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Discover the beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces of North Yorkshire, embrace some adventure or give yourself time to relax and rejuvenate.  North Yorkshire is the place to find your escape this year.  

Beautiful Gardens & Outdoor Spaces

Newby Gardens

Discover stunning gardens

Enjoy a horticultural holiday exploring our spectacular gardens. Discover national plant collections, delicious edibles, open gardens, and hidden gems amongst an abundance of floral delights.

We are lucky to have a unique range of gardens to feed your horticultural passions. So, take some time to discover all of our great gardens, large and small and begin to plan your short break to the Harrogate area of North Yorkshire.

Exploring views at HGSP

Escape to the great outdoors

Whether you’re searching for an outdoor adventure or some time to relax and recharge, there’s no better place to be than in the breathtaking North Yorkshire countryside. Just minutes from Harrogate, you’ll find some truly captivating outdoor spaces to explore.

The Nidderdale National Landscape and the outdoor playground of the Yorkshire Dales offers everything from climbs, walking and cycling routes through stunning landscapes to water adventures on our meandering rivers so you can discover your wild side or just simply take in the views.

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Kitchen Garden, at Rudding...
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Kitchen Garden, at Rudding...

Mount Grace Priory, House and...
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Mount Grace Priory, House and...

Goddards
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Goddards

Ripon Workhouse & Garden...
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Ripon Workhouse & Garden...

Beningbrough - National Trust
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Beningbrough - National Trust

Fountains Abbey & Studley...
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Fountains Abbey & Studley...

RHS Garden Harlow Carr
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RHS Garden Harlow Carr

Swinton Gardens
See How Our Gardens Grow

Swinton Gardens

Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens
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Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens

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Wildflower escape

Inspiration, find your escape in North Yorkshire

Jonathan Moseley explores some of our glorious gardens
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Jonathan Moseley explores some of our glorious gardens

We invited celebrated floral designer Jonathan Moseley to explore two of our glorious gardens for the first time, and...

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Find some 'friluftsliv'

The Scandinavian lifestyle craze of hygge took the world by storm; but have you heard about friluftsliv? This is...

Year-round beauty in the Harrogate district
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Year-round beauty in the Harrogate district

Harrogate is a floral district with an abundance of gardens to visit that bring colour and splendour all year...

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Five Harrogate Walks for Nature
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Five Harrogate Walks for Nature

Embark on unforgettable Harrogate walks through stunning nature spots. Discover five scenic walks for nature enthusiasts, showcasing the beauty...

An Outstanding love of Nidderdale AONB
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An Outstanding love of Nidderdale AONB

We spoke to Alice Crosby, Woodland Officer at Nidderdale AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), once voted one of the favourite...

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Top 5 Things to Do to Boost Your Mood

Life can be hectic, and we all need moments to rejuvenate our spirits. Fortunately, the Harrogate area of North...

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