Boroughbridge

Discover what Boroughbridge has to offer

Explore this historic coaching town with its Roman roots and boundless hospitality

This historic coaching town is exactly halfway between London and Edinburgh on Britain’s Great North Road, the A1.  The tradition of hospitality lives on in Boroughbridge with many lively cafés among the shops on its famously vibrant high street.

Explore the historic curiosities of this pretty town, from the open-air museum of agricultural heritage to the prehistoric standing stones aligned on the edge of town.  Enjoy riverside walks or even paddleboarding along the River Ure, or explore the history and gardens of a bygone age at the nearby stately homes.

Boroughbridge has a thriving High Street with inviting cafes, independent shops, pubs and restaurants. The pretty cobbled Hall Square was once the home of fishermen; today you will find the Butter Market Museum, an eclectic display of local artefacts, showing the history of the town’s people.

Away from the Dales, Boroughbridge is on the edge of the Vale of York. Where the hills are gentle and the patchwork of wheat fields and working farmland is lined with hedgerows that teem with wildlife. This area is a more gentle countryside compared to the rugged hills of North Yorkshire’s two national parks.

The Market Well in Boroughbridge

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What's in Boroughbridge

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Beningbrough - National Trust

The National Trust Beningbrough, North of York, with its eight acres of…

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Newby Hall & Gardens

A perfect destination for quality time together. Explore the beautiful…

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Yorkshire Heart

Award winning vineyard and brewery offering a unique learning experience…

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Beningbrough River Walk

This fully waymarked walk begins from the car park at Beningbrough Hall…

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The Fox and Hounds Langthorpe

Quintessential village pub, serving the finest ales and fresh food with…

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The Tap on the Tutt

A Grade 2 listed pub refurbished to create a blend of modern comforts with…

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The Oak Tree Inn

A traditional village inn in the heart of Helperby, North Yorkshire.

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Shahi Raj Restaurant

A warm welcome awaits you from all the team at the Shahi Raj serving Fine…

Events in Boroughbridge

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Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Festive Willow Wreath…

7 Nov - 14 Dec 26

Discover how to make a sustainable festive wreath from entirely natural…

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Helperby Comedy Night - Village Hall

13 Nov 26

Fusing together music, spoken word and comedy, with his tongue often…

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Yorkshire Wildlife Trust New Years Mindfulness…

9 Dec 26

Relax after Christmas and get out in nature. Join Rachel Clark Wilson…

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Northern Aldborough Festival

16 Jun - 26 Jun 27

The ten-day festival featuring the hottest talents from opera and…

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Festivals in Boroughbridge

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Northern Aldborough Festival

16 Jun - 26 Jun 27

The ten-day festival featuring the hottest talents from opera and…

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Read on for some helpful information if planning a visit to Boroughbridge

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A few frequently asked questions for your visit to Boroughbridge.

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