Pictures of North Yorkshire
About North Yorkshire
The picturesque County of Yorkshire is among the largest in England and is divided into four parts - North, South, East and West Yorkshire. The city of York, famed for its historic Roman Walls and its charming medieval streets is home to the famous 'York Minster Cathedral', a fine example of medieval architecture dating back to the Roman Era which boasts one of the finest collections of stained glass in existence. The Yorkshire Dales is an area of outstanding beauty, with a large part being designated as one of England and Wales' protected national parks. Local attractions include 'Bolton Castle', a magnificent medieval fortress built in 1399 by Richard le Scrope. 'North Yorkshire Moors Railway', a preserved steam railway running 18 miles through the picturesque North Yorkshire Moors.
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 | Viewed from the surrounding grassy fells, this gorgeous stone village with its striking walls softened by rich green foliage, presents a picture of timeless charm... Information | Pictures (9) | Hotels |
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 | Osmotherley is a beautiful unspoilt village on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors, it lies surrounded by moors and pastureland between the Cleveland and Hambleton Hills... Information | Pictures (5) | Hotels |
 | This is a lovely village hidden in a lush green valley landscape of sweeping hillsides, meadows and breathtaking scenery... Information | Pictures (7) | Hotels |
 | Tadcaster has been at the centre of the Brewing industry since the 18th century, and today breweries remain conspicuous on its landscape... Information | Pictures (4) | Hotels |
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 | Hidden in the exquisite countryside of the lower regions of the Dales, Crakehall Water Mill must be one of the most photographed..... Information | Pictures (2) | Hotels |
 | The Dalby Forest lies in the majestic northern uplands at the edge of North Yorkshire Moors National Park. It is mostly a..... Information | Pictures (2) | Hotels |
 | They say first impressions count and they do, for looking at the beautiful facade of Fairfax House, designed by John Carr, noted..... Information | Pictures (2) | Hotels |
 | The present Cathedral at the heart of Ripon is built upon the spot of a monastery founded by Bishop Wilfrid of York in the year..... Information | Pictures (16) | Hotels |
 | Swaledale is one of the northernmost dales in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Less visited, but just as stunning as the more..... Information | Pictures (8) | Hotels |
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