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North Yorkshire From Scarborough to Harrogate, Richmond to Selby, this is the official account for inspiration and ideas from across North Yorkshire. 😍

From Scarborough to Harrogate, Richmond to Selby, follow us for inspiration and ideas from across North Yorkshire. Brought to you by Visit North Yorkshire, the new destination marketing service from North Yorkshire Council.

🌊 We're delighted that seven of North Yorkshire's beaches have been honoured with a Seaside Award by Keep Britain Tidy, ...
01/07/2024

🌊 We're delighted that seven of North Yorkshire's beaches have been honoured with a Seaside Award by Keep Britain Tidy, celebrating the quality and diversity of our coastline 🏆

1.Sandsend
2.Filey
3.Runswick Bay
4.Robin Hood's Bay
5.Whitby
6.Cayton Bay
7.Scarborough North Bay

Which is your favourite beach?🏖

Discover more places to visit on the Yorkshire Coast
👉https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/the-yorkshire-coast/

Have you got your tickets for the Great Yorkshire Show, yet?! 🤩 Tickets are selling fast, with Wednesday 10 July already...
30/06/2024

Have you got your tickets for the Great Yorkshire Show, yet?! 🤩

Tickets are selling fast, with Wednesday 10 July already selling out. But if you haven't got your tickets yet, don't worry. There's still time to get yours.

Head to the Great Yorkshire Show website to buy your tickets in advance:
https://greatyorkshireshow.co.uk/ticket-information/

It's always time for tea in North Yorkshire ☕Today is National Cream Tea Day, the perfect excuse to start planning to en...
28/06/2024

It's always time for tea in North Yorkshire ☕

Today is National Cream Tea Day, the perfect excuse to start planning to enjoy a delicious cream or Afternoon Tea in North Yorkshire ☕🍰

What better way to take some time out whilst exploring the area than taking time for tea. From country houses to luxury hotels to quaint cafes and shops selling scones on the go, you will always find somewhere to enjoy a traditional tea 😍

Find out more about the food & drink offer in North Yorkshire here:
https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/food-and-drink/

📸 Raven Hall Country House Hotel, Lodges & Golf Course
📸 The Drovers Arms - Restaurant & Country Pub
📸 Bettys
📸 📍 Helmsley

27/06/2024

With nearly 100 miles of beautiful coastline and beautiful parks and gardens to explore, you can find your perfect escape on the Yorkshire coast. 🌞

Find fun for all the family on our beaches or have an adventure while discovering the gardens of South Cliff Gardens and Peasholm Park - Scarborough. 🌷

Where are you escaping to this summer? Let us know in the comments below 🤩

Start planning your escape on our website: https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/find-your-escape/

The finest view in England 😍Our   is Sutton Bank, looking glorious in the sunshine earlier this week.Overlooking Lake Go...
26/06/2024

The finest view in England 😍

Our is Sutton Bank, looking glorious in the sunshine earlier this week.

Overlooking Lake Gormire, it's a gorgeous place for a walk or cycle in the heart of North York Moors National Park 🥾🚴‍♂️

Tag us if you'd like us to share your North Yorkshire pics in our next !

📸Thanks to IG: helenofwhitby

Have you visited pretty Pickering?🛍️Its independent spirit is clear to see in its charming high street, packed with anti...
24/06/2024

Have you visited pretty Pickering?

🛍️Its independent spirit is clear to see in its charming high street, packed with antique stores, boutiques and eateries, plus the weekly market

🚂It’s all aboard for a scenic trip at the 1930s themed station, start of the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, or explore miles of cycling trails at Dalby Forest - Forestry England 🌲

🏰 Uncover hundreds of years of history at Pickering Castle and discover tales from the past at Beck Isle Museum, Pickering

Start planning your visit to Pickering
👉https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/pickering/

Visit Pickering

Making the most of the sun ☀️Our   is of this fabulous family admiring the iconic view from Knaresborough Castle towards...
22/06/2024

Making the most of the sun ☀️

Our is of this fabulous family admiring the iconic view from Knaresborough Castle towards the River Nidd. 🤩

North Yorkshire is the perfect place to enjoy some family fun this summer, whether you have a fun-filled day at the seaside, 🏖️ or have an adventure in the countryside. 🌳

Get some ideas for your next day out on our website: https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/family/

📍 Knaresborough, North Yorkshire
📸 Thanks to .love.nature.our_story on insta for allowing us to share these great family photos!

The Georgian market town of Bedale serves up charm in its cobbled streets and marketplace, with a range of independent s...
21/06/2024

The Georgian market town of Bedale serves up charm in its cobbled streets and marketplace, with a range of independent shops selling everything from jewellery to antiques 🛍️

Unusual attractions include the 18th century leech house and an inland harbour - 70 miles from the sea!🌊

Out of town, hop on the 🚂Wensleydale Railway for a ride on the the heritage rails or call in to Thorp Perrow Arboretum Wildlife Park, home to a stunning collection of unique trees and a bird of prey centre 🦅

Find out more about Bedale and plan your visit
👉https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/bedale/

🤩The biggest multisport event in Europe, The Long Course Weekend is heading to North Yorkshire this September!🤩Catch the...
20/06/2024

🤩The biggest multisport event in Europe, The Long Course Weekend is heading to North Yorkshire this September!🤩

Catch the action in Wales this weekend for a sneak peek of the unique festival which sees athletes compete in open-water swimming, cycling, and running over 3 incredible days 🏊‍♀️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Coming to Masham on 6-8 September, whether you're taking part or spectating it’ll be an epic weekend at LCW Yorkshire

Find out more 👉 https://www.lcwyorkshire.com

Championship cycling returns to North Yorkshire today! 🚴🏆 Good luck to all those in the British Cycling Road Championshi...
19/06/2024

Championship cycling returns to North Yorkshire today! 🚴🏆

Good luck to all those in the British Cycling Road Championships National Time Trial with Britain's very best cyclists tackling two laps of a typically Yorkshire course at the foot of Swaledale. In their quest to wear the National Jersey riders will make a tour of Catterick Garrison and climb more than 200m to Barden Moor, a serious climb with a unforgiving start!

Have a wonderful time if you're spectating and be sure to explore Richmond and the surrounding area for some top Yorkshire hospitality, or catch the highlights on ITV4 tonight and get some inspiration for your next cycling holiday to North Yorkshire, the land where champions are made 🙌

🤩A brand new festival is coming to Scarborough 🤩Scarborough Fringe will bring a wide range of events including comedy, t...
17/06/2024

🤩A brand new festival is coming to Scarborough 🤩

Scarborough Fringe will bring a wide range of events including comedy, theatre, dance, literature, kids entertainment and more to venues across town between 21- 30 June 💃🥁

In between shows, why not discover what else Scarborough has to offer, like Peasholm Park and the peaceful South Cliff Gardens?

Follow The Scarborough Fair for updates, and find out more about Scarborough on our website
👉 https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/scarborough/

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life? The Yorkshire Dales National Park's beautiful landscape and th...
14/06/2024

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life? The Yorkshire Dales National Park's beautiful landscape and the surrounding countryside make for a perfect place to relax and recharge. 🤩

To help you plan your short break, we've put together a blog to help you find some rural retreats in and around the Dales: 🌞

🍰 Head to Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal, National Trust for a picturesque picnic
🌊 Take in the beauty of our spectacular waterfalls
🌻 Visit The Hutts Himalayan Garden and Sculpture Park to take in the stunning sculptures
🎧 Listen to an audio trail that guides you around Ribblehead Viaduct
🧘 Earth your wellness in the beautiful gardens of the Swinton Estate

Start planning your escape to North Yorkshire and get some tips from our blog 👇
https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/rural-retreats-find-your-escape/

Beautiful Filey ⛱️😍Have you visited the pretty coastal town of Filey? ⛱️ Perfect for a peaceful getaway, Filey offers a ...
13/06/2024

Beautiful Filey ⛱️😍

Have you visited the pretty coastal town of Filey? ⛱️ Perfect for a peaceful getaway, Filey offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, stunning beaches, and a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Renowned for its five miles long beach, you can stroll along the expansive golden sands whilst breathing in the fresh sea air 🌊

To top off your trip by the sea, enjoy locally sourced fish and chips or delectable seafood platters 🐟🍟 from one of the charming cafes or restaurants, discover the area's rich heritage at Filey Museum 🏛️ or explore nature's playground with a selection of walks close by ⛰️🥾

Plan your visit to Filey at: https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/filey

Snap of the Week 📸🤩The charming village of Thornton-le-Dale, set on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, is o...
12/06/2024

Snap of the Week 📸🤩

The charming village of Thornton-le-Dale, set on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, is one of the most picturesque in North Yorkshire.

Stroll past thatched cottages and pretty gardens, and stop for a drink at one of the independent tea rooms ☕

Tag us if you'd like us to share your North Yorkshire pics in our next !

📸Thanks to IG:louisej2

11/06/2024

Take time out to take it all in! 😍

With beautiful countryside and stunning floral displays in our gardens, we think we're the perfect place to find your escape this summer. 🌞

Find out more 👇
https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/find-your-escape/

Have you visited the traditional market town of Thirsk? 😍With its medieval cobbled market square filled with shops and e...
07/06/2024

Have you visited the traditional market town of Thirsk? 😍

With its medieval cobbled market square filled with shops and eateries, Thirsk is a quintessential North Yorkshire town and is perfect for a day out this Summer. 🌞 Located between the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors, you're sure to receive a warm welcome.

Thirsk is perhaps best known for being home to the renowned author James Herriot, and many fans still visit his home to see the real, "All Creatures Great and Small" practice, The World Of James Herriot, but there is more to discover in this beautiful market town:

🤩 Have a day at the races at Thirsk Racecourse Ltd (Official)
🤩 Take in the sights of Thirsk Hall
🤩 Visit the animals at the nearby Monk Park Farm

Start planning your day out at https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/

Today is a great reason to celebrate - it's National Fish and Chips Day! 🐟We may be biased, but we think North Yorkshire...
06/06/2024

Today is a great reason to celebrate - it's National Fish and Chips Day!

🐟We may be biased, but we think North Yorkshire is home to the best fish and chips in the country. Whether you're visiting the coast or heading inland, you'll find plenty of delicious chippies and restaurants across the county🍟

The question is, what do you eat with yours? Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce or even beans - let us know below 👇

📸Thanks to greytowers_walking_group and carriejoyhouse on Instagram for sharing their snaps

It's gorgeous Grassington for our   📸💚We love this image of the beautiful market town of Grassington located in the hear...
05/06/2024

It's gorgeous Grassington for our 📸💚

We love this image of the beautiful market town of Grassington located in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales 😍 and also known as the fictional town of Darrowby in Channel 5’s All Creatures Great and Small 📽️

Ideal as a Dales getaway, why not discover this charming town for yourself? 🙌

Thanks for sharing 📸 IG:

Tag us if you'd like us to share your North Yorkshire pics in our next !

There is so much to see and do in North Yorkshire this weekend! 😍Enjoy The Great Knaresborough Bed Race on Saturday as d...
04/06/2024

There is so much to see and do in North Yorkshire this weekend! 😍

Enjoy The Great Knaresborough Bed Race on Saturday as decorated beds, passengers and runners, combine with a gruelling athletic contest. 🌞

Treat yourself to delicious food at Filey Food & Drink Festival. On both Saturday and Sunday over 65 stalls will showcase best of Yorkshire food and drink plus fantastic produce from outside the region. 🍰

Petrol heads will love the UK’s largest tractor festival, Tractorfest, which returns to Newby Hall and Gardens for the weekend. See 1,000 vintage and modern tractors and 600 stationary engines, commercial vehicles, cars, trucks and motorcycles. 🚜

For inspiration of places to visit and things to do in North Yorkshire see https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/

Happy World Bicycle Day! 🚲We are blessed here in North Yorkshire to be a true riders' paradise. We've got a long history...
03/06/2024

Happy World Bicycle Day! 🚲

We are blessed here in North Yorkshire to be a true riders' paradise. We've got a long history of hosting cycling events, from the Tour de France to the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup race. 🤩

Why not get outdoors this weekend and enjoy all North Yorkshire offers? Enjoy epic climbs and descents, all while taking in the breathtaking views. Or enjoy a leisurely day along the trails across nearly 100 miles of beautiful coastline.🌞

Share your favourite cycling routes in North Yorkshire in the comments below, 👇 and find out more on our website: https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/outdoors/

Add Knaresborough to your travel bucket list for 2024 😍✔️Here's just some of the reasons why this pretty river-side mark...
30/05/2024

Add Knaresborough to your travel bucket list for 2024 😍✔️

Here's just some of the reasons why this pretty river-side market town is a must-visit 👇

📸 It's picture perfect - climb the steps to the grounds of Knaresborough Castle perched on the cliffs above the River Nidd and you'll be treated to amazing views over the river including the imposing railway viaduct 😍

*Top Tip 🚂- If you are arriving by train, make sure you get a window seat for an epic view!

🚣 You can hire a rowing boat - perfect for warmer summer days, you can get on to the water on your very own rowing boat and explore the River Nidd.

🏰 It's full of history - learn more about Knaresborough’s colourful history at Knaresborough Castle or enter a world of mystery and magic at Mother Shipton's Cave ⛰️

🛍️ The town is also full of quirky little shops, cafes and tea rooms which are perfect to spend an afternoon exploring.

🍦 Pick up an ice cream from one of the many ice cream shops for the perfect way to top off your trip.

To start planning your visit to Knaresborough, North Yorkshire go to: https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/knaresborough

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It’s National Children's Gardening Week! 🌻Get the kids interested in gardens and escape to North Yorkshire for a fun fam...
29/05/2024

It’s National Children's Gardening Week! 🌻

Get the kids interested in gardens and escape to North Yorkshire for a fun family day out to our stunning gardens. 😍

With a visit to South Cliff Gardens RHS Garden Harlow Carr, Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens, or the many other beautiful gardens kids can explore nature with outdoor play and adventure. 🌸

Spark their imagination and create a future of interest in nature. 🌞🐝

Find inspiration for your outdoor escape 👇
https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/find-your-escape/

Lace up your boots for our final post this  ! 🥾Get some fresh air and spend time with family and friends this half term,...
28/05/2024

Lace up your boots for our final post this ! 🥾

Get some fresh air and spend time with family and friends this half term, and explore the fantastic scenery of the Nidderdale National Landscape. 😍

We've got plenty of inspiration for your next walk and Nidderdale has hundreds of miles of footpaths to explore. Discover the famous landmarks of the area, learn how human activity has left its mark on the beautiful hills and valleys, and take in the views from the shores of the many reservoirs. 🌼🌲

Get more ideas for your escape to the Nidderdale National Landscape at 👇

https://visitharrogate.co.uk/explore/pateley-bridge/walks-in-pateley-nidderdale

🔔School is out! 🔔👨‍👧If you’re looking for great family days out this half-term, check out our blog and see what’s happen...
27/05/2024

🔔School is out! 🔔

👨‍👧If you’re looking for great family days out this half-term, check out our blog and see what’s happening across North Yorkshire at the likes of How Stean Gorge Ripon Museums Eden Camp Modern History Museum Whitby Abbey Mother Shipton's Cave

Or make your own entertainment in the great outdoors with plenty of room to roam in the North York Moors National Park and Yorkshire Dales National Park, or head to the beach for sandcastle fun 🏖

Find out more on our blog 👇
https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/spring-half-term-fun-in-north-yorkshire/

Snap of the Week 📸🤩We love this pic taken along the Ingleton Waterfalls Trail in the Yorkshire Dales National Park  💚A r...
26/05/2024

Snap of the Week 📸🤩

We love this pic taken along the Ingleton Waterfalls Trail in the Yorkshire Dales National Park 💚

A reflective moment captured during a North Yorkshire adventure 👌

📸 Thanks for sharing

Tag us in your pics if you'd like us to share your adventures for our next !

The Cleveland Way is celebrating its 55th anniversary today🚶‍♀️🥾Find your escape in beautiful heather moorland, charming...
24/05/2024

The Cleveland Way is celebrating its 55th anniversary today🚶‍♀️

🥾Find your escape in beautiful heather moorland, charming villages including Osmotherley and Robin Hood's Bay or lively towns like Scarborough and Whitby, and discover secluded coves

⛰Running between Helmsley in the North York Moors National Park and Filey Brigg on the coast, the 109 mile route offers a great chance to soak up the ever-changing scenery of North Yorkshire, whether you tackle it in one trip or enjoy smaller sections over several visits👣

Find more walking routes on our website
https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/outdoors/

Are you enjoying the horticultural excellence of the Chelsea Flower Show? 😍 If you enjoy taking in floral delights, why ...
23/05/2024

Are you enjoying the horticultural excellence of the Chelsea Flower Show? 😍 If you enjoy taking in floral delights, why not pay a visit to the beautiful spa town of Harrogate? 🌻

We're proud that our favourite spa town was recently featured as one of the UK's loveliest towns with floral displays by The Times and The Sunday Times! 🤩

And with the beauty of Valley Gardens, Harrogate and the Stray, 🌸 RHS Garden Harlow Carr, 🌞 and the nearby Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal, National Trust, ⛪ it's easy to see why Harrogate is an ideal spot for a short break for garden lovers!

Read the article here: www.thetimes.co.uk/travel/destinations/uk-travel/seven-of-the-uks-loveliest-towns-with-floral-displays-wq7lvqg0v

Tea lovers – it’s time to celebrate! Grab yourself a brew this International Tea Day ☕North Yorkshire is full of charmin...
21/05/2024

Tea lovers – it’s time to celebrate! Grab yourself a brew this International Tea Day ☕

North Yorkshire is full of charming cafés where you can enjoy a nicely brewed cuppa and sweet treat. Or, fill up your flask and take a stroll to your favourite beauty spot to enjoy a peaceful moment outdoors ⛰

Where's your favourite place to enjoy a brew?

Have you visited the pretty market town of Tadcaster?🍻Built from beautiful limestone that provides the perfect brewing c...
20/05/2024

Have you visited the pretty market town of Tadcaster?

🍻Built from beautiful limestone that provides the perfect brewing conditions, Tadcaster is home to Yorkshire's oldest brewery Samuel Smith's Brewery

🚣Stroll along the River Wharfe to see the town’s listed 18th century bridge, or visit beautiful St Mary’s Church and its stunning stained glass windows

🛍️Pick up locally made goods at the weekly market and monthly artisan market, or treat yourself to sumptuous chocolate treats at Ye Old Sun Inn The Home of Fairfax Distillery

🌹Delve into history with a fascinating tour of Towton Battlefield, the site of a major battle during the War of the Roses

Discover more and start planning your next trip to Tadcaster 👇https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/tadcaster/

Celebrate International Museum Day with a visit to one of the many fantastic museums in North Yorkshire!🏛️From art to hi...
18/05/2024

Celebrate International Museum Day with a visit to one of the many fantastic museums in North Yorkshire!🏛️

From art to history or tales of Yorkshire life, there’s something to entertain and intrigue everyone in immersive ways, with open air museums and interactive displays📜🏺

What's your favourite museum in North Yorkshire?
Here's a few ideas...
Captain Cook Memorial Museum Eden Camp Modern History Museum Ryedale Folk Museum Green Howards Museum or Skipton Town Hall's Craven Museum - recently shortlisted for the Art Fund Museum of the Year award 🏆

Find inspiration at https://visitnorthyorkshire.com/history-and-heritage/

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