Top Things to do in North Yorkshire
Top 9 Geologic Formations in North Yorkshire, England
Discover the best top things to do in North Yorkshire, United Kingdom including Gordale Scar, Brimham Rocks, Almscliffe Crag Harrogate, The Hole of Horcum, Filey Brigg, Plumpton Rocks, Castleberg Rock, Warrendale Knotts, Reighton Sands.
Restaurants in North Yorkshire
1. Gordale Scar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By darrenj683 - Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
We approached the scar after walking from Malham Tarn and were blown away by the gorge as seen from above. After walking down the hill side to the entrance of the scar, we entered the site and were pleasantly surprised to he met by a wonderful double waterfall. For the more skillful, it seems as though you can climb the waterfall and enter the canyon beyond as several people were climbing down after having done so. The site is a great example of the power of glaciation and is worth going out of your way to visit.
2. Brimham Rocks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,406 reviews
An amazing collection of weird and wonderful rock formations: a great day out for families, climbers and those who love the outdoors.
Reviewed By FrequentFlier809627
Superb for all the family. Plenty of marked (disabled accessible) paths & lots of rocks to climb. There's really nowhere else like it. Be sure to see the Dancing Bear rock (above the visitor centre) &, just a little further on, the Balancing Rock. Make sure you visit the snack bar (check opening days) and try the hot sausage rolls - the best sausage rolls you've ever had! There's a large area of picnic tables by the snack bar so feel free to bring your own picnic. Parking, at the entrance, is extensive (free for NT members) with disabled spaces; Parking gets busy on fine weekends, school holidays & Bank holidays so try to arrive before 11.00 on sunny days!
3. Almscliffe Crag Harrogate
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4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By theharrogatelady - Harrogate, United Kingdom
Take a walk up Armscliffe Crag and the views across North and West Yorkshire will blow you away! It’s not a tough climb and you will see for miles on a clear day.
4. The Hole of Horcum
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4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By Dilly4472 - Spilsby, United Kingdom
Spent entire day hiking this area of the North York Moors. So much beautiful countryside and almost completely deserted!!! There were plenty of sheep and the constant sound of birdsong but we met just 2 other couples out hiking. From carpark walk across the Moors high above The Hole, visit Skelton Tower, continue to Levisham Station, climb up to Levisham village, enjoy a drink at the Horseshoe Inn, return along the bottom of The Hole and climb back out to the car park...... a bit over 9 miles. If you’re not up to that just do a quick 2 mile circuit down into the Hole and back up. However this free outside attraction doesn’t even seem to appear on the Trip Advisor map search of the area???
5. Filey Brigg
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By 322aicwhu322 - Pershore, United Kingdom
Gorgeous walk from Filey either from the cliff-top down a steep path or all along the shore from Filey Well worth the effort though apparently need to check the tide
6. Plumpton Rocks
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 121 reviews
Reviewed By Alison6784
One of those rare gems you must visit. A walk in nature. Take a flask and lunch and admire the rock formations and water. Look out for the scenes painted by Turner. Truely magical and stunning.
7. Castleberg Rock
8. Warrendale Knotts
Conveniently starting just off Settle centre, at Constitution Hill, this hiking trail is easy to moderate uphill walk with amazing views of Settle from the top as it meanders through farmland and awesome exposed limestone hills. 2 to 3 hours at a comfortable pace with caves to thrill the kids and shaggy sheep all over. Best to stick to obvious hiking paths...
9. Reighton Sands
Overall Ratings
1.0 based on 1 reviews
