Yorkshire is England’s largest county and one of the most interesting destinations in the country. There’s just so much to do here, from visiting historical cities such as York to exploring moorland and getting lost in National Parks.
If you’re planning a visit to Yorkshire – God’s own country – then here’s what you should be doing.
Visit The York Dungeons
Underneath the city of York is a labyrinth of dungeons, many of which date back to the early medieval period. Tour guides regularly take people through them, showing them the spooky sights and telling them grizzly tales. The best time of year to go is around Halloween, although tours run all year. It’s a great option for families travelling with young kids.
Hike In The Yorkshire Dales
The Yorkshire Dales are actually quite some distance from York itself, with the far fringes nearly stretching all the way to the Irish Sea.
The dales are famous for their gentle grassy rolling hills and the small towns that sit in the valleys. There are many opportunities here to enjoy a stroll through nature, go on guided walks and, of course, eat plenty of cheese.
Sample The Drink
Yorkshire is also home to many places to drink and be merry. The best places to go aren’t the bars and pubs in Leeds, Bradford, Sheffield and Doncaster. Instead, it’s the manufacturers in the countryside, such as the Ellers Farms Distillery. These outlets offer punters the chance to try a selection of beers, wines and spirits. And many also have accommodation as well.
Go To Evensong At York Minster
York Minster is perhaps the most impressive cathedral in the UK. It features some of the most spectacular stonework in the country, plus a rather unusual square central tower that forms a giant atrium once inside.
The acoustics inside the Minster are extraordinary. The venue frequently hosts choral singers, especially during times of religious significance.
Go To Whitby
Whitby is right on the fringes of the north Yorkshire coastline. It’s an old fishing port, but has since become famous for its rugged coastline and beautiful fish and chip shops.
Whitney is an attractive town in itself. There are plenty of places to stay here. However, it is a long way across the North York Moors from the rest of the county, so prepare yourself for a long drive if you’re coming from the south.
Go To Mother Shipton’s Cave
Mother Shipton’s Cave is allegedly the oldest attraction in Britain. Legend has it that it was home to an old soothsayer living in the late 1400s and early 1500s who apparently foresaw the fire of London more than 100 years before it happened. The tourist attraction opened in 1630 and has been charging visitors a fee ever since.
Visit The Last Of The Summer Wine Exhibition
If you loved the Last of the Summer Wine TV series, then you’ll want to pay a visit to the West Yorkshire town of Holmfirth where producers filmed it. The series was one of the longest-running in history, first airing in 1973 and only ending in 2010.