Sawdon
Brompton by Sawdon lies on the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park. It comprises the two villages of Brompton by Sawdon and Sawdon. The village proudly claims to being the birthplace of aviation as well as the place of marriage for poet William Wordsworth.
Things to do
Dalby Forest
With the unique ‘rigg and dale’ landscape and upland plateau, the landscape offers a variety of different trails - whether you are looking for a gentle stroll, challenging bike ride or active run – all amid breath taking scenery.
Bempton Cliffs
The Bempton Cliffs nature reserve is home to one of the UK's greatest wildlife spectacles. Around half a million seabirds gather here between March and October to raise a family on towering chalk cliffs overlooking the North Sea.
Castle Howard
One of Yorkshire's finest historic houses and estate, Castle Howard is a magnificent 18th century residence set within 1,000 acres of breathtaking landscape in the Howardian Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
North Yorkshire Moors Railway
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is a preserved historic railway stretching for 18 miles through the heart of the North York Moors National Park. It is the largest preserved heritage railway in whole of the UK.
Whitby Abbey
One of the most atmospheric visitor attractions along the Yorkshire coastline, Whitby Abbey has been a site of inspiration for artists, writers and religious leaders and now available to explore the soaring gothic ruins and to take in the stunning sea views.
Scarborough Surf School
Operating year round, seven days a week from the beach top location at Cayton Bay, Scarborough Surf School prides itself in it's professional, highly experienced and fully qualified instructors across surfing, SUP and coasteering.
The Stephen Joseph Theatre
The Stephen Joseph Theatre is home to Alan Ayckbourn, the world's most performed living playwright and boasts 2 auditoria: The Round and The McCarthy, which also doubles as a cinema.
Staithes
With its higgledy-piggledy cottages and winding streets, Staithes has the air of a place lost in time. Once one of the largest fishing ports on the North East coast, this coastal hamlet is now a well-loved for exploring Yorkshire's cliff top paths.
Wildlife Watching
From white-beaked dolphins and minke whales to Peregrine Falcon, Ospreys and Red Kites, there’s a wealth of wildlife waiting to be discovered from the doorstep.
Walking the North York Moors
The North York Moors landscape comprises more than 1,400 miles of public footpaths – discover the national park's vast moorland and sweeping coastline with our favourite walks
Dark Skies
With the vast open skies, the North York Moors three boasts three Dark Skies Discovery sites. Once the sun sets, the majestic panorama of the night skies is fully revealed.
York
Imagine a city with Roman roots and a Viking past, where ancient walls surround contemporary independent shops and vibrant eateries and there’s a festival for every month of the year.
Howardian Hills
The Howardian Hills AONB covers 204 sq km (79 sq miles) of the North Yorkshire countryside. It is a unique and captivating landscape with its well-wooded rolling countryside, patchwork of arable and pasture fields and scenic villages.
Go Ape
Go Ape Dalby is an adventurer’s paradise. The thrill factor is set to high with a jaw-dropping 35 metre high Treetop Challenge, Treetop Adventure, plus Forest Segways all of which are located in Dalby Forest.
Helmsley Walled Gardens
Built in 1759, Helmsley Walled Garden sits beneath the imposing ruins of Helmsley Castle. Visitors will enjoy the restored garden, glasshouses and borders which provide the vegetables and fruit used in the kitchen of the Vine House Café.