Penny's Guidebook for North Yorkshire
Arts & Culture
Royal Pump Room Museum
Crown PlaceInteresting history of Harrogate as a spa town
A beautiful large Georgian mansion near the pretty village of Beningbrough, overlooking the River Ouse. Baroque interiors, cantilevered stairs and wood carving. Restaurant. 39 minutes drive, 23 miles away.
38 locals recommend
National Trust Beningbrough Hall
A beautiful large Georgian mansion near the pretty village of Beningbrough, overlooking the River Ouse. Baroque interiors, cantilevered stairs and wood carving. Restaurant. 39 minutes drive, 23 miles away.
The Minster, The Yorvik Viking Centre, The Shambles, York City Art Gallery and Museum - just a few of the reasons a visit to York is a must. There's a wonderful restaurant scene with The Star Inn the City, Skosh, Le Cochon Aveugle, and Tommy Banks' Roots - these are all top choices. The easiest way to visit York from here is via the train from Pannal station, only 4 miles away, where you can park for free and enjoy a relaxing journey to the centre of York in an hour. Adjacent to the station is the Railway Museum which houses the Mallard, the fastest steam locomotive in the world, and the original Stphenson's Rocket, alongside a world class collection of steam trains and interiors from days gone by. www.visityork.org
409 locals recommend
York
The Minster, The Yorvik Viking Centre, The Shambles, York City Art Gallery and Museum - just a few of the reasons a visit to York is a must. There's a wonderful restaurant scene with The Star Inn the City, Skosh, Le Cochon Aveugle, and Tommy Banks' Roots - these are all top choices. The easiest way to visit York from here is via the train from Pannal station, only 4 miles away, where you can park for free and enjoy a relaxing journey to the centre of York in an hour. Adjacent to the station is the Railway Museum which houses the Mallard, the fastest steam locomotive in the world, and the original Stphenson's Rocket, alongside a world class collection of steam trains and interiors from days gone by. www.visityork.org
Excellent venue for concerts. Grade II listed Edwardian performance hall and theatre, with easy parking, and close to excellent restaurants. Attracts world famous performers. Please check what is on during your visit at www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk
18 locals recommend
Royal Hall, Harrogate
Ripon RoadExcellent venue for concerts. Grade II listed Edwardian performance hall and theatre, with easy parking, and close to excellent restaurants. Attracts world famous performers. Please check what is on during your visit at www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk
Parks & Nature
National Trust properties and local stately homes; gardens and walks
A stunning Cistercian abbey dating from 16th century, set in a beautiful landscape in which to walk. The water garden and deer park of Studley Royal are highly recommended, as is the English Heritage St. Mary's Church at Studley Royal. There's a cafe; and distance from here is 35 minutes drive (18 miles).
185 locals recommend
Fountains Abbey
A stunning Cistercian abbey dating from 16th century, set in a beautiful landscape in which to walk. The water garden and deer park of Studley Royal are highly recommended, as is the English Heritage St. Mary's Church at Studley Royal. There's a cafe; and distance from here is 35 minutes drive (18 miles).
Another stunning Cistercian abbey, just over an hour away. Helmlsey is a lovely market town, with independent shops and Helmsley castle being an English Heritage attraction. There are some delightful places to eat in this area including The Hare at Scawton. Robert Thompson's showroom of "The Mouseman" furniture fame, is nearby at Kilburn.
68 locals recommend
Rievaulx Abbey
Rievaulx BankAnother stunning Cistercian abbey, just over an hour away. Helmlsey is a lovely market town, with independent shops and Helmsley castle being an English Heritage attraction. There are some delightful places to eat in this area including The Hare at Scawton. Robert Thompson's showroom of "The Mouseman" furniture fame, is nearby at Kilburn.
Harewood House grounds, landscaped by Capability Brown: under 10 minutes away, this popular circular walk of approximately 1.5 hours through the park offers beautiful views of Harewood House, the surrounding countryside and very often the deer who live there. You’ll see magnificent Red Kites as this was one of the places of reintroduction in 1999. You can park near the Muddy Boots café with an honesty box fee, and there is no fee to enter the park.
Harewood House www.harewood.org is open for visitors, and hosts outdoor concerts and Luna Cinema events. Harewood holistics within the estate, is a new venue for yoga and retreats, allied to Yoga Kula which I can highly recommend.
108 locals recommend
Harewood House
Harewood House grounds, landscaped by Capability Brown: under 10 minutes away, this popular circular walk of approximately 1.5 hours through the park offers beautiful views of Harewood House, the surrounding countryside and very often the deer who live there. You’ll see magnificent Red Kites as this was one of the places of reintroduction in 1999. You can park near the Muddy Boots café with an honesty box fee, and there is no fee to enter the park.
Harewood House www.harewood.org is open for visitors, and hosts outdoor concerts and Luna Cinema events. Harewood holistics within the estate, is a new venue for yoga and retreats, allied to Yoga Kula which I can highly recommend.
Beautiful arboretum for walking; tearoom; 45 minute drive, 38 miles
41 locals recommend
Thorp Perrow - Arboretum and Bird of Prey & Mammal Centre
Beautiful arboretum for walking; tearoom; 45 minute drive, 38 miles
Quirky, clever, fun - a series of extravagant follies which is great fun for adults as well as children. The nearby Blue Lion pub at East Witton is recommended for lunch/dinner. Just over an hour's scenic drive, 46 miles away.
96 locals recommend
The Forbidden Corner
Quirky, clever, fun - a series of extravagant follies which is great fun for adults as well as children. The nearby Blue Lion pub at East Witton is recommended for lunch/dinner. Just over an hour's scenic drive, 46 miles away.
Bolton Abbey Estate; www.boltonabbey.com : really stunning walking in this area, with the Priory dating to the 12th century, 60 stepping stones to cross the river Wharfe (there is also a bridge!), Posforth Gill waterfalls and the Devonshire Arms for an indulgent lunch or afternoon tea. The full walk is approximately 7 miles. It is also a very picturesque place to enjoy a picnic. 37 minute scenic drive, 22 miles.
Steam train enthusiasts can enjoy the Embsay to Bolton Abbey steam train ride through picturesque Dales scenery, lasting an hour. They also offer special dining options, and themed events.
185 locals recommend
Bolton Abbey
Bolton Abbey Estate; www.boltonabbey.com : really stunning walking in this area, with the Priory dating to the 12th century, 60 stepping stones to cross the river Wharfe (there is also a bridge!), Posforth Gill waterfalls and the Devonshire Arms for an indulgent lunch or afternoon tea. The full walk is approximately 7 miles. It is also a very picturesque place to enjoy a picnic. 37 minute scenic drive, 22 miles.
Steam train enthusiasts can enjoy the Embsay to Bolton Abbey steam train ride through picturesque Dales scenery, lasting an hour. They also offer special dining options, and themed events.
Gardens
A 1 acre absolute "gem" of a garden; 14 minutes drive away, with a cafe and offering interesting garden workshops. Highly recommended
York Gate Garden
Back Church LaneA 1 acre absolute "gem" of a garden; 14 minutes drive away, with a cafe and offering interesting garden workshops. Highly recommended
Unique garden, and highly recommended for it's variety of rare plants and beautiful setting. 50 minute scenic drive, 25 miles away. Tearoom.
23 locals recommend
Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park - Closed until Sat 5th October 2019
Unique garden, and highly recommended for it's variety of rare plants and beautiful setting. 50 minute scenic drive, 25 miles away. Tearoom.
Highly recommended; only 15 minutes from here, with Betty's cafe and RHS shop. Courses are run throughout the year, and events staged in the gardens. www.rhs.org.uk
138 locals recommend
RHS Garden Harlow Carr
Crag LaneHighly recommended; only 15 minutes from here, with Betty's cafe and RHS shop. Courses are run throughout the year, and events staged in the gardens. www.rhs.org.uk
Local town and shopping
The picturesque spa town of Harrogate is a 15 minute drive from here, and offers a variety of boutique shopping along James Street and Parliament street; some excellent independent coffee shops – Hoxtons on The Crown near to Valley Gardens is popular for brunch; Weetons overlooking the Stray has an excellent delicatessen and serves lunch and coffee; Bean and Bud on Commercial Street offers single origin excellent coffee and cakes, with The Cheeseboard on the same street. The 100 acre Stray parkland is a lovely place to picnic on a fine day, and Valley Gardens is a pleasant walk; Montpellier antique quarter (adjacent to Hoxtons and close to Valley Gardens) on a picturesque cobbled street is an interesting place to brouse independent antique shops, and the famous Betty’s tea rooms and shop are a must visit for delicious treats.
221 locals recommend
Harrogate
The picturesque spa town of Harrogate is a 15 minute drive from here, and offers a variety of boutique shopping along James Street and Parliament street; some excellent independent coffee shops – Hoxtons on The Crown near to Valley Gardens is popular for brunch; Weetons overlooking the Stray has an excellent delicatessen and serves lunch and coffee; Bean and Bud on Commercial Street offers single origin excellent coffee and cakes, with The Cheeseboard on the same street. The 100 acre Stray parkland is a lovely place to picnic on a fine day, and Valley Gardens is a pleasant walk; Montpellier antique quarter (adjacent to Hoxtons and close to Valley Gardens) on a picturesque cobbled street is an interesting place to brouse independent antique shops, and the famous Betty’s tea rooms and shop are a must visit for delicious treats.
A beautifully restored Victorian spa with treatment rooms. Please book at
www.turkishbathsharrogate.co.uk
98 locals recommend
Turkish Baths Harrogate
Parliament StreetA beautifully restored Victorian spa with treatment rooms. Please book at
www.turkishbathsharrogate.co.uk
Food scene
Betty's have a fabulous cookery school, just 15 minutes drive from here, offering half day or full day and longer, courses. Please refer to www.Bettys.co.uk/cookery school
Bettys Cookery School
Hookstone ParkBetty's have a fabulous cookery school, just 15 minutes drive from here, offering half day or full day and longer, courses. Please refer to www.Bettys.co.uk/cookery school
Sport
Excellent 18 hole golf course and club house; green fees from £25.00, and buggy hire available. Lessons and driving range, with state of the art teaching aids.
The Repton short course offers 5 par 3 holes, with testing over water holes and hazards. £10 green fee.
Rudding Park Golf Club
Excellent 18 hole golf course and club house; green fees from £25.00, and buggy hire available. Lessons and driving range, with state of the art teaching aids.
The Repton short course offers 5 par 3 holes, with testing over water holes and hazards. £10 green fee.
Leeds United A.F.C
Elland RoadDavid Lloyd Harrogate
Oakdale PlaceIndoor and outdoor tennis courts; state of the art gym and classes
Yoga Luxe Studio
17-19 Station ParadeYoga, Pilates, Barre and Hiit classes in Harrogate
Shopping
Victoria Quarter
Victoria StreetLuxury designer shopping in Leeds
Victoria Gate
Vicar LaneLuxury designer shopping in Leeds
Discount designer shopping on the York ring road. Easy parking, or park and ride service.
81 locals recommend
York Designer Outlet
Saint Nicholas AvenueDiscount designer shopping on the York ring road. Easy parking, or park and ride service.