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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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Sherburn-in-Elmet

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

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Helmsley

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

View across rock armour and beach to Runswick Bay boathouse and village with red roofed cottages nestled into tree filled cliff behind and blue cloudy sky
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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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Grassington & Upper Wharfedale

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

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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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Osmotherley

The handsome village of Osmotherley sits on the western edge of the North York Moors National Park…

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Malton

Malton boasts a charming Market Place filled with independent retailers offering an eclectic mix of…

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Kirkbymoorside

Kirkbymoorside is a haven for art and antique enthusiasts, drawing collectors to its galleries,…

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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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Saltburn-by-the-Sea

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

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Easingwold

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

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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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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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Bridlington

An old stone farm building surrounding by fencing looks out across moorland to the Yorkshire Three Peaks in the distance below white clouds in a blue sky
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Three Peaks Villages

Nestled between the Three Peaks are the beautiful villages of Ingleton, Horton-in-Ribblesdale and…

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Skipton

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

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