Yorkshire
Yorkshire is your open door to so many different experiences. It’s big and boundless, a mix of magnetic landscapes, seductive seascapes and vibrant cities that change by the minute and the mile.
Unwind in its quieter side among timeless green vales and dales dotted with traditional villages. Be part of the buzz of a fast-moving city scene. Feel sea breezes in your face and sand between your toes at charming seaside resorts and salty old harbours. Tuck into the best fish and chips you’ve ever tasted, then savour the finest sophisticated cuisine at award-winning restaurants and inns. Take a trip back in time at atmospheric castles, abbeys and historic houses. Or leap forward to the future at state-of-the-art attractions.
Yorkshire is a unique mix of influences and inspirational places. It’s restful and zestful, forward looking yet founded on a bedrock of traditional values. We’re a friendly, straight-talking lot in these parts. And we take great pride and pleasure in introducing visitors to Yorkshire’s many and varied faces.
Plain speaking may be part of Yorkshire’s character, but there’s nothing plain about this captivating part of Britain. Country or city, trendy or traditional, ancient history or cutting-edge contemporary – Yorkshire has it all.
Must see and do
- National Railway Museum, York
- National Museum of Photography, Film and Television, Bradford
- National Coal Mining Museum for England, Wakefield
- Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds
- The Great Yorkshire Show, Harrogate (September)
- Magna Science Adventure Centre, Rotherham
- The Deep, Hull
- Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo, near Malton
- York Minster, York
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Featured destinations in Yorkshire
Barnsley offers an exciting mix of entertainment to suit all tastes, while surrounding rural villages feature quiet, cosy restaurants & pubs with excellent food.
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Architecture makes this town outstanding. Visit the superb Borough Market, the galleried Piece Hall, the Town Hall, Shibden Hall and Eureka! The Museum for Children.
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Located on the banks of the River Humber, this magnificent waterfront city boasts a relaxing atmosphere along with a vibrant mix of culture, shopping and nightlife.
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Leeds combines a fast-paced, buzzing city centre with the serenity of calming countryside within easy reach – it’s a great place for everyone to enjoy.
Whitby, dominated by the cliff top ruins of the beautiful 13th-century Abbey, is famous for its maritime and literary heritage.
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The History of York is the History of England. 2000 years of history, award-winning attractions, quaint teashops, bustling shopping streets and an excellent array of restaurants, bistros, bars and evening entertainment.