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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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Howardian Villages

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

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Northallerton

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

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Moors Villages

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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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Reeth & Swaledale

The pretty Yorkshire Dales village of Reeth is set around a spacious green and is the perfect place…

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Bridlington

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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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Pickering

Pickering is a charming market town offering a blend of history, heritage, and local culture. Known…

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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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Whitby

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

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Settle

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

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Helmsley

A beautiful historic town set around its pretty market place, Helmsley is somewhere everyone should…

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Thirsk

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

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

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Saltburn-by-the-Sea

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

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