Pictures of South Yorkshire

About the county of South 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.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in South Yorkshire

Stainton (2 Pictures)

in the county of South Yorkshire

This picturesque South Yorkshire village was mentioned in the Doomsday Book, but there is considerable evidence that it existed as a settlement long before 1086...

Tickhill (34 Pictures)

in the county of South Yorkshire

This is a pleasant, somewhat sprawling village lying in rural countryside a short distance from the market town of Maltby..

Whiston (11 Pictures)

in the county of South Yorkshire

Whiston is surrounded by fine countryside, leafy lanes lead towards Morthen and Wickersley...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in South Yorkshire

Botanical Gardens, Sheffield (5 Pictures)

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Brodsworth Community Woodlands (22 Pictures)

"This picturesque woodland is rapidly developing into one of the most attractive wildlife sites in the region. With its mixture.....

Dearne Valley (2 Pictures)

An area in South Yorkshire along the river Dearne...

Sheffield Cathedral (1 Pictures)

This cathedral dates mostly from the 15th century, it was the former parish church of St.Peter and St.Paul, its tower and.....

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