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Brimham Rocks
Family Attractions
Pateley Bridge
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Brimham Rocks

The Wonder of Nidderdale: Brimham Rocks is an amazing collection of weird and wonderful rock formations, sculpted over centuries...

Fountains Abbey ancient trees walk
Dog Friendly Walks
Ripon
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Fountains Abbey ancient trees walk

On this circular walk you'll learn a little more about the ancient trees in the Deer Park and gain...

Washburn Valley Birds Walk
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Harrogate
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Washburn Valley Birds Walk

Wander through woodland, along river banks and admire views of the reservoir and the Washburn Valley. Historically this walk...

Swinsty Reservoir Walking Routes
Dog Friendly Walks
Harrogate
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Swinsty Reservoir Walking Routes

Swinsty Reservoir, managed by Yorkshire Water sits in the Washburn Valley on the southern side of the Nidderdale Area...

The Seven Bridges Valley walk
Dog Friendly Walks
Ripon
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The Seven Bridges Valley walk

The Seven Bridges Valley walk is something to truly experience! Take this circular walk to see a more rustic...

Fountains Abbey to Markenfield Hall Walk
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Ripon
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Fountains Abbey to Markenfield Hall Walk

Discover the countryside between two of the most important medieval buildings in the area. Once, their lands adjoined, but...

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Embrace the outdoors

Harrogate is an outdoors destination, with outdoor spaces and gardens at the heart of our towns and the Yorkshire landscape stretching out between them.  With a choice of popular routes and waymarked paths, or remote moorland tracks and isolated landmarks you can enjoy days of exploration and discovery.

So do up your boots, jump on the bike or get ready for some adventure. Let us inspire your next active holiday with varied terrain, amazing views and a rich array of wildlife. Harrogate is the perfect place to experience the outdoors - whatever your interests.

Your outdoor playground

Make Nidderdale your base for an active break in the Outdoors. From adventure sports and thrill seeking, to gentle walks and the chance to unwind, Nidderdale has it all. How Stean Gorge Activity Centre has five thrilling experiences in one day to give you an incredible day out tackling water, air and stone. Swinton Bivouac offers a fantastic base for a relaxing break in the countryside around Masham with a choice of a walks and cycle routes for as much or as little exertion as you fancy. From Fountains Abbey you can enjoy a number of walks across the Studley Royal estate and beyond, take in points of historic interest or watch the deer grazing among the trees.


Outdoor discovery for young minds

Put the screens away and take the family outside to learn, discover and play. These three outdoor attractions offer young children the perfect outdoor spaces to stretch their imaginations, burn of energy and learn in a fun and engaging way. Let play be as it used to be, let the imagination run wild, when your family visits the Harrogate district.

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Fishpond wood
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