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Once you have finnished exploring the ruins of Fountains Abbey make time to stroll in the delightful gardens, alongside the river and trails in the hills above in the tree line - this part is known as Studley Royal Water Gardens Lovely place to walk and have a picnic and to see some ornamental temples and statues. At the far end of the formal gardens are stepping stones spanning a wier which can be crossed. You really could spend a whole day here. More pics in the travelogue.
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 Staithes, North Yorkshire by stevezero
The village remains pretty much as it was with many old cottages, and a nice harbour.
The village has associations with Captain Cook who worked here in his earlier years.
Downside is it is full of tourists, especially in summer, and you cannot park in the village, and you have to pay for the privelage of a long walk. Leave a Comment Directions: On thw A174 road between Whitby and Saltburn
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 Richmond Castle, Yorkshire by stevezero
The castle was originally built by the Normans to control the North of England. It has also been used in the past as a barracks and a prison.
The new Contemporary Heritage Garden is a place of contemplation and offers commanding views of the surrounding area. The castles keep is also reputed to be the place where the legendary King Arthur sleeps.
The castle is currently maintained by English Heritage.
Adults £3.50
Children £1.80 Leave a Comment Address: Richmond, North YorkshirePhone: 01748 822493Directions: 5 kms off the A1 trunk road, near Scotch Corner OS Map 92; ref NZ 174006Website: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/
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We certainly picked the right weekend to visit Aysgarth falls in Wensleydale. On previous occasions I can't say I have been particularly impressed with the falls but this time, wow!! Furious brown water hurling over the limestone steps of the River Ure in full spate. Not to be missed.
There are three named falls, upper, lower and middle, on a half mile stretch of the Ure in Aysgarth. There is plenty of (Paid) parking and a tourist information centre and also a cafe. There are well marked and well trodden paths to the three sets of falls, the upper one being the nearest and the lower being a bit of a trek.(In the rain) We missed this one on this visit, owing to the rain but on previous occasions we have seen squirrels and gathered our own hazelnuts on the walk.
Across the river you can see St. Andrews church which has the largest churchyard in England!
Philip was running around on the wet rocks with the river rushing past him. One very nervous mother shouting at him to come away from the water! Do we ever stop worrying about our children?? Leave a Comment
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 Richmond, North Yorkshire by stevezero
The most prominant part of town is the historic castle, but the town centre and the walk around the pretty cottages, and down by the river are well worth doing.
The town was founded by the Normans, who built the castle, in around 1071 AD.
Many of the fine buildings in town were built in the Geogian period, around one of the largest cobbled market places in England. Leave a Comment Directions: Just off A1, near Scotch corner
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Leyburn is a typical north Yorkshire market town which boasts a tiny cinema as well as the fantastic Model Village and old fashioned toy shop.A wonderful place in Leyburn, ideal for a wet day, although it would have been better if it had been quieter. You enter through the most amazing toy shop, full of interesting toys, many from my childhood and proceed upstairs (saving the toy shop for later!) Here is a room with a large model lay-out of an old fashioned village full of inter-active vehicles to steer .Amongst them are barges on the canal, fire engine,a Morris Minor car, police car, school bus etc etc. There are buildings which you can see inside by pressing switches and sound effects. The detail is superb and you could spend a long time "playing." There is even a night scene, when the lights go off and stars come out.
There are quizzes to follow, trying to find various vehicles and people. Just amazing fun.
I really don't know who enjoyed this more, me, Nick or Philip!!! I know there were a lot of "very large children" pressing buttons and switches!!!
Not to be missed, by children and adults alike.
Unfortunately we don't have many photos as the camera card was, unknown to us, full.
After the model village, you then have to spend hours in the toy shop, choosing either silly little nick- nacks or good, old fashioned toys. I found a Jacoob's Ladder here. Anyone remember those? Leave a Comment Address: Beechend Model Village, Commercial Sq. LeyburnPhone: 01969 625400Directions: Leyburn is in Wensleydale, on the A684, between Hawes and Bedale.Website: www.beech-end.co.uk Other Contact: website not working at present
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This amazing place is in Coverham,near Middleham, about four miles from Leyburn.
Classed as a modern folly, it was voted "Best European Folly" of the 20th century.
It is sited on the Tupgill Park Estate in magnificent parkland, with plenty of car parking.
Simply not to be missed although it is pretty expensive. Make sure you see it all!!
It's a series of strange follies, tunnels, buildings, mazes, there's a bit of everything. The intention is to find all the wierd and wonderful places on the guide you are given. There are lots of dead ends and wrong turnings and you are never quite sure if you have seen everything. I know we all wanted to take different routes, positive that each of us knew the correct way, only to be sold the dummy and we then had to retrace our steps.
The best parts are in underground tunnels with Greek Temples and the Underworld, old castles with lots of doors and the cat and mouse lair. You just never know what you'll find next.
It is too incredible to do it justice here, you have to experience it for yourself. You have to pre-book, as numbers are limited at any one time, but we have never had any problems, even in peak times.
We thought the Forbidden Corner excellent and have visited twice, so far. It's the best (and most unusual) entertainment we have ever found.
24th March - 31st October. After October, open only on Sundays until Christmas.
There is a gift shop (of course) and a cafe. Also, if you get good weather there is a lovely picnic area in a wooded garden and another area with a couple of fish ponds and an interesting summerhouse. Leave a Comment Address: Tupgill Park Estate, Coverham, Middleham, LeyburnPhone: 01969 640638 / 640687Directions: Take the A6108 to Middleham and in Middleham, at the top of the village, turn right on to a minor road. Well signposted from here. Within three miles.Website: Website: www.yorkshirenet.co.uk/theforbiddencorner Other Contact: Fax. 01969 640687
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 Mostyn's Garage, Goathland,
North Yorkshire by stevezero
It is supposed to be the village of Aidensfield, but is in fact in the real moorland village of Goathland Leave a Comment Directions: in Goathland village, just off the A169 Whitby to Pickering road
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 Grosmont Staion, North
Yorkshhire by stevezeroLeave a Comment
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The castle began life as a wooden fortress in 1090 but was soon replaced with stone when Lord Robert Clifford took over,sazafter continual raids. It's position is strengthened by the sheer drop down the cliffs on one side, into the Eller Beck.Skipton Town sat huddled beneath it's castle for centuries, feeling safe in it's proximity.
The castle today is one of the best preserved and complete, including roof, in all of England and is certainly an impressive sight as you enter.
The Clifford Family became owners in 1310 and as you enter through the archway of the main gate,, the family motto, written in French, "Desormais"(Henceforth)can be seen, cut into the stone above the battlements. Here, through the entrance is the Shell Room, where you purchase your tickets. This is an amazing room, embedded throughout the walls are hundreds of mother of pearl shells, collected from I can't remember where, by the Clifford family over the years. Quite an impressive sight.
After climbing Lady Anne's steps,you find yourselves in a lovely little courtyard, the Conduit Court, so named because the castle's piped supply of springwater ended here. Growing here is an impressive yew tree, planted by Lady Anne Clifford in 1659 with a girth of over 9ft. From this courtyard, most of the rooms are accessed. To the right of the castle open to the public, is the Tudor Wing, now a private residence. My God, what a place to live!!!!
Although impressive, I have to admit we didn't find the castle overly exciting, with empty rooms and no admittance to the roof. It was all a little bland and tame. And not cheap...
Open daily from 10am (Sundays 12 noon.)
There are tea rooms, shop and picnic area. Parking is in the town.
For more info look at my Skipton page. Leave a Comment
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