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North Yorkshire has an incredible mix of places to visit with a cathedral city, market towns, dales villages and coast communities.

Places in North Yorkshire

North Yorkshire contains an incredible mix of beautiful villages, busy market towns and one magnificent cathedral city steeped in history.

Explore the places that make North Yorkshire special, the market towns, the coastal villages, the thriving Dales communities and the romantic Moors villages.

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Grassington & Upper Wharfedale

Grassington is the vibrant heart of Upper Wharfedale, surrounded by rolling hills and dramatic…

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Robin Hood's Bay

Probably one of the most photographed and instantly recognisable locations in North Yorkshire,…

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Runswick Bay

Clinging to the cliffs at the northern end of the Yorkshire Coast is the charming village of…

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Coast

Saltburn-by-the-Sea

Saltburn-by-the-Sea offers a unique blend of stunning coastline, Victorian heritage and a relaxed…

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Moors

Howardian Villages

Charming settlements across the Howardian Hills in the heart of North Yorkshire, offering a mix of…

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Boroughbridge

Explore the historic curiosities of this pretty town, from the open-air museum of agricultural…

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Coast

Scarborough

Discover the charm of Scarborough, a seaside town on North Yorkshire’s stunning coastline.

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Richmond

Richmond is one of the most attractive towns in the UK thanks to its riverside location and…

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Moors

Stokesley & Great Ayton

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Knaresborough

Knaresborough is full of surprises, a warren of medieval streets and stone staircases that weave…

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Leyburn

At the heart of Wensleydale, Leyburn is a year-round destination with traditional pubs, a wealth of…

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Selby

The historic market town of Selby is home to the stunning Abbey and so much more.

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Dales

Settle

Settle is a bustling, traditional market town in the Yorkshire Dales, surrounded by fabulous…

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Coast

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Easingwold

A charming market town, perfectly situated with a rich history and a warm, welcoming feel.

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Northallerton

Northallerton's rich heritage is reflected in its stunning architecture and bustling high street.…

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