What to do and see in North Yorkshire, England: The Best Things to do

March 14, 2022 Layne Dawes

Discover the best top things to do in North Yorkshire, United Kingdom including Nidderdale Llamas, National Railway Museum, Brimham Rocks, York Minster, RHS Garden Harlow Carr, Whitby Abbey, Peasholm Park, Valley Gardens, Whitby Beach, 199 Steps.
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1. Nidderdale Llamas

Wilsill, Pateley Bridge Kiln Farm, Harrogate HG3 5EE England +44 1423 711052 [email protected] http://www.nidderdalellamas.org
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5.0 based on 628 reviews

Nidderdale Llamas

A unique interactive fun activity, based on a family working farm in Nidderdale. Offering Llama Trekking & Llama/alpaca experiences in beautiful countryside. Fantastic fun with amazing friendly animals, a range of options to choose from all including close contact with llamas, alpacas and some other animals.

Reviewed By iTravellers - Manchester, United Kingdom

This was a surprise Birthday treat and it didn't disappoint! We spent a lovely afternoon getting to know all about Llamas and Alpacas. We were able to interact with the animals in a safe environment before heading out for a walk with them. The Llamas were very calm and terrific walking companions. Even though the Yorkshire weather was atrocious it didn't dampen the spirits of the group. The staff were brilliant and very knowledgable about the animals and their different characters. We were each " matched" with a Llama and got to know them as we walked out on our short trek. After the trek we warmed up with tea and cake, a nice touch. This has been the highlight of our week in beautiful Yorkshire and would thoroughly recommend.

2. National Railway Museum

Leeman Road, York YO26 4XJ England 03330 161 010 [email protected] http://www.railwaymuseum.org.uk/
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4.5 based on 18,169 reviews

National Railway Museum

FREE ENTRY Home to iconic locomotives and an unrivalled collection of engineering brilliance, we celebrate the past, present and future of innovation on the railways. Dedicated to igniting our visitors’ curiosity about the people, places and engineering marvels behind the railways, we put our passion for amazing stories into everything we do.

Reviewed By andrewmR3427OB

Excellent museum free entry or you can put a voluntary donation toward the upkeep of the locos and museum lots to do and very informative.There are different talks on various subjects of railwayana.The museum has 3 large halls film of locos and railwayana there are also viewing platforms where you can see staff working on different locos.You can easily spend all day here there is a resteraunt and shops well worth a visit

3. Brimham Rocks

Summerbridge, Harrogate HG3 4DW England +44 1423 780688 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brimhamrocks
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4.5 based on 2,406 reviews

Brimham Rocks

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!

4. York Minster

Minster Yard Deangate, York YO1 7HH England +44 1904 557201 [email protected] http://www.yorkminster.org
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4.5 based on 15,812 reviews

York Minster

Dating back to medieval times, this splendid Church of England cathedral features magnificent 14th- and 15th-century stained glass, stonework and elaborate tombs.

Reviewed By 354ursulal - Uxbridge, United Kingdom

Have visited york Minster twice now and both times this beautiful building and helpful staff have made it extremely educational and interesting, the tower tour gives exceptional views of a beautiful city and surrounding countryside, a must do for anybody in York.

5. RHS Garden Harlow Carr

Harlow Carr Gardens Crag Lane, Harrogate HG3 1QB England +44 845 265 8070 [email protected] http://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/harlow-carr
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4.5 based on 2,746 reviews

RHS Garden Harlow Carr

Reviewed By 869victoriac - Doncaster, United Kingdom

Lovely afternoon spent walking around these gardens The Gardena are beautiful. Felt safe we all COVID-19 precautions I place at Harlow Care, plant centre and shop also very good with great selection of plants, books and local gifts. Bettys tearoom also very good great food and service.

6. Whitby Abbey

Abbey Lane, Whitby YO22 4JT England +44 1947 603568 [email protected] http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/whitby-abbey/?utm_source=Trip%20Advisor&utm_campaign=Local%20Listings&utm_medium=Trip%20Advisor%20Profiles&utm_content=whitby%20abbey
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4.5 based on 5,473 reviews

Whitby Abbey

Reviewed By lawlieh - Rugby, United Kingdom

We were lucky enough to stumble across a Dracula play at the Abbey, amazingly talented actors and so very funny set in the best surroundings too !

7. Peasholm Park

Columbus Ravine, Scarborough YO12 7QZ England +44 1723 383636 http://www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com/scarborough/attraction/nature-parks-gardens/peasholm-park-scarborough
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4.5 based on 4,954 reviews

Peasholm Park

Reviewed By rayeathealthy - Scarborough, United Kingdom

spend the day at peasholm park,feeding the ducks or squirrels ,riding the dragon boats around the lake or taking a walk along the many paths through wooded paths and watching the ducks along the stream way. Throw coins in the wishing well or play golf for any age On some days there is a naval battle. Fantastic to watch

8. Valley Gardens

Cornwall Road, Harrogate HG1 2SZ England +44 1423 500600 http://www.harrogate.gov.uk/pos/Pages/ValleyGardens.aspx
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4.5 based on 2,457 reviews

Valley Gardens

Valley Gardens is a beautiful Park in Low Harrogate, perfect for a relaxed stroll or for a family day out. It is an English Heritage Grade II Listed Garden covering 17 acres of formal gardens, leisure activities and woodland. Historical buildings and the semi-covered Colonades sit nestled amongst a wide variety of shrub, flower and herbaceous beds. The adventure play area is immensely popular especially during the summer season when the paddling pool is a refreshing way to cool down. There are a wide range of sporting activities to try during your visit including; tennis, crazy golf, table tennis, disc golf, pitch and putt as well as a skatepark. For music lovers, band concerts take place on Sunday afternoons throughout the summer.

Reviewed By andycR9465OD - York, United Kingdom

Valley Gardens is a fabulous town-centre space with brilliant views, plenty of seating and great sporting options, including tennis, crazy golf, a playground and a skate-park. It also has a good coffee shop which serves nice ice-cream. The gardens are really well kept by a large team of gardeners who do a great job - if you visit Harrogate do not miss Valley Gardens.

9. Whitby Beach

1 Pier Road West Cliff The Spa, Whitby YO21 3PT England +44 7862 344677
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4.5 based on 1,435 reviews

Whitby Beach

Reviewed By Daveshent - Leek, United Kingdom

Great beach stretching for miles, flat hard sand makes it great for games and playing, colourful beach huts line the prominard and the life guard station well manned with good guidance given to surfers and bathers alike. Lots of space for social distancing during COVID 19

10. 199 Steps

Henrietta St, Whitby YO22 4DL England
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4.5 based on 1,133 reviews

199 Steps

Reviewed By flipper1414 - Hartland, United Kingdom

199 steps marked by Roman numerals on the left side of each step at the top a great view a church and after that the abbey , at the bottom narrow cobblestones street with fantastic jewellery shops

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