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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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Hawes & Wensleydale

An intricate market town in the upper reaches of Wensleydale where a treasure trove of independent…

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Whitby

Whitby is a must-visit destination for travellers seeking a perfect blend of heritage, natural…

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Moors

Danby

A picturesque moors villages with open grassed areas where sheep freely roam.

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Masham

The home of beer in the Yorkshire Dales

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Three Peaks Villages

Nestled between the Three Peaks are beautiful villages offering places to rest and grab a bite to…

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Thirsk

Thirsk is a vibrant market town with medieval cobbled market square, historic coaching inns, and…

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Moors

Moors Villages

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Dales

Skipton

Discover Skipton where tradition and hospitality come together all year round to welcome visitors…

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Bedale

A small market town in the heart of North Yorkshire and is where Bedale Beck flows from the eastern…

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Ripon

Ripon is a cathedral city steeped in history and home to magnificent historical buildings and…

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Sherburn-in-Elmet

Sherburn-in-Elmet is a town of ancient establishment and a long history of proud industry,…

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Staithes

Staithes is a picturesque base for exploring the coast providing unrivalled views and timeless…

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Knaresborough

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

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Sandsend

Sandsend offers that tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, plus it's a great…

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Dales

Pateley Bridge & Nidderdale

Pateley Bridge on the banks of the River Nidd has a thriving high street with delicious food from…

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