Historic Buildings
Beningbrough - National Trust
The National Trust cared for Beningbrough, on the outskirts of Harrogate, with its eight acres of gardens, historic rooms and changing art, is a real treat to enjoy all year round. Beningbrough for garden lovers Outside, you can explore the beautifully arranged formal gardens, several herbaceous borders, less formal areas managed for wildlife as well as sweeping lawns and a kitchen walled garden. There are many perfect spots for a picnic and visitors return time...
Newby Hall & Gardens
Designed by Sir Christopher Wren in 1690, with some of Britain’s finest Robert Adam interiors, Newby Hall is home...
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden
Surrounded by beautiful North Yorkshire countryside, this World Heritage Site has a lot to offer for a thoroughly enjoyable...
Knaresborough Castle & Museum
A stronghold of medieval kings, Knaresborough Castle is beautifully set, overlooking the River Nidd. Explore Knaresborough Castle independently and...
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Find the echoes of the past around Harrogate and discover how this part of Yorkshire played its part in shaping the modern world we live in today
Historically it was Ripon and Knaresborough that were the key seats of power. The buildings around which this power was focused are still there, standing proud, to be explored today.
There are more than grand cathedrals and abbeys. As the feudal and then monastic power faded, and industrialists began to make their mark on the world, stately homes with immense grounds and grand formal gardens became the prominent buildings that demonstrated power and wealth.
The Backdrop to the Modern World
Make the history of Yorkshire the backdrop to your holiday. When you visit Harrogate and the surrounding towns and landscape, you can trace this journey from Roman ruins to dark crypts.
See how the medieval fortresses played their part in civil war England and visit stately homes that became stately prisons for the ill-fated Mary Queen of Scots.
Behind every historic wall and turret, in the marks on the walls and the hidden priest holes is the story of religious and political upheaval, and the people caught between the warring sides in great conflicts.
Accessible for Children
The days of stuffy stately homes and look, do not touch are behind us and the historic houses around Harrogate have embraced play in much of what they do.
Interactive displays will both entertain and educate, and outdoor play areas will give them a wide open space where they can burn off energy and run through trees and woodland in the grounds.
No need to be a History Buff.
You do not need to know the history or the story to enjoy the historic buildings around the Harrogate area; in fact you may get more enjoyment from your visit if you don’t.
Let the story unfold as you discover the heroes and villains, the tragedy and the triumph that is soaked into the walks, the grounds and the atmosphere of the castles, houses, abbeys churches and cathedrals across the heart of Yorkshire.
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Aldborough Roman Settlement
Ripley Castle
Mount Grace Priory, House and...
Skipton Castle
Markenfield Hall
Harewood House
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St Wilfrid's Church, Harrogate
Ripon Cathedral
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Behind the scenes of Historic Buildings
St Wilfrid's, Harrogate
St Wilfrid's, Harrogate is one of the most interesting churches in Harrogate town, and the only Grade I listed...
Caring for the state beds
Caring for the state beds by Alana Bates, Collections Assistant, Beningbrough Hall, Gallery and Gardens An empty house When...
Something amazing is happening at Ripon Cathedral this summer
Something amazing is happing at Ripon Cathedral this summer Thousands of beautiful, white, paper angels are being created and...
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