantastic lobsters caught in the chilly North Sea and for a delicious variation of Yorkshire Parkin – a dark, delicious, and chewy traybake made with oats, treacle (molasses) and ginger.

You can try plenty of fresh fish and chips in East Yorkshire, plus all of the other foods which Yorkshire is famous for, such as Yorkshire Pudding and Wensleydale Cheese.

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25 Inspiring Free Days Out in East Yorkshire 

The historic city of Hull is the best place to start for days out in East Yorkshire. Once run-down and unloved, Hull is now a thriving blend of old and new. The legacy of being the UK’s City of Culture in 2007 has left a lasting, positive mark.

Visit Hull’s Free Museums

Hull’s free museums are all located in the City Centre, within a short walk of the bus and train station.

Hull and East Riding Museum

Start at the Hull and East Riding Museum to learn about the region’s history, from the Iron Age to the modern day. 

Meet woolly mammoths, visit an Iron Age village and walk through a Roman bathhouse before checking out the impressive wooden warriors and a horde of real-life Viking treasure.

36 High Street, Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire HU1 1NE.

Maritime Museum 

The Maritime Museum in the old Victorian Dock Offices contains numerous artefacts such as ship models and an impressive fully-sized whale skeleton.

Streetlife Museum of Transport 

The Streetlife Museum in Hull takes you through 200 years of transport history. You can stroll along a perfectly recreated street from the 1940s or take a tram or carriage for an immersive tour through history. It’s the perfect day out in East Yorkshire for history buffs and transport lovers alike.

High St, Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire HU1 1PS

Hands-on History Museum

This fascinating museum is located in the old Grammar School where William Wilberforce studied. It’s the oldest secular building in the city and home to a fascinating museum that shows what life was like during the Victorian era for the people of Hull.

There’s also an Egyptian Gallery featuring a 2,600-year-old mummy and replicas of the treasures of Tutankhamun.

If you’re planning to visit Hull Minster, this museum is a perfect addition to your day out in Hull, as it is next door to the minster!

Church Side, Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire HU1 1RR

Wilberforce House 

William Wilberforce’s birthplace is now a museum charting the story of the transatlantic slave trade and his fight to end it. It offers thought-provoking and disturbing insight into contemporary slavery. It’s one of the best free things to do in East Yorkshire if social history is your passion.

23-25 High Street, Hull HU1 1NQ

Ferens Art Gallery 

Hull’s award-winning art gallery, the Ferens, has several permanent and temporary exhibitions from medieval times right up to the present day. Expect to see Old Masters and marine art alongside sculpture and contemporary works.

Queen Victoria Square, Carr Ln, Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire HU1 3RA

The Living Seas Centre 

You’ll find the Living Seas Centre in the beautiful chalk cliffs near Flamborough Head. In this marine education centre, you can learn about the local marine life through regular events. The centre is next to the beach, so why not pack a picnic and enjoy a day out?

  South Sea Rd, Flamborough, Bridlington YO15 1AE

The Arctic Corsair

Take a free guided tour around the Arctic Corsair, the only working North Sea trawler accessible to the general public. You’ll learn about life at sea and the dangers faced by fishermen during the Cod Wars.

Mooring: Streetlife Museum, High St, Hull HU1 1PS

The Old Penny Memories Museum

Do you remember spending days playing old ‘penny arcade’ games on trips to the seaside?  

You’ll feel nostalgic when you visit the quirky Old Penny Memories Museum in the coastal town of Bridlington. There’s a unique collection of fully working antique slot machines for you to discover, some of which are almost a century old!

The Promenades Shopping Centre, Bridlington. East Riding of Yorkshire. YO15 2DX

Explore Hull’s ‘Old Town

For a historical look at Hull, head to the city’s Old Town, with its cobbled streets.

You might like to walk the ‘Wilberforce Trail’ or to drop into the 16th century ‘Ye Olde White Hart’ pub in Silver Street. It’s where the English Civil War was plotted, according to local lore and you can see the ‘plotting parlour’ upstairs!

Spurn Point (or Spurn Head) 

Breath-taking and unique, Spurn Point is a 3.5-mile spit of land just 50 metres wide, jutting out into the North Sea and protecting the mouth of the Humber estuary. 

Home to diverse plants, animals, and birds like bar-tailed godwits, black redstarts and whitethroats to grassland residents like butterflies, dragonflies and moths, Spurn Point is also one of the best places in the UK to see migrating birds and take photographs.

For a small fee, you can also climb the disused lighthouse for a fabulous 360-degree panorama view. Visiting Spurn Point is one of the best free days out near Hull.

Hull Minster 

If you love cultural exploration and ancient architecture, you might like to spend your East Yorkshire days out exploring the county’s two marvellous minster churches.

Formerly the Holy Trinity Church, the brickwork in the early 14th century Hull Minster is one of the UK’s finest examples of medieval craftsmanship.

With beautiful stained-glass windows and intricately carved pews and floors, Hull Minster is a must-see for your bucket list of free places to visit in East Yorkshire.

Don’t forget to ask about the guided tour of the church and the fantastic bell tower tour!

S Church Side, Hull HU1 1RR

Beverley Minster

One of the finest examples of gothic architecture in the world, Beverley Minster was completed in 1425. It’s one of the UK’s largest parish churches – one-third bigger than all UK cathedrals!

Inside, you’ll be treated to beautiful stained glass, carved misericords, medieval minstrels and a stunning font dating back to about 1170 that’s made from just one piece of Frosterley marble from County Durham.

Download a free self-guided tour to help plan your day out in this part of East Yorkshire. 

38 Highgate, Beverley HU17 0DN

The Spurn Lightship

For almost 50 years, the Spurn Lightship helped ensure safe passage for seafarers through the treacherous waters of the Humber estuary. You can step aboard free of charge to learn how the lightship operated and why it was so important for so long.

The Spurn Lightship, Castle Street, Hull HU1 1TJ

The Humber Bridge 

When it opened in June 1981, the Humber Bridge was the world’s longest single-span suspension bridge at 2,220 metres. Today, it’s been surpassed many times and is only the 12th longest.

For the best views of the Humber bridge, the river and the surrounding areas, park at one of the riverside car parks and snap away!

A15, Barton-upon-Humber

East Yorkshire Beaches 

Hornsea beach .

The sand and shingle beach at Hornsea is perfect for exploring and collecting shells and driftwood with the kids, with an award-winning promenade.

Bridlington Beach and South Promenade

Bridlington is a quintessentially British family resort with an award-winning sandy beach and a promenade with a range of family-friendly attractions and picnic areas.

Flamborough

Just along the coast from Bridlington, you’ll find the spectacular ‘ Drinking Dinosaur ‘ rocks and Flamborough Lighthouse – the most perfect spots for sunrise photos.

Dane’s Dyke Beach 

If your idea of a perfect day at the beach is hunting for fossils, head for the white cliffs of Dane’s Dyke beach . When the tide is out, it’s a flat sandy beach with a pebble and rock area as you get closer to the cliffs.

If you don’t find fossils, you can search for crabs and other marine life in the rock pools, but check the tide tables before you go, and don’t get too close to the cliff edge in case of falling rocks!

Access to the beach is by walking from the car park down a steep (no vehicular access) road.

Danes Dyke Nature Reserve, Bridlington YO15 1AA

Fraisthorpe Beach 

Many years ago,  Fraisthorpe  was a nudist beach. Given the average temperature on this bracing coast, it’s no surprise that today’s visitors are far more covered up!

Fraisthorpe is popular with dog walkers as it’s one of the few where dogs are permitted year-round.

Days Out in The East Riding of Yorkshire: Outdoors

Bempton cliffs .

Bempton Cliffs  is recognised as one of the best places in the UK to see massed seabirds. 

The cliffs team with nests of puffins, gannets and all kinds of seabirds. Over 250,000 flock here to find a mate and raise their young. You can get close to see the birds from one of the six safe cliff-edge viewing platforms.

East Park 

Hull’s most extensive park, East Park, is rated as one of the best in England! The 120-acre park was opened in 1887 as part of the celebrations for Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee.

East Park features modern and historical attractions and is regularly used for large-scale open-air events such as the Hull Show and large concerts.

Holderness Rd, Hull HU8 8JU

The Yorkshire Wolds

The scenic area around Millington Dale is a great location for keen cyclists. Start your ride in Pocklington , then head up to the village of Huggate and through the hidden gem that is Warter village.

Along the way, you can enjoy seeing the countryside that inspired David Hockney – one of the most influential contemporary artists.

Londesborough Park

Londesborough Park once formed the grounds of a manor house and is now the perfect place to visit to spot various rare birds such as Red Kites. It’s also a beautiful spot for a picnic or an easy 2.8-mile (4.5 km) circular walk that takes just over an hour to complete.

One of the best things about walking in this stunning part of the East Riding of Yorkshire is that you might even have the park to yourself – it’s rarely busy!

Londesborough Park, York YO43 3LF

Hornsea Mere

Located close to the North Sea, Hornsea Mere is the largest freshwater lake in Yorkshire and a favourite haunt of keen birdwatchers. Visit during the winter months to see gadwalls, goldeneyes and tufted ducks overwintering here.

The cafe is open on weekends, bank holidays and during the UK school holidays.

Directions: By Car: From Bridlington: A165 / B1242, from Beverley: A1035, and from Hull: A165. Bus: Number 130 from Bridlington or number 246 from Hull / Beverley.

Where to Stay in East Yorkshire

If you’re planning to enjoy a few free days out in East Yorkshire (and you really should), staying locally is the best way to get an authentic feel for this beautiful part of England.

We recommend the following hotels in the East Riding of Yorkshire :

📍 Cave Castle Hotel & Country Club : Can you pass up the chance to stay in a real castle? The food is unbelievably good, and you’ll sleep like a baby in ultra-comfortable beds.

➡️ Check prices for your dates at the Cave Castle Hotel & Country Club by clicking here .

📍 The Beverley Arms Hotel : A stunning 18th-century coaching inn, just an 11-minute walk from the train station.

➡️ Click here to book your stay at one of the most stylish hotels in East Yorkshire.

Wrap Up – Free Days Out in East Yorkshire

There’s plenty to do in this beautiful part of England. With so much variety in experiences available, choosing just one of the best ideas for free days out in Hull and across the East Riding of Yorkshire would be hard. Now that you know what’s on offer, are you tempted to stay and explore for longer?

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Coralie Thornton, the owner and author of Grey Globetrotters, has been a traveller for more than four decades. Her passion for adventure has led her through over 40 countries, seeking cultural experiences, delicious foods, and hidden gems. Today, she helps others experience the UK, Europe, Egypt and China, with meticulously crafted travel itineraries and affordable luxury travel guides.

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19 Best Things to do in Yorkshire (Day Trips & Tours)

By: Author Tracy Collins

Posted on Last updated: August 10, 2023

Are you looking for some Yorkshire day trip ideas ? In this article, we have compiled the best things to do in Yorkshire including tours and day trips from York. Discover what to do and see in Yorkshire and start planning your itinerary.

Yorkshire or ‘God’s Own Country” as the locals call it is one of England’s most beautiful destinations. Its historic cities, cobblestoned market towns, stunning coastline, national parks filled with woodland and waterfalls, ruined abbeys, moorlands and literary connections make it the ideal place to explore.

In this article, we have chosen the very best things to do in Yorkshire. Our 19 Yorkshire day trip suggestions are based on our own trips to Yorkshire over the years. To help you plan further we have included practical information about how to get to each destination via car or public transport plus tips to make the most of your visit.

Yorkshire is the largest county of England and was historically divided into 4 parts – North Yorkshire, East Yorkshire (called the East Riding), West Yorkshire and South Yorkshire. North Yorkshire is the largest of these and incorporates both the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the North York Moors National Park.

The largest cities in Yorkshire include Leeds, Sheffield, Bradford, Hull, Harrogate and the historic and very beautiful English city of York.

Market towns such as Malton, Hebden Bridge, Pickering and Helmsley with their cobblestone streets, historic buildings, independent shops, and many eateries are popular destinations for shoppers and foodies.

There are 3 National Parks in Yorkshire – the North York Moors National Park , Yorkshire Dales National Park and (located in South Yorkshire) the Dark Peak area of the Peak District National Park (the remainder and the southern area or White Peak is located in Derbyshire) (Find out more about visiting the Peak District here )

⭐️ If you are short on time and want to see as many of the most popular sights in Yorkshire as possible we recommend taking a tour such as this Yorkshire Dales Tour from York which includes visits to some of the most beautiful towns, villages and attractions in the county including Wensleydale and the twelfth-century Jervaulx Abbey.

Castle Howard & Yorkshire Arboretum

Fountains abbey and studley royal water park, north yorkshire moors railway, malham cove, bolton abbey/priory, wensleydale valley, rievaulx abbey, robin hoods bay, scarborough, yorkshire sculpture park, brimham rocks, hebden bridge, more yorkshire and northern england travel inspiration, 19 best yorkshire day trips – best things to do in yorkshire for all the family.

Located almost halfway between two awesome UK capitals – London and Edinburgh – the City of York (often shortened to simply York) is the county capital of North Yorkshire.

Previously called Eboracum, York has a history that dates back to the Roman era. It’s one of the most-visited cities in the UK and has a wide range of amazing things to see and do.

History lovers will be delighted in York! You can learn more about the city during the Roman, Viking, and medieval times. York Castle Museum is a fantastic starting point for understanding the city’s long past, and you can also peer into the cell where the notorious highwayman Dick Turpin lived out his last few days. Yorkshire Museum offers even more interesting historic facts.

Take a walk around the old medieval walls which stand on the foundations of earlier Roman fortifications. For more Roman insights, don’t miss visiting Eboracum Legion Bathhouse – the ancient bathing house is one of the oldest places in the City of York.

Travel 1,000 years back in time as you stroll along reconstructed Viking streets at the award-winning JORVIK Viking Centre.

The glorious York Minster is the biggest Gothic church in northern Europe. It boasts ornate interiors and exteriors, which include stunning stained glass and intricate carvings. Climb the tower for great city views and descend into the Undercroft to learn more about a Roman fort that once stood on the same spot.

Other medieval gems in York include the exquisite Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, the Treasurer’s House, and the now-ruined St. Mary’s Abbey. Explore the narrow medieval lanes and alleys (known as snickleways) that wind through the city centre. 

The National Railway Museum is often a hit with curious children. It’s the world’s biggest railway museum and is home to many engines, carriages, and other railroad memorabilia. York Maze is another family-friendly attraction, while York Dungeon offers a thrilling experience for older visitors. 

Take a walking tour of York to dig beneath the city’s surface, admire the views from the top of Clifford’s Tower, and relax on a boat ride along the River Ouse.

A hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour is perfect for hitting York’s highlights if time is limited.   

Good to know – save money if you are visiting multiple attractions in York with the York City Pass. Click here to find out how to save money with the York City Pass.

Plan your visit to York

🚗 If you are visiting York by car we recommend parking in one of the city’s Park & Ride car parks and catching the bus. Read more about York’s Park & Ride scheme.

🚊 York is on the mainline running between London and Edinburgh. The journey time from London is 2 hours. York is the perfect stop off if you are travelling the UK by train – read our 14 days best of Britain by rail itinerary .

Money-saving tip – If you are planning to spend a few days in York (it makes the perfect base from which to explore Yorkshire) we recommend purchasing a York City Pass which may save you money if you plan to visit some of the attractions mentioned above.

Read more – York Travel Guide

Listen to our Podcast about visiting York

Castle Howard and Yorkshire Arboretum are neighbouring attractions in the southern part of the North York Moors National Park. They lie 15 miles (24 kilometres) away from the City of York. Close to the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it takes around just one minute to drive between the two attractions.

The handsome Castle Howard is a Grade 1 listed building. A private residence, it has been owned by the Howard family for more than three centuries. The present building dates back to the early 18 th century, and it stands on the site of an older castle.

The house is surrounded by a large estate that covers more than 8,000 acres (3,000+ Hectares) and comprises gardens, woodlands, farmlands, and parklands.

Admire the stately home from the outside before stepping through the grand doors to feast your eyes on lavish interiors. The displays and exhibits take you through the castle’s rich history and tell stories about society through the ages. Fine statues, fountains, a mausoleum, a temple, and a chapel dot the grounds, and you can spot diverse flora and fauna across the expansive estate.

You might recognise the dome-topped Castle Howard from your TV screens. It featured in Brideshead Revisited as the fictional Brideshead and also featured in Bridgerton, the Buccaneers, Barry Lyndon, Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties, and an Arctic Monkeys music video, among others.

The beautiful Yorkshire Arboretum is spread across 120 acres (48 hectares). A top destination for people of all ages, there are trees and plants from across the globe, lush parklands, and shimmering lakes and ponds. No member of the family needs to miss out on the fun, as dogs are welcome too.

The Minibeast Discovery Trail is an ideal way for younger visitors to learn more about nature, and your little ones are sure to love letting off steam in the kids’ adventure playground.

Plan your visit to Castle Howard & the Yorkshire Arboretum

🚗 Castle Howard is just 15 miles North East of York and is easily accessible by car from the A64 which connects Leeds, York and the Yorkshire Coast.

🚌 A direct bus service,  CastleLine  runs from York to Castle Howard.

🚊 Malton is the nearest train station to Castle Howard and York is the closest major train station. Both stations have buses running directly to Castle Howard and taxis are also available from both stations:

• Station Taxis Malton – Telephone: 01653 696969
• Station Taxis York – Telephone: 01904 623332

Check the official Castle Howard website for up-to-date opening times and costs. Pre-booking online is essential.

Located in North Yorkshire just outside Ripon, Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is managed by the National Trust . Created in the 18 th century, today it is one of the most spectacular Georgian-era water gardens in the UK.

Covering 800 acres (323 hectares), Studley Royal Water Park was designed around the ruins of Fountains Abbey. The magnificent abbey has been featured in movies, TV shows, and literature.   

The Cistercian Fountains Abbey was founded in the 1100s by 13 monks who were expelled from a nearby Benedictine monastery. It grew to become one of England’s richest monasteries, flourishing for many years until King Henry VIII ordered the dissolution of the monasteries in 1539.

Today, the atmospheric site offers some of the best-preserved and biggest Cistercian ruins in the UK. Don’t miss the incredible abbey views from the point called Surprise View.

The water gardens are also home to Fountains Hall, a Jacobean mansion that was built in the early 1600s using stones from the ruined abbey. You can also see the Victorian-period St. Mary’s Church, complete with stunning interiors and marvellous stained glass, the Roman-style folly of the Temple of Piety, and many statues, monuments, and garden buildings.

The stunning water gardens were the brainchild of John Aislabie, a former Chancellor of the Exchequer. He dreamed of turning his Yorkshire estate into a rare place of beauty and worked hard to turn his dreams into reality. Aislabie took much inspiration from French formal gardens. His son, William, later continued to develop the sublime gardens.

Today, the gardens have changed very little from their original conception, and you can still enjoy the picturesque lakes, meandering waterways, and cascades.

Younger visitors are bound to love exploring the ancient woodlands and meeting the deer (along with other wildlife) in the enchanting deer park. 

Plan your visit to Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

🚗 Located 12 miles north of Harrogate follow the brown signs from the A1.

Open every day in summer. Carparks close at 6.30 pm with the last admission at 4.30 pm.

Entrance to Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal is free for members of National Trust and English Heritage .

Read more – Visiting Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Park (Guide & tips)

The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is an award-winning heritage railway that runs for 24 miles (39 kilometres) through the scenic North York Moors National Park. The route operates between Pickering and Grosmont, with several stations in between. On certain days, the train continues onto Whitby.

Open since 1836, it is one of the most popular heritage railways in the UK and is thought to be among the world’s busiest steam heritage railways. Occasionally, diesel engines are used along the line too. In times gone by, horse-drawn carriages toiled along the route.

Before boarding, take time to look around the nostalgic Pickering Station. With a charming 1930s theme, it replicates the original station. Call into the quaint tearoom for refreshments and to soak up the olde-worlde ambience. With even more time to spare, you can also pay a visit to the nearby Pickering Castle, Newbridge Park, and Beck Isle Museum of Rural Life.  

It’s well worth hopping off the train at stations along the way. Request to stop at Newton Dale Halt if you want to go walking in the nature-filled Cropton Forest, and jump off at Levisham Station for more great walks along trails lined with fragrant wildflowers.

Goathland Station is one of the more popular stations along the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. You may recognise the pretty station from the former TV show Heartbeat and, more recently, from the first Harry Potter movie. The station remains largely unchanged since it was built in the mid-1860s. 

Grosmont Station also has plenty of sentimental vibes, restored to how it would have been in the early 1950s. Take pleasant walks in the nearby woods, especially lovely in the springtime when the ground is awash with colourful bluebells.     

Plan your visit to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway

If you plan to visit the railway from York and are pushed for time we recommend this “Steam Trains, Whitby, and the North York Moors Full-Day Tour” which departs from York and includes the journey from Goathland to Pickering on the heritage steam railway plus 2 hours to explore the seaside town of Whitby.

This is a great way to see some of Yorkshire’s attractions in one day and a treat for train lovers of all ages.

Malham Cove can be found in the southern part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, overlooking the village of Malham. A unique natural treasure, it’s a gigantic limestone cliff formation that curves to create an amphitheatre-like appearance. The cliff face is some 80 metres (260 feet) high.

At the bottom of the cliff wall, the terrain is rocky and grassy with trees and a small stream. The white of the towering rock is a beautiful contrast with the surrounding greenery. At the top there’s an area where the limestone has eroded in an unusual pattern – this is quite rare in the UK.

Look out for interesting wildlife as you explore the area. There are small creatures and various bird species, including owls and falcons. There are excellent walking trails throughout the area, and you can enjoy sweeping views from the clifftop pavements.

The beautiful cove attracts avid Harry Potter fans, keen to see where the famous young wizard camped in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. While you cannot follow in his footsteps and camp here too (camping is not allowed), there are campsites close by if you fancy a night under canvas.

You’ll find several other natural sites nearby (including some that also have Harry Potter associations). While in the area, visit Gordale Scar, Malham Tarn, and the waterfall.   

Plan your visit to Malham Cove

Malham Cove is best visited by car or tour. If you have your own car (or have hired a car ) you will find lots of parking (for a charge at Malham Cove)

Tours from Chester and Manchester include a visit to Malham Cove in their itineraries.

These are both full-day sightseeing trips of Yorkshire which include other sights including picturesque towns like Hawes and Haworth, the home of the Bronte sisters and the Ribblehead Viaduct.

⭐️ Click here for more information about the day trip to Yorkshire from Chester.

⭐️ Click here for more information about the day trip to Yorkshire from Manchester.

Bolton Abbey and Priory are located on the southern edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. They are in Wharfedale, just outside Skipton. The large site combines history, nature, and fun activities for people of all ages to enjoy. It’s an equally ideal family destination as it is for couples, friends, and solo explorers.

At the heart of the sprawling estate, you can explore the evocative ruins of a historic Augustinian Priory and visit the Priory Church. The priory dates back to the 12 th century. It was in operation and a place of residence for monks until the dissolution of the monasteries in the late 1530s. The church remains an active place of worship.

Elsewhere in the estate, the Bardon Tower is an impressive ruin that makes for a pretty picture. It was once used as a hunting lodge and was a wealthy home in the late 1400s.  

The river offers heaps of fun. See the handsome aqueduct, complete with grand turrets, that spans the flowing water, take romantic strolls alongside the river, and spot aquatic wildlife.

Often popular with younger visitors, you can follow in the steps of people from yesteryear and try to cross the gentle river using the ancient stepping stones. There are 60 stones that were once used by workers from the Priory. The water isn’t deep, though you may get wet! There’s a nearby bridge if you don’t fancy your chances with the stepping stones.

Have fun in the outdoors as you explore the ancient woodlands of Strid Wood. Several trails lead through the woods and you’re sure to spot an array of flora and fauna.

Head to the heart of the wood to see the Strid an unusual natural water feature. The narrowing of the river causes the water to rage through at high pressure. Be sure to stand well clear of the edges. 

Wander across brooding moors to enjoy places like Simon’s Seat, the Valley of Desolation, and Barden Fell. Pause by the delightful waterfall, close to the start of the valley, to soak up the serene ambience.   

Plan your visit to Bolton Abbey & Priory

🚗 Bolton Abbey is located off the A59 between Skipton and Harrogate. Park at Bolton Abbey car park which is nearest the Priory Church and stepping stones or Riverside car park close to Strid Wood.

🚊 Travel by train to Skipton or Ilkley then catch a taxi to Bolton Abbey.

Good to know – There is no fee to walk around the Abbey and surrounding area. However, if you arrive by car there is a fee for the car park. Tickets for the car parks cost £10 (advance purchase) or £12.50 on the day.

Tour from York – This “ Haworth and Yorkshire Dales Day Trip “ departs from York and includes visits to Bolton Abbey plus Haworth the home to the Bronte Parsonage Museum.

The picturesque Wensleydale Valley sits at the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It lies to the east of the Pennines. It’s one of the few valleys in the area not to have been named after its river – Wensleydale Valley is formed by the River Ure – and instead is named after the nearby village of Wensley.

Stretching for 25 miles (40 kilometres), the glorious valley is famed for its natural splendour. There are many activities to enjoy throughout the valley along with a number of charming villages to visit.

A hotspot for walkers, the diverse terrain includes mountains and moors. The valley is also home to cultural and historic sites.    

⭐️ Many of the day tours to the Yorkshire Dales incorporate Wensleydale into their itineraries including this Yorkshire Dales Tour from York or this Full-Day Yorkshire Sightseeing Adventure from Liverpool . If you do not wish to drive (and hire a car) a tour is the best way to experience the best of Yorkshire.

Hawes Wensleydale Creamery

Hawes is a charming town with a long history as a market town. Visitors can still browse the weekly market, held each Tuesday.

Sitting some 259 metres (850 feet) above sea level, it’s one of the highest towns in England. See Gayle Mill, an old water-powered mill from the 18 th century and the local St Margaret’s Church.

Visit the small Dales Countryside Museum to learn more about rural life in the dales.

A major highlight of a trip to Hawes is visiting Wensleydale Creamery. A major local employer, this is where the delicious Wensleydale cheese is made. The area’s cheese-making heritage spans back as far as 1,000 years! Originally, cheese was made in the dale by French monks who had settled here. 

Today, expert cheesemakers use traditional techniques and milk from local farms to follow trusted recipes to produce world-famous cheese. They also show innovation and creativity to produce new recipes too.   

Learn about cheese-making methods, watch processes in action, and sample cheese made on site. You can also buy as much cheese as you like to enjoy later at home – maybe you’ll even love it as much as cartoon characters Wallace and Gromit! 

Aysgarth Falls

Located close to Leyburn in North Yorkshire, and within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Aysgarth Falls is a series of waterfalls along the River Ure.

Along the one-mile (1.6-kilometre) stretch, you can marvel at the three distinct falls, known as Upper, Middle, and Lower Force. Although charming at all times, the falls are particularly beautiful following periods of heavy rain and so at their fullest.

Limestone steps along the river create the falls and there are several places from where you can view the natural beauty, both from alongside the gushing river and from in the woodland.

The raw natural appeal has inspired poets and artists throughout time, and the falls have featured in several TV and film productions.

Call into the Visitor Centre to learn more about the area’s history, nature, and geology before starting your explorations.

Keep your eyes peeled for diverse nature as you follow woodland and riverside trails. In the autumn you may even be lucky enough to see salmon jumping up the cascades! Deer, squirrels, small rodents, and several bird species are among the creatures that call the area home.   

Nearby, pay a visit to St. Andrew’s Church to marvel at its enormous churchyard and painted wood from the medieval era.

Round off your visit with refreshments in the café, located next to the visitor centre. Dishes are made using locally sourced produce and they taste great!

For even more waterfall magic, check out Hardraw Force Waterfall in nearby Hawes.    

Bolton Castle

Situated near Leyburn and close to the eastern edges of the splendid Yorkshire Dales National Park, Wensleydale’s Bolton Castle is among the finest and best-preserved medieval castles across the UK.

The stunning castle was built in the late 1300s by a former Lord Chancellor of England, Sir Richard le Scrope. Sir Richard served King Richard III. The castle is still owned by one of his descendants.

Once one of the most lavish homes across the land, the castle has seen plenty of action over its history. It was even attacked during the Civil War by Oliver Cromwell’s forces.

Today, take a journey back in time to the castle’s heyday to see what life was like in the past. You can peer into rooms that have stood the test of time, including the Great Chamber, nursery, armoury, and kitchens.

You’re sure to especially love going down into the eerie old dungeons and seeing the former bedroom of Mary Queen of Scots.

There’s lots of fun to be found outside the mighty castle too. Stroll through the well-appointed gardens to discover amazing views and a wide variety of colourful blooms.

The maze often proves popular with children, while the charming rose gardens, herb gardens, and vineyards offer different botanical experiences.

Jervaulx Abbey

To the east of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Jervaulx Abbey lies 14 miles (22.5 kilometres) outside of Ripon. Today a Grade I listed building that is mostly ruins, it was once one of Yorkshire’s fine Cistercian abbeys.

Founded in the mid-1100s by French monks, the abbey was where Wensleydale cheese was first made. The monks used sheep’s milk to produce the delicious cheese. The abbey also gained wealth by breeding horses. After the dissolution of the monasteries, the abbey fell into disrepair and decline.

Visit the impressive ruins and you can explore remains of the church, watermill, and walkways that were once covered (cloisters). As you stroll through the peaceful ruins, imagine how grand the site would have been during its heyday.

See how nature has reclaimed the land, with wildflowers, shrubs, and other plants growing freely in nooks and crannies, adding a certain charm to the stone remains.

Pause for a while in the delightful tearooms to ponder your visit and enjoy refreshments. You could also visit St. Gregory’s Church in Bedale, where you can see a window from the abbey, and Aysgarth’s St. Andrew’s Church, which makes use of part of the old pulpit from the abbey. 

The Forbidden Corner 

The Forbidden Corner not only has a curious name – it is also marketed as “The Strangest Place in the World”! It will capture the attention and pique the curiosity of old and young alike, and there are tons of cool photo opportunities.

Located in the Yorkshire Dales, the Forbidden Corner can be found within Tupgill Park. The garden covers four acres (1.6 hectares) and contains surprises, challenges, tricks, and wonders around every corner.

Initially created as a private garden, it was later opened to the public to enjoy. You can easily spend a whole day discovering the many secrets of the award-winning Forbidden Corner.

The garden boasts cool follies like the entrance tower and the Facetower which you enter by passing through a gigantic caping mouth! There are grottoes and chambers, statues and sculptures, tunnels and caverns, fountains, and more.

Enter the labyrinth, complete with a revolving floor, and try to beat the maze. Stare up at the six-metre-tall (20-foot-tall) oak man, and gaze upon the large dog’s head created from conifers.

See a large glass pyramid, explore the Temple of the Underworld, find brass plaques throughout the site, and enjoy plenty of giggles, shivers, squeals, and belly laughs. 

Within the North York Moors National Park, Rievaulx Abbey is yet another of Yorkshire’s fine old Cistercian abbeys. What sets Rievaulx Abbey apart, however, is the fact that it was the first Cistercian abbey in North England. Founded in 1132, it is managed by English Heritage in the present times.

In its prime, Rievaulx Abbey was one of the finest monasteries in England. The then-remote location allowed the monks to live a peaceful life of strict prayer away from the world outside, while also following a self-sustainable lifestyle.

Monks raised sheep to sell wool, mined iron and lead, and made cast iron. It was once home to more than 600 devotees. The abbey fell when the monasteries were dissolved in the 1530s.

Now, the ruins are a popular tourist attraction with other awesome sights close to hand. Park the car in Helmsley and have a look at the medieval Helmsley Castle before walking to the abbey.

Stroll along the walkway at the top of the valley to enjoy views of the abbey and to admire two Grecian-style buildings.

You can also make a stop at the nearby Kilburn White Horse, a gigantic horse shape displayed in the verdant hillside that dates back to 1857.      

Plan your visit to Rievaulx Abbey

Rievaulx Abbey belongs to English Heritage which means free entry for members. UK residents can find information about joining English Heritage here.

If you are visiting the UK from Overseas an overseas visitor pass may be a cost-effective option if you are visiting a few English Heritage sites. Click here for more information about the overseas visitor’s pass .

The looped Ingleton Waterfalls Trail is situated on the western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The terrific location is close to the Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and the Arnside and Silverdale AONB.

The well-marked and well-maintained trail runs for five miles (eight kilometres), starting and ending in the village of Ingleton. It’s a fairly easy trail to follow, but sturdy shoes are recommended!

The trail follows two rivers – the River Twiss and the River Doe – passing through nature-rich woodland to offer exceptional viewing of the waterfalls along the waterways.

There are several scenic cascades along the route, including Pecca Falls, Pecca Twin Falls, Thornton Force, Holly Bush Spout, Beezley’s Falls, and Rival Falls. Bridges take you across the rivers and you’ll pass farms and natural features.

Look out for the unusual tree in Swilla Glenn – it’s a wishing tree with coins embedded in the bark. The trail offers incredible views of the surrounding scenery.

Want even more of a challenge? Climb to the top of Ingleborough, the second-highest peak in the Yorkshire Dales. You can start the walk from Ingleton or Ribblehead. If you go to Ribblehead, don’t miss seeing the striking viaduct.

While in the area, White Scar Cave is also well worth a visit. The longest show cave in the UK, it’s filled with interesting rock formations. The cave walk takes around an hour and 20 minutes to complete.

Plan your visit to Ingleton

🚗 Ingleton is situated just off the A65 Skipton to Kendal road. Parking is available in the village.

🚊 Travel on the Settle to Carlisle line (one of our top 10 scenic UK train routes ) and disembark at Ribblehead Station (this is an option if you are staying in Ingleton just ensure to ask your accommodation provider if they can meet you at the station!)

Alternatively, travel on the Leeds to Morecambe and Lancaster line and alight at Bentham where a taxi or bus can take you the final 5 miles to Ingleton.

Read more – A guide to walking the Ingleton Waterfalls Trail

North Yorkshire’s Harrogate is an attractive spa town that has been popular since Victorian times. It’s famous for its floral flair, with numerous floral arrangements throughout the town. Indeed, Harrogate has won awards for its flowery displays and flower shows.

Pay a visit to the lovely Valley Gardens for a beautiful botanical fix. The gardens and surrounding woodland cover some 17 acres (6.9 hectares) and are home to many mineral springs. You’ll find more than 35 springs in the area called Bogs Field alone.

There are many species of flora within different styles of gardens, all enchanting and photo-worthy. There are diverse activities and attractions to appeal to kids too such as an outdoor play area, paddling pool, crazy golf, and boating pool.

Challenge your friends and family to a game of tennis or a round of pitch and putt. 

RHS Harlow Carr Gardens is another beautiful place to enjoy the sights and scents of flowers. Unwind in the blissful Harrogate Spa Water and pop into the acclaimed Betty’s Tea Room for a drink and bite to eat. The beloved café is even popular with the Queen!

In nearby Knaresborough, Mother Shipton’s Cave is a cool family-friendly attraction. The cave, which is nestled in verdant woodland, is steeped in legends and lore, said to have been home to a local witch who could predict the future.

Learn more about the infamous Mother Shipton and visit the nearby Petrifying Well, which is said to turn objects into stone! There’s a museum where you can see petrified objects, including a few quirky items like an old-fashioned telephone and one of Queen Marty’s shoes.

The wider park area has a kids’ adventure playground, places to eat and drink, lovely woodland walks, and a wishing well.   

Plan your visit to Harrogate

🚗 Harrogate is located 45 minutes drive from York and Leeds.

There are 3 multi-storey car parks in Harrogate plus free on-street parking via a disc parking scheme.

If you are unfamiliar with disc parking this information from the Visit Harrogate website explains it perfectly:

“Disc parking works through displaying your arrival time on a parking disk when you park and just making sure you have departed within the allotted time. The times for disc parking are between 30 minutes and 4 hours and will be displayed on signs on the street. Parking discs are available from tourist information centres, council offices and a number of participating shops.” For more information about disc parking in Harrogate click here.

🚊 Harrogate is located 30 minutes from train from both York and Leeds. Click here for timetables and prices with the trainline .

A scenic town on Yorkshire’s north coast, Whitby has lots to enjoy on a fun-filled day trip. Fairly small, it’s easy to explore Whitby on foot.

The renowned explorer, Captain James Cook, was born in Whitby, and the town also has associations with Count Dracula! In Bram Stoker’s famous novel, Dracula is said to have first landed in England in Whitby. Further, Whitby Abbey is believed to have inspired the novelist.

Managed by English Heritage , Whitby Castle is a splendid Gothic ruin. The abbey was founded in the first century AD and has been left to the elements since the dissolution of the monasteries. The extensive ruins provide terrific views of the surroundings.

The Visitor Centre provides lots of fascinating information about the ruins. You can also visit St. Mary’s Church, close to the 199 steps that lead up to the abbey. 

The town has several interesting museums to appeal to diverse interests, including the Captain Cook Museum, where you can learn all about the brave explorer, Whitby Lifeboat Museum, and the Pannet Art Gallery and Whitby Museum.

Spend a day at the seaside, see the historic lighthouses that lie along the shore, build a sandcastle, and sink your teeth into traditional fish and chips.

Read – Best things to do in Whitby

Plan your visit to Whitby

🚗 The main road into Whitby is the A171 which you will join from whatever direction you come. Pay attention as you drive along the route which includes scenic open moorland along the way.

🚊 Travelling by train to Whitby on Northern Rail is not the most straightforward with a change of trains required at Middlesborough or Darlington. The good news is that the station is located in the middle of town!

Book a ride on the North Yorkshire Moore railway and enjoy the spectacular national park scenery on the way to Whitby.

⭐️ Several tours include a visit to Whitby including this small-group guided day trip to Whitby and the North York Moors departing York which also includes time to explore the scenic North York Moors National Park, with stops at the Kilburn White Horse, Helmsley, Goathland, and Lealholm along the way.

Alternatively, this North York Moors and Whitby Tour from York includes the best of North Yorkshire’s villages, market towns and moorlands on a full-day tour to Whitby, Helmsley, North Yorkshire Moors National Park and more.

Located along the North Yorkshire coast between Whitby and Scarborough, Robin Hood’s Bay is within the North York Moors National Park. The quaint fishing village is on the Heritage Coast (sometimes known as Yorkshire’s Jurassic Coast or Dinosaur Coast), with rocky landscapes that date back to the Jurassic period.

It’s common to find fossils along the cliffs and sands, and you may even stumble across a dinosaur footprint or a piece of bone from an ancient reptile.

The sandy beaches are perfect for days soaking up the sun and paddling in the sea. Kids will love peering into rock pools and enjoying an ice cream.

Take long coastal walks or cycle along dedicated bike paths. There are also paths suitable for horse riding. Look out for local wildlife – the coast is home to a myriad of sea birds, and it’s possible to spot seals, dolphins, porpoises, and whales in the waters. It’s easy to understand how the scenic vistas have long inspired artists, writers, and musicians.

The village is crisscrossed with enchanting narrow cobblestone streets, once used by fishermen, sailors, and smugglers. Nowadays, however, visitors can enjoy the many small shops, cafes, pubs, and eateries that line the atmospheric streets.

Uncover the area’s past at the interesting Robin Hood’s Bay Museum, and visit the cute St. Stephen’s Church.     

Plan your visit to Robin Hoods Bay

🚗 Park in the car park opposite the Victoria Hotel and walk down into the village. Car park charges apply – £6 for 24 hours.

If you are feeling energetic it is possible to walk the 7 miles from Whitby to Robin Hoods Bay along a popular section of the Cleveland Way walking route. Plan 3 hours for the walk. If you prefer not to walk back it is possible to catch a bus to Whitby from Thorpe Lane.

One of the oldest seaside resorts in the UK, Scarborough offers old-fashioned summer-holiday vibes along the North Yorkshire coast. The Victorian spa resort is the third-biggest town in Yorkshire. It attracts many visitors every year many of whom return time and time to enjoy the town’s charms.

Open-top buses connect the town’s highlights making it easy to get from place to place and experience many places in a single day. However, it’s easy to walk between attractions in the two main groups of the town centre and along the seafront.

Laze on the sandy beach and swim in the refreshing sea. If you want fun in the water without the sand in your clothes, check out Alpamare Water Park. It has pools where you can swim and splash around, slides, a wave pool, a relaxing spa, and more.

History lovers will enjoy exploring the 3,000-year-old ruins of Scarborough Castle, and the elevated site offers sublime coastal vistas. Literary fans can pay their respects at the grave of Anne Bronte.

For thrill-seekers, there’s Oliver’s Mount, the only natural racing track in the UK. While you won’t be zipping around the roads in an F1-style, you can enjoy leisurely drives and walks to soak up the scenery.

Spend a few hours at the Rotunda Museum, one of the first purpose-built museums in the world and home to a fascinating geology collection. Relax in the Italian Gardens, admire street art, take kids on the mini railway, stroll around the harbour, see the interesting works in Scarborough Art Gallery, and watch a show at the Stephen Joseph Theatre.        

Plan your visit to Scarborough

🚗 There may be lots of Pay and Display car parks in Scarborough but we recommend that you avoid these and park at Seamer train station and catch the train in (cost of parking £2.50 a day).

The journey by train takes 8 minutes and you will avoid the hassle of trying to find a car parking space. Alternatively, there are 2 Park and Ride sites one on the A165 Filey Road at Osgodby and the other on the A64 Seamer Road.

🚊 Travel to Scarborough from York by train in 50 minutes.

Combine thought-provoking and beautiful art with raw nature and outdoor adventures at the top-class Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Located in the countryside almost halfway between the cities of Leeds and Sheffield, it’s a terrific day trip destination for the whole family.

The landscapes sprawl across 500 acres (200 hectares) of the 18 th -century Bretton Hall Estate, and there are several indoor areas, perfect for days when the weather’s being a bit moody.

There are more than 100 interesting sculptures and installations to find in the open displays. With temporary features in addition to permanent pieces, there’s always something new and fresh to admire.

Global artists featured (or who have been featured) at Yorkshire Sculpture Park include Damien Hirst, Rachel Kneebone, Joana Vasconcelos, Anne Morris, Joan Miro, Barbara Hepworth, and Hardeep Sahota. Works cover varying themes, including the environment, women’s rights, social issues, race, culture, fashion, and science.

There are several places to eat and drink throughout the park, as well as picnic areas where you can enjoy your own al fresco lunch. Pick up cool souvenirs and gifts in the art-themed shop before you leave.    

Plan your visit to the Yorkshire Sculpture Park

🚗 The park is located in South Yorkshire 7 miles outside of Wakefield and 20 miles south of Leeds. From the M1 exit at junction 38 and take the A637 towards Huddersfield following the brown heritage signs for the Yorkshire Sculpture Park.

🚊 Travelling by train from London’s King’s Cross to Wakefield station takes around 2 hours. Take a taxi for the remaining 7 miles to the park.

Located just north of Bradford in West Yorkshire’s historic market town of Shipley, Saltaire is a fabulous model village.

Travel back in time to the Victorian epoch as you explore the glorious UNESCO World Heritage Site. Allow half a day minimum to truly enjoy the stunning village.

Named in honour of Sir Titus Salt, a wealthy textile mill owner who commissioned the lovely village, Saltaire is a living village; people still live and work here. The gorgeous Italianate village was initially built as a place to house mill workers.

The benevolent Sir Salt was keen to improve the conditions of workers, both in regard to their working lives and living quarters and also to reduce environmental impacts and pollution. His humanitarian and environmental efforts led to him being given the status of baronet in 1869 by Queen Victoria.

Walk along streets named after Sir Salt’s family members, including William Henry Street, Amelia Street, Edward Street, George Street, Albert Terrace, Fanny Street, and Victoria Road.

See the Grade II listed buildings that include the mills, Victoria Hall, 1868 hospital, elaborate Dining Room, homes, stable, school, and U-shaped almshouses. The Grade I listed Congregational Church, from the 1850s, is ornate both inside and out. It is still an active place of worship. Other points of interest include the boathouse, railway station, and park.

Nearby, you can discover the unusual rock formations at the National Trust site of Brimham Rocks. Cattle graze close to the rocks, and you can see rare species of heather, many birds, and plenty of flowers.

Plan your visit to Saltaire

🚗 Saltaire is located 4 miles north of Bradford. Parking for free in the car park of Salts Mill (there are charges in other areas so be sure to park at the Mill)

🚊 Saltaire has its own train station which is located across the road from Salt’s Mill. Change at Leeds or Bradford for Saltaire. Journey time is 15 minutes.

Read more – Guide to the Victorian model village of Saltaire

Brimham Rocks have been popular with visitors for centuries. The curious rock formations were believed to be created by druids and attracted much attention during the Victorian era.

Created through millions of years of erosion the rocks that dot the landscape have names as strange as their shapes and include the Smartie Tube, the Idol, the Sphinx, the Watchdog and the Druid’s Writing Desk.

There is a charge for the car park for non-National Trust members but entry to the site is free for all.

Plan your visit to Brimham Rocks

🚗 Parking costs £6 for 4 hours or £9 for the day but is free for National Trust members.

Refreshments are available from 2 kiosks plus there is a visitor centre and toilets near the stones.

Situated in West Yorkshire’s Upper Calder Valley, Hebden Bridge is a charming market town. It’s within easy reach of the cities of Halifax and Rochdale.

It is especially known for its tolerant and progressive attitude and LGBT-friendly nature. It has also long been a magnet for New Age followers, spiritual seekers, environmentalists, and creatives.

Hardcastle Crags is a major site of interest. Managed by the National Trust, the deep gorge and burbling river are surrounded by mossy woodland with hills in the distance. The weir is a pretty place for a picnic, and there are excellent walking trails.

Nearby, the 200-year-old water-powered Gibson Mill contains exhibitions and displays about the mill and surrounding nature.

There are plenty more walking opportunities along the Pennine Way and Calderdale Way which lie a short distance from Hebden Bridge.

Take a walk through the town centre to see historic buildings and structures, such as the Grade II listed building of Hebden Bridge Town Hall, the 18 th -century Stubbing Wharf Inn (which has literary associations too), and the 16 th -century bridge.  

The nearby village of Heptonstall is home to the quaint St. Thomas the Apostle Church, where you can visit the grave of poet Sylvia Plath and see the ruins of a church from the 13 th century. The small Heptonstall Museum is a top place to learn more about local history.

Take boat rides along the river, shop at the small market Thursday to Sunday), and enjoy a night out at the famous Trades Club.

Plan your visit to Hebden Bridge

🚗 If you travel by car to Hebden Bridge you will find a number of Pay and Display car parks in the town. Parking is generally not a problem though there may be less availability on market days.

🚊 Travel on Northern Train services from Leeds and York to Hebden Bridge. For timetables and prices check on the trainline .

The Yorkshire village of Haworth is located in the Pennines, part of the Bradford metropolitan area and close to Keighly and Colne (in neighbouring Lancashire). It’s famous for having been the home of the esteemed Bronte Sisters , and many literary fans come to pay homage to the great writers. 

The charming village manages to retain a rather olde-worlde air making it easy to imagine what life would have been like in the age of Emily, Anne, and Charlotte.

See where the Bronte Sisters wrote most of their works at Haworth Parsonage, now the Parsonage Museum. Visit St. Michael and All Angels Church where their father served as the parson.

Stroll along the cobbled Main Street, and venture just outside of the village and onto the moors to see places thought to have inspired fictional settings in Wuthering Heights.

Ponden Hall is believed to have been the inspiration for Thrushcross Grange, while the remote ruin of Top Withens is said to have inspired the farmstead in the famous novel.

The kid-friendly Keighley and Worth Valley Railway makes a stop at Haworth station. The traditional steam railway is a great way to relax and watch as the countryside scenes unfold through the window.    

Plan your visit to Haworth

Haworth is a popular destination for tours including this Haworth and Yorkshire Dales Day Trip from York with visits to the Bronte Parsonage Museum and Bolton Abbey.

🚊 The nearest principal station for Haworth is Leeds. In the summer there is a daily steam train which runs between Keighley and Haworth (Keighley is the nearest local train station to Haworth) Otherwise catch the Bronte bus (B3) from Keighley to Haworth or a local taxi.

Sitting on the banks of the River Ure, Newby Hall is a grand stately home in North Yorkshire. Built between the late 1600s and early 1700s, it’s a terrific place for fans of history and heritage. 

The mansion is one of the UK’s best examples of an Adamesque house with striking neoclassical designs. Originally built by Sir Christopher Wren, the house underwent many changes by Robert Adam.

Step inside to marvel at the gorgeous Georgian rooms, complete with period furnishings and décor. The Grand Entrance Hall is sure to impress! The library, dining room, tapestry room, billiards room, and statue gallery are just a few of the other indoor sections to discover.

You can also visit the serene and attractive Christ the Consoler Church, which dates back to the 1870s and features colourful stained glass and intricate carvings.

Coo over the cute collections in the Bear House, home to many teddy bears, and feel pangs of nostalgia when you view the collection of dolls, dollhouses, and miniature items in the Dollshouse Exhibition.

Take time to wander through the beautiful award-winning gardens too. There are many enchanting sections to enjoy including the fragrant Rose Garden, the tranquil Water Garden, the formal Sylvia’s Garden, the wild East Rock Garden, the nature-filled Woodland Garden, and the pretty Tropical Garden.

Kids can let off steam in the Adventure Playground, and the miniature train will please people of all ages.

Plan your visit to Newby Hall

Several ticket types are available for Newby Hall including tickets for the gardens only, tickets for the house and gardens and season tickets. Click here for the official Newby Hall website .

Newby Hall and Gardens are located a few miles from the A1(M) near Ripon in North Yorkshire. Travel time from York by car is around 40 minutes and around 30 minutes from Harrogate.

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• Yorkshire Travel Guide
• Things to do in York
• 10 places to visit in Yorkshire

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17 Amazing Yorkshire Day Trips (+ Map & Insider Tips)

By Author Jurga

Posted on Last updated: January 27, 2023

Yorkshire county in northern England is a perfect destination that has something to offer for everyone. Beautiful towns, charming villages, and two national parks offer plenty of sightseeing options. There is something to see and do to suit all ages, interests, and abilities.

If you are looking for ideas on what to see and do in Yorkshire , this article will give you plenty of inspiration on where to go and what to do. In this selection, we feature 17 amazing Yorkshire day trip ideas – the very best things to do in Yorkshire. From the most famous tourist destinations to local’s favorites, quirky attractions, and hidden gems of Yorkshire.

Good to know: This article features insider tips and recommendations by Yorkshire-native Sinead from York with Kids . She lives in York and knows the region really well. For our blog, she selected the very best day trips and places to see in Yorkshire and also included practical tips and suggestions to help you plan your visit.

We also included a map featuring all the best places to visit in Yorkshire mentioned in this article. At the bottom of this post, you can also find tips for getting around Yorkshire and the best base for your day trips and excursions in this beautiful part of England. Find out!

Yorkshire is very diverse and there is so much to see and do! The cosmopolitan cities of York, Leeds, Sheffield, and Hull offer world-class museums and lively city centers. You’ll find countless historical attractions in Yorkshire’s market towns and villages.

The hills and valleys of the Yorkshire Dales NP have stunning landscapes of woodlands and waterfalls. Whereas the contrasting, windswept Moors provide fantastic hiking opportunities…

If you don’t have a car and are looking for the best day tours in Yorkshire, here’s an overview of the very best organized day trips that you can do from York:

• The Yorkshire Dales Tour from York
• Moors, Whitby & The Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip
• North York Moors & Whitby from York

Further below, you can find the very best day trip destinations in Yorkshire. And here is a map indicating all the main locations mentioned in this article.

How to use this map:  Use your computer mouse (or fingers) to zoom in or out. Click on the icons to get more information about each place. Click the arrow on the top left corner for the index. Click the star next to the map’s title to add it to your Google Maps account. To view the saved map on your smartphone or PC, open Google Maps, click the menu and go to ‘Your Places’/’Maps’. If you want to print the map or see it in a bigger window, click on ‘View larger map’ in the top right corner.

Good to know: If you are looking for Yorkshire Dales National Park on this list, you should know that it’s a huge National Park with towns, villages, endless hiking possibilities, etc. So it’s not just one place to go visit. Several places mentioned in this article are inside Yorkshire Dales NP. If you want to see the very best of this area in a nutshell, then you should consider visiting with an organized day tour that covers several locations in one day .

These are the best things to do in Yorkshire as a day trip:

No trip to Yorkshire would be complete without visiting York , one of the nicest cities in the UK . It’s a fascinating city with a rich cultural heritage and a range of attractions dating from the Roman, Viking, Georgian, and Victorian eras. The city center has parks and pedestrianized streets making York a very pleasant city trip destination; it’s also easy to visit with kids. 

There are so many unmissable  things to do in York  that you will want to spend more than one day in the city!

Don’t miss the largest gothic cathedral in northern Europe, York Minster . If you are up for it, climb the 275 steps of the central tower for a fabulous view of the city. Every Saturday, York Minster runs engaging tours of the cathedral.

Walk the city’s medieval stone walls . At two miles long, they are the longest city walls in England. Make sure to check out the quirky old street The Shambles , voted ‘Best Street in Britain’. It’s said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley in the Harry Potter films. 

If you want to learn about the history of York, visit the Jorvik Viking Centre , the Yorkshire Museum , or the excellent York Castle Museum . 

Walk the windy ramparts of Clifford’s Tower or take a break from the city center with a relaxing cruise down the River Ouse.  

TIP:  Anyone visiting  York with kids , should take the tasty tour at York Chocolate Story . It ends with the opportunity to make your own chocolate lollipop. 

How to visit:   Leave your car at one of the city’s Park & Ride locations to avoid city center driving and parking fees. Alternatively, travel to York by train. York’s central rail station is a short, ten-minute walk to the city center. If you want to see all the highlights in a short time, consider joining this popular walking tour with a local guide . If you want to ‘see it all’ in a day, hop-on hop-off bus might be a good option for getting around York.

2. Bolton Abbey

Bolton Abbey or Bolton Priory is part of a private estate owned by the Duke of Devonshire and an amazing place to visit as a day trip from York. It’s located on the southern edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and is often included in Yorkshire Dales day tours . This is not the same place as Bolton Castle, mentioned under the Wensleydale day trip above.

There is so much to see and explore at this historic site! The main highlight is the ruins of the Augustinian abbey and church which was founded here in the 12th century. 

The rest of the extensive estate lies across a narrow river accessed by a wooden bridge or over Bolton Abbey’s iconic 6o stepping stones. Kids and adults alike love hopping from stone to stone in order to cross the river. There are also a number of scenic walking trails along the riverbank or through the shaded Strid Wood. Don’t miss Strid Wood’s famous ‘money tree.’

Bolton Abbey is free to visit; you only pay for car parking. You can find more practical information on their website .

TIP: Pack a towel if visiting Bolton Abbey in summer as you won’t be able to resist paddling in the river on a hot Yorkshire day! You can easily spend 4-5 hours exploring the estate. Count even more time if you enjoy a paddle and a picnic.

How to visit:   Bolton Abbey is about 1-hour drive from York and is best visited by car. You can also catch a steam train from nearby Embsay. The train ride takes 20 minutes to reach tiny Bolton Abbey station from where it is a 1,5-mile walk to Bolton Abbey estate. Alternatively, you can also visit with this organized tour from York .

3. Wensleydale

Wensleydale is a valley in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. A day trip here encompasses the best that the Dales has to offer – waterfalls, history, food, and farming. This is the place that most Yorkshire Dales National Park tours visit.

First stop is Bolton Castle . This privately-owned castle is the best-preserved medieval castle in England and offers something for visitors of all ages.

From February to November, visitors can tour rooms in the castle and observe an archery display in the impressive castle courtyard. In the manicured grounds of the castle, you’ll find a maze and delightful herb garden. There is a Bird of Prey and Falconry display daily and visitors can brave the wild boar feeding session.

Two miles away from Bolton Castle is Aysgarth Falls . This attraction is free to enter, but there is a small fee for parking. The falls are actually three separate waterfalls – Upper Force, Middle Force, and Lower Force. These waterfalls tumble over three limestone steps over a scenic, one mile stretch of the River Ure. The falls can be viewed from a woodland path that runs alongside the river. 

Aysgarth Falls is a beautiful location to visit at any time of year. The changing colors of spring and autumn provide perfect photo opportunities. The waterfalls are particularly spectacular after heavy rainfall. 

A 12-minute drive away (unless you get stuck behind a tractor!) is the Dales Countryside Museum in Hawes . This small museum is housed in a lovely Victorian rail station and depicts the changes in life and farming for people living in the Yorkshire Dales. There is a rolling program of activities and exhibitions with the opportunity to try out traditional crafts and farming skills. 

Whilst in Hawes, pop into the Wensleydale creamery to see the famous Yorkshire cheese being made. 

Wensleydale is the favorite cheese of the character Wallace, from Wallace and Gromit movies. You will not be able to leave the creamery without making a purchase. 

TIP: At Aysgarth Falls, visitors can access the water’s edge at Upper Force and at Lower Force. Lower Force is accessed by an uneven path descending from the main path. Both riverbanks are unfenced and the rocks can be slippery when wet. Aysgarth Falls is the best location during this day trip for a picnic. 

How to visit : The start of your day trip, Bolton Castle, is a one-hour drive from York. You should count the whole day for this area.

Whitby is a popular seaside resort on the North Yorkshire coast but one that retains a traditional feel. it’s a working harbor town that is thankfully not overrun with arcades or funfairs. 

You can stroll Whitby’s long, clean, sandy beach, wander the town’s cobbled lanes, or visit the museum dedicated to Whitby’s famous son, the explorer Captain James Cook.  

Strong legs can climb Whitby’s famous 199 stone steps which lead to an iconic clifftop Yorkshire landmark, Whitby Abbey . The 13th century gothic ruins of Whitby Abbey are well worth a visit. You also get a fantastic view of Whitby and the North Yorkshire coastline. 

Whitby is an atmospheric, windswept location. This is why Bram Stoker was inspired to cast Whitby as Dracula’s landing place in his famous vampire novel.

TIP: People drive from all over Yorkshire just to buy fish and chips in Whitby! Don’t leave the town until you have tried a Whitby chippy dinner.

How to visit: Whitby can be reached by public bus or by car from York or Leeds. The regular ‘Coastliner’ service crosses the Yorkshire Moors to reach Whitby and the route was recently voted ‘Britain’s Most Scenic Bus Route’. Whitby is also part of organized day tours that include several other great attractions in this area .

5. Robin Hood’s Bay

Robins Hood’s Bay is an old fishing village whose steep, cobbled lanes are too narrow for cars to access. You can explore the winding lanes lined with tiny, Victorian-era cottages, or visit the free Old Coastguard Station on the seafront. This is a good place to learn about the geology of the area and its seafaring history. 

The village also has a long, sandy beach offering plenty of space to play, relax or explore the rock pools. Robin Hoods Bay is part of Yorkshire’s Jurassic coastline. Fossils such as ammonites, belemnites, and Devils Toenail are regularly found on the beach.

TIP: Extend your trip with a hike to visit the seal colony at nearby Ravenscar. 

Insider tip: Robin Hood’s Bay can be visited on foot from Whitby by hiking along the North Yorkshire Coastal Path, part of the long-distance Cleveland Way National Trail. It’s a scenic, 7-mile walk (one way) with dramatic views of the coastline, sheltered coves, secluded bays, and Whitby’s isolated lighthouse. The challenging, undulating walk is not technically difficult but is high up and unfenced! You can return along the same path or catch a public bus from Robin Hoods Bay back to Whitby.

How to visit: Visitors to Robin Hoods Bay must park in one of the fee-paying car parks on the top of the hill outside the village. It is a steep descent down into the village and your legs will feel the strain on the way back up! Robin Hood’s Bay can also be visited with a tour from York .

6. Ingleton

Ingleton is a charming Dales town lying on the southern edge of the Yorkshire Dales NP. It is well worth spending a long day trip here as there are several excellent attractions within this area. 

One of the most popular attractions in Ingleton is the Ingleton Waterfalls Trail . This 4,5-mile hike over privately owned land offers scenic views of 6 pretty waterfalls. This is a beautiful hiking trail offering a mix of woodland, waterside paths, and wooden bridges. There is a fee to access the trail, but it’s well worth it! Depending on your walking speed, the trail will take between 2 – 3 hours.

A trip to nearby White Scar Cave – the longest showcave in England – will take around 2 hours. Kids will love donning a hard hat to descend the 97 steps into the depths of the cave. Once underground, metal walkways and earthen paths lead you around the cave. You can see an underground waterfall and formations such as the spookily named ‘The Witches Fingers’. 

Most of White Scar Cave is head height, but there are a couple of sections where you have to bend a bit. There is also one very narrow section that will require a squeeze! 

Alternatively, bring your hiking boots and attempt to hike to the top of Yorkshire’s second-highest peak, Ingleborough , at 723 meters high. There are several routes of differing lengths to reach the top of Ingleborough. The most interesting route starts in the village of Clapham. You will pass several cave entrances along the way, including Gaping Gill which contains the largest cave cavern in England. 

When you reach the plateau summit of Ingleborough, you will be rewarded with fantastic views across the Dale. On a clear day, you can see the iconic Ribblehead Viaduct . 

You can descend via the same route or on a circular route on which you will cross over ethereal limestone outcrops similar to those at the top of Malham Cove. Ingleborough is not a technically challenging hike though there are some steep climbs in places. 

TIP: Expect the hike to the top of Ingleborough to take around 4-5 hours round trip. There are no facilities once you leave Clapham, so bring plenty of snacks and water. The weather in the Yorkshire Dales can change quickly so always be prepared for any weather. 

How to visit : From the city of York, Ingleton is a 2-hour drive. There are several day-tour possibilities as well.

7. North Yorkshire Moors Railway

The North York Moors Railway is an old-fashioned steam train running from Pickering, across the Yorkshire Moors, to the pretty village of Goathland. This is a very nice day trip in Yorkshire, popular with locals and tourists alike.

The ‘hop on hop off’ tickets are valid the whole day, so this is a great way to explore the villages and sights of the North Yorkshire Moors. For example, take a break at lovely Levisham and hike over Levisham Moor. Keep an eye for evidence of Bronze Age habitation and burial sites along the way. 

Your final destination is Goathland, featured in the hit tv series’ Heartbeat’. It will be more recognizable to children as the setting for Hogsmeade Rail Station in the Harry Potter movies. 

A direct, non-stop trip from Pickering to Goathland takes approximately 45 minutes. Stopping off at the different stations will require a full day, so arrive early to catch one of the first trains departing Pickering.

TIP: It is also possible to travel to Whitby using the North York Moors Railway. The line operates from April to October with festive trips available on December weekends.

How to visit : Catch the train from Pickering station, a 30-minute drive from York. The railway ticket is also included in the multi-day York explorer pass . There is also a tour that covers Whitby, Moors, and Yorkshire Railway as a day trip from York.

8. Malham Cove

Malham Cove is an unmissable location in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. The imposing stone cove is a natural amphitheater. It’s 230 feet high and was once home to a plunging waterfall higher than Niagara Falls. 

At the base of Malham Cove, a set of uneven stone steps wind to the top of the cove and a fantastic view over the Yorkshire Dales. The edge of the cove is unfenced and the limestone ‘pavement’ at the top is riddled with holes and crevices, so take care where you walk! 

The pavement top of Malham Cove is a must-visit for Harry Potter fans! This is the site where Hermione and Harry camped in the Deathly Hallows movie . 

There are a number of excellent hiking opportunities in this area. One of the best hikes is a long, full day circular hike that encompasses all of the major sights in this area. Starting from Malham Village, a signposted trail leads through woodland to pretty Janet’s Foss Waterfall . From here, it is a further 0,5 mile to dramatic Gordale Scar , a huge gorge with towering rock faces. 

There are a couple of route options to reach the top of the gorge where the path eventually arrives at Malham Tarn , one of only two natural lakes in the Yorkshire Dales. From Malham Tarn, it is a short walk to the top of Malham Cove to where you can descend back to your starting point in Malham village. 

The hike is not technically difficult but is a full day 13-kilometer hike. It will take around 5 hours with stops. There are no facilities on the hiking trails.

TIP: There are two family-friendly pubs and an excellent tea room in Malham Village.

How to visit : You’ll need a car to get here. Park in the permitted parking areas in Malham Village. This is a free to access rural area, but please be respectful to local residents and only park in approved car parks. There are also some guided day tours that visit this area from York, Liverpool, or Manchester.

9. National Railway Museum in York

The National Railway Museum is one of the best  free things to do in York. You will need a full day to see everything at the museum, so this is a great day trip in itself! But since it’s free, you can always take a look even if you don’t have that much time.

The museum is packed with gleaming train engines and carriages of every shape and color. See inside the luxurious Royal Train or rest weary feet in a Shinkansen carriage, the only Bullet Train carriage displayed outside Japan. 

Marvel at the size of a Eurostar nose cone under a cross-section of the Channel Tunnel and view historic trains such as the fastest steam train in the world, the Mallard. 

Families will love the entertaining and educational science shows that run daily. Kids will particularly enjoy seeing Barbie shot out of a cannon!

View the talented restorers at work from an elevated walkway above the museum workshop or wave at trains entering and departing York rail station from the Museum’s popular outdoor balcony. 

TIP: There is an excellent restaurant and cafe on site, but visitors are permitted to bring their own picnic. 

How to visit : The Museum is a 10-minute walk from the center of York or you can catch the museum’s ‘road train’ from outside York Minster. It is located just behind York railway station making it an ideal attraction to visit if arriving in  York by train . There is also a car park on-site (paid). For more practical information, please check the official website of the museum .

10. Castle Howard and Yorkshire Arboretum

Castle Howard is an impressive, privately owned country home located in the rolling Howardian Hills, just outside the city of York.

The historic house is beautifully restored and you can tour the elaborately furnished rooms. The highlights include the decorated dome of the main hall and the ornate chapel. The extensive grounds at Castle Howard provide scenic walks with lovely countryside views. 

In addition, there is a recently renovated outdoor adventure playground in an idyllic woodland/ lakeside setting. Visitors to Castle Howard will recognize it as the setting for the TV series ‘Brideshead Revisited.’

Castle Howard will take most of your day but if you have any time to spare, visit the Yorkshire Arboretum which is directly opposite the entrance drive to Castle Howard. The arboretum covers a huge 120-acre site and contains 6,000 trees from around the world. You can freely wander the tree collection or follow self-guided trails between 1 -2 hours long. 

TIP: Castle Howard is a great place to visit at any time of year but Yorkshire residents like to come here at Christmas time. For many, it has become a family tradition. Every Christmas, the rooms of the house are colorfully and artistically decorated to a new theme. 

How to visit : Castle Howard is only accessible by car. It is a short 20-minute drive from York city center. You can find more information and book your tickets here . Admission is also included in the multi-day York explorer pass .

11. Yorkshire Sculpture Park

The Yorkshire Sculpture Park is an outdoor art gallery in a stunning landscape in Bretton, just south of Leeds and less than an hour from York. It’s a wonderful day trip in Yorkshire, especially for those who are looking to get a bit off the beaten path. It’s also a great value for money as you only pay for parking. 

The 500-acre park is packed with sculptures ranging from unusual, abstract pieces to more traditional metal or wood carvings. Most of the sculptures are engaging, large works of art. Some pieces are over 10 meters tall. Even if you spend here the whole day, you are unlikely to cover all the sculptures within this beautiful park. There is so much to see!

Families can get creative at one of the family-friendly activities on offer in the indoor galleries. 

TIP: Pack waterproofs as the park is completely open to the elements. But don’t let bad weather put you off visiting; the sculpture park can be an atmospheric location on a rainy day. 

How to visit : The Yorkshire Sculpture Park is easiest to reach by car; it’s a 45minute drive from York via the major M1 motorway. Getting here by public transport is also possible. For more practical info, please check their website .

12. Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden

Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden is a beautiful historic property in Ripon, North Yorkshire. It is owned by England’s National Trust and one entry ticket covers both sections of the estate. 

Fountains Abbey contains the largest monastic ruins in England. The extensive 12th-century Benedictine ruins are full of hidden alcoves and secret staircases. The open, angular ruins create fantastic photo opportunities. 

Discover the history of the abbey at the Porters Lodge exhibition or have a go at traditional crafts such as weaving at Swanley Grange near the entrance to the abbey ruins. Don’t miss the Grange’s excellent, medieval-inspired vegetable garden. 

Fountains Abbey is linked by a grass walkway to Studley Royal Water Garden . These stunning gardens were landscaped in the 18th century and contain summerhouses, ornamental lakes, moon ponds, and countless sculptures. There are also several hidden folly’s for children to find and extensive walking trails around the deer park and Studley’s ancient woodland. 

Studley Royal Water Garden is a beautiful, tranquil location. It is not your average garden attraction. This is why it was granted World Heritage status in 1986. Well-worth visiting!

TIP:  Comfortable walking shoes are essential – you can spend all day walking here! If you are visiting with children, don’t miss Fountains Abbey’s large adventure playground. This is one of the best outdoor playgrounds in Yorkshire.

How to visit : The estate is a 45-minute drive from York. You can also visit with an organized small-group day tour from York .

13. Harrogate, Knaresborough, and Harlow Carr

Harrogate town in North Yorkshire was famous in the Victorian era as a wellbeing destination and rejuvenating spa town. The town retains many grand Victorian buildings. 

You can learn about the history of Harrogate at the town’s Royal Pump Room Museum and join one of their daily tours to see the wells. Be warned – the sulfur wells are reputed to be the strongest in Europe! Allow 1 – 2 hours for your visit. 

After the museum, indulge in a traditional Turkish bath in the beautifully restored, 19th-century Turkish Baths . Rejuvenated, take a stroll around pretty Valley Gardens , a landscaped park in the center of Harrogate. From the center of Harrogate, it is a 40-minute signposted walk or a short 10-minute drive to Harlow Carr. 

The nearby Knaresborough Castle and Knaresborough town is also well worth a visit.

RHS Garden Harlow Carr is a beautiful garden that is open to the public year-round. Every season offers a different experience for visitors. Within the 58-acre garden, there is a woodland and wildflower area as well as more traditional areas such as a kitchen garden, alpine garden, and colorful borders.

Harlow Carr offers activities centered around the plants and animals found within the gardens. There is also a huge woodland treehouse on site. To fully explore Harlow Carr, allow 2 – 3 hours for your visit. Many visitors stay here all day. 

TIP: After a full day exploring, treat yourself to an afternoon tea at the iconic Bettys Café Tea Rooms . This 100-year-old tea room can be found in the Harrogate town center. The tea room is famous for its art deco appearance and luxurious, elegant style. Make sure to try one of Betty’s signature cakes, the delicious Fat Rascal!

How to visit:  Harrogate can be accessed by train from York or Leeds in just 20 minutes. Avoid driving into the town center if you can as parking is limited. 

14. Sutton Bank NP, Kilburn White Horse & Rievaulx Abbey

Sutton Bank is a steep hill in North Yorkshire whose escarpment and plateau were formed as a result of the movement of ice age glaciers. This area forms the western edge of the North York Moors National Park . 

Visitors to the Sutton Bank National Park Centre will be rewarded with sweeping views of the Vale of York. You can get hiking maps at the visitors’ center, but most people come to Sutton Bank for its thrilling cycling trails and for the White Horse. Sutton Bank offers cycle trails to suit all ages and abilities and you can hire bikes and spend half a day here.

Don’t miss the Kilburn White Horse . The White Horse ‘sculpture’ is an iconic Yorkshire landmark that can be seen for miles around. Yorkshire people assess the weather based on whether they can see the white horse or not! 

The horse was constructed in 1857 to compete with giant chalk sculptures in the south of England. Unlike its competitors, the Kilburn White Horse was not cut into the chalk, but limestone. This means the horse requires regular ‘whitening’ with chalk chippings to stay white. This is no easy task as the horse measures 314 ft long and 228 ft high! 

You can complete a circular walk to the White Horse returning to Sutton Bank via a pretty woodland trail. Allow 2 hours for this walk. 

If you rather do some more sightseeing in Yorkshire instead of biking or hiking, you may want to check out the nearby Rievaulx Abbey . Here, you can visit the ruins of an impressive 11th-century abbey and a nice museum that captures the lives of monks. There is also a nice cafe on-site cafe serving amazing hot chocolates and scones.

TIP: Sutton Bank is a designated Dark Skies area. After dark, car parking is free for keen stargazers to gather to look at the night sky. Sutton Bank National Park runs year-round stargazing activities. The North York Moors National Park hosts an annual Dark Skies festival every February. 

How to visit : The White Horse can only be reached by car along some of Yorkshire’s windiest roads! Leave the A19 to head towards the small village of Kilburn from where you can pick up the brown road signs to reach the elevated car park under the White Horse. If you drive directly to Sutton Bank Visitor Centre, it can be found just off the A170 between Thirsk and Helmsley. Rievaulx Abbey is just a short ride from Helmsley as well.

The port city of Hull is an underrated visitor attraction in Yorkshire. It’s a great Yorkshire day trip destination for young and old! The city boasts a charming old town section lined with grand Georgian and Victorian-era houses, maritime warehouses, and cobbled streets. The old town is packed with lively restaurants and cafes and is a great place to get lost in! 

Within this old town is Hull’s excellent Museum Quarter . All of the museums here are worth a visit and are in close proximity to each other.

The free Streetlife Museum charts 200 years of transport developments. You can climb aboard trams, buses, and walk a recreated 1940’s street. It is a ‘must visit’ for social history fans as well as vehicle lovers.

Next door is the Hull & East Riding Museum and a little further on, Wilberforce House . Wilberforce House was the home of William Wilberforce, who is credited with bringing an end to slavery in England. Both of these excellent museums are free to enter and well worth your time.

In addition, check out Hull Minster church or head to the bustling Fruit Market at Hull Marina for a fantastic choice of street food. 

TIP: If you have any time left in your day trip to Hull, head to The Deep , a world-class, aquarium on the waterfront. 

How to visit : Hull can easily be accessed by train from York, Sheffield, or Leeds. Hull’s central rail station is just a 15-minute walk to the Museum Quarter. 

16. Newby Hall

Newby Hall is an 18th-century country house with beautiful gardens. It’s a favorite day out for many Yorkshire families, especially those on a multigenerational trip. The privately-owned Newby Hall helpfully offers separate entrance tickets to the stately home and the extensive gardens. So depending on your interests, you can choose which sections of the estate to visit. 

Newby Hall manor was built in the 1690s by Sir Christopher Wren who also built St. Paul’s Cathedral in London. The house is elegantly and elaborately decorated in an 18th-century style. You can visit recreated dining rooms and bedrooms, with highlights including the Billiards Room and the intricate needlework of the Tapestry Room. 

The colorful, landscaped gardens are dotted with winding paths leading to special interest sections such as the Tropical Garden or the White Garden. For reluctant little legs, there is a miniature steam railway that runs a 1.4-kilometer loop around a section of the garden that borders the River Ure.

However, the main attraction for families at Newby Hall is a huge, outdoor adventure playground. Kids will love the aerial slide, climbing frames, sandpit, and rope-operated aerial swing boats. Adults are not left out and are able to use the pedalo boats on the playground’s central lake. 

TIP: If you have any time after your day trip to Newby Hall, check out Ripon Cathedral in the nearby market town of Ripon. This stunning cathedral retains its original 7th-century crypt from the church that was originally built here by St Wilfred. 

The current church that now stands above the crypt was built in the 12th century. It is world-famous for its unusual misericords (supports in the choir stalls) which date from the late 15th century. 

How to visit:  Newby Hall is only accessible by car and is approximately a 40-minute drive from York. For practical information and opening times, please check their website .

17. The Forbidden Corner

The Forbidden Corner near Bedale is a fun, 4-acre park and a very unique Yorkshire attraction. Visitors receive a ‘map’ upon entry which shows you what there is to see inside the park. However, the map does not tell you how to find these attractions.

You have to follow every path and turn every door handle in a quest to discover the park’s secret passageways and underground chambers. It’s one of the best things to do in the  Yorkshire Dales with kids !

You will need to squeeze through narrow walls, crawl through cramped tunnels, and dodge water-spouting statues and follies. In other words, a visit to the Forbidden Corner is about expecting the unexpected! 

The park can be rushed in 2-3 hours but you will need longer if you want to discover all the park’s attractions. Food is not allowed inside The Forbidden Corner but there is a large, shaded picnic area outside the park entrance.

TIP: Spend the rest of your day exploring Tupgill Park in which the Forbidden Corner is situated. 

How to visit: Bedale is a one-hour drive from the city of York and a 1,5 hrs drive from Leeds. After leaving the major A1 (M) road, you will be driving on winding, undulating roads to reach the Forbidden Corner. For more info, please consult their website .

Because this place is so special and quirky, no pictures do it justice. Take a look at the video below if you want to get an idea of what to expect.

How to get to Yorkshire

Yorkshire is a 5-hour drive or just 2 hours by train from London . The region can be reached in 3 hours by train from Edinburgh .

The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, located in West Yorkshire. The airport has good bus links to local train stations and to other parts of Yorkshire. 

Alternatively, many visitors arrive by ferry into the East Yorkshire city of Hull. Ferries travel to Hull from Rotterdam in the Netherlands and from Zeebrugge in Belgium.

How to travel around Yorkshire

Yorkshire is England’s biggest county and encompasses a large section of the north of England. It is divided into the smaller counties of North Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and East Riding of Yorkshire.

The major cities of each area – Leeds, Sheffield, York, and Hull can be accessed by motorway, major ‘A’ roads, and by frequent, fast rail links. 

There is a good public bus network to explore Yorkshire’s smaller towns and villages. But to fully explore rural Yorkshire, it’s best to hire a car ( see here for car rental ). Self-driving in Yorkshire is easy; roads are well maintained with good signposting. 

However, if you are visiting rural areas such as the Yorkshire Dales or Yorkshire Moors, you should be prepared for narrow, winding roads with high hedges and dry-stone walls blocking visibility in places. Yorkshire is dotted with one-lane roads, blind bends, and summits. So adjust your speed and familiarize yourself with the rules of countryside driving. 

In addition, country roads can add a significant amount of time onto relatively short journeys. For example, from the city of York to Ingleton in the Yorkshire Dales is only 68 miles / 109 km, but due to the nature of the roads, the journey time averages 2 hours each way.  

Where to stay for exploring Yorkshire

The city of York is a perfect base for exploring the rest of Yorkshire. York lies in the middle of the region and has excellent road, rail and bus links around the county.

Traveling by train, you can reach Leeds in 30 minutes and Hull in 50 minutes. By car, it is a 1-hour drive to the edge of the Yorkshire Dales and a 1 ½ hour drive to the North Yorkshire Coast.

TIP: If you don’t want to rent a car, York is the best base for exploring as well. There are many great organized tours from York that allow you to easily see some of the best places in Yorkshire.

Here are some nice hotels in York for all budgets:

• £££££ The Grand, York – a wonderful 5-star hotel with an excellent location.
• ££££ Hilton York and Novotel York Centre are popular choices among the 4-star hotels in York.
• £££ Park Inn by Radisson York City Centre – a great 3-star hotel, one of the best picks in York.
• ££ Ibis York Center is a good lower-budget option in York.

TIP: Using the map below, you can find the best deals for hotels, B&Bs, and short-term rental accommodations in and around York . Simply insert your travel dates and group size, and you’ll see what’s available for your stay. Check it out!

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Thank you so much for this website it has given me plenty of ideas as I was not sure of best place to stay but it looks like York best place to be in and do tours. Again great website thank you

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Glad to hear you found it useful, Colleen. York can be a great base especially if you want to take some tours. But if you are renting a car, you can also plan a mini road trip around the region. It's all about how you prefer to travel. Have a great trip!

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The journey from Moscow to Elektrostal by train is 32.44 mi and takes 2 hr 7 min. There are 71 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:15 AM and the last at 11:46 PM. It is possible to travel from Moscow to Elektrostal by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

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The journey between Moscow and Elektrostal by train is approximately 32.44 mi. It will take you more or less 2 hr 7 min to complete this journey. This average figure does not take into account any delays that might arise on your route in exceptional circumstances. If you are planning to make a connection or operating on a tight schedule, give yourself plenty of time. The distance between Moscow and Elektrostal is around 32.44 mi. Depending on the exact route and provider you travel with, your journey time can vary. On average, this journey will take approximately 2 hr 7 min. However, the fastest routes between Moscow and Elektrostal take 1 hr 3 min. If a fast journey is a priority for you when traveling, look out for express services that may get you there faster. Some flexibility may be necessary when booking. Often, these services only leave at particular times of day - or even on certain days of the week. You may also find a faster journey by taking an indirect route and connecting in another station along the way.

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Geographic coordinates of Elektrostal, Moscow Oblast, Russia

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Coordinates of Elektrostal in decimal degrees

Coordinates of elektrostal in degrees and decimal minutes, utm coordinates of elektrostal, geographic coordinate systems.

WGS 84 coordinate reference system is the latest revision of the World Geodetic System, which is used in mapping and navigation, including GPS satellite navigation system (the Global Positioning System).

Geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) define a position on the Earth’s surface. Coordinates are angular units. The canonical form of latitude and longitude representation uses degrees (°), minutes (′), and seconds (″). GPS systems widely use coordinates in degrees and decimal minutes, or in decimal degrees.

Latitude varies from −90° to 90°. The latitude of the Equator is 0°; the latitude of the South Pole is −90°; the latitude of the North Pole is 90°. Positive latitude values correspond to the geographic locations north of the Equator (abbrev. N). Negative latitude values correspond to the geographic locations south of the Equator (abbrev. S).

Longitude is counted from the prime meridian ( IERS Reference Meridian for WGS 84) and varies from −180° to 180°. Positive longitude values correspond to the geographic locations east of the prime meridian (abbrev. E). Negative longitude values correspond to the geographic locations west of the prime meridian (abbrev. W).

UTM or Universal Transverse Mercator coordinate system divides the Earth’s surface into 60 longitudinal zones. The coordinates of a location within each zone are defined as a planar coordinate pair related to the intersection of the equator and the zone’s central meridian, and measured in meters.

Elevation above sea level is a measure of a geographic location’s height. We are using the global digital elevation model GTOPO30 .

Elektrostal , Moscow Oblast, Russia