What to See and Do in North Yorkshire - Attractions and Events

Some of the best days out in England can be found in the Yorkshire Moors and Coast.

Outdoor activities in Yorkshire include cycling in the National Park, horse riding in the Yorkshire Moors, surfing in Scarborough, walking and climbing. For indoor activities, attractions include a wide variety of museums such as the Ryedale Folk Museum or the World of James Herriot, stately homes like Nunnington Hall, and numerous abbeys, churches and castles.

In the Yorkshire towns and villages such as Northallerton, Helmsley and Whitby, independent and original shops and galleries sell locally made art and crafts inspired by the beautiful surroundings.

The region is well known for its warm welcome, and you're sure to experience it wherever you go. If you need extra inspiration for ideas for a day out in Yorkshire, its' '50 Friendly Faces' are local people who have made suggestions for days out to make you smile.