Manchester Airport 1 hr 53
Thorp Perrow - Arboretum and Bird of Prey & Mammal Centre (30 min)
Rare trees and shrubs in a Victorian arboretum with tea room, birds of prey and animal collections. National Trust - Brimham Rocks (9 min)
Area with 400 acres of moorland featuring unique rock formations, with a refreshment kiosk & shop. Turkish Baths Harrogate (21 min) Fountains Abbey (8 min)
The riverside remains of a medieval abbey form the focal point of an 18th-century landscaped garden. Ripon Cathedral (13 min)
CofE place of worship, founded in 672AD, with a Saxon crypt, Perpendicular-style nave and a library. Swinton Estate (24 min)
Regal countryside hotel offering elegant quarters, a posh spa & dining, plus falconry & archery. Knaresborough Castle (21 min)
Romantic ruined fortress from 1300s with Norman heritage, on a green clifftop with river views. Nidderdale AONB (12 min)
Managed area of 233 square miles of Yorkshire's rolling countryside for walking and conservation. Ripley Castle (12 min)
Privately occupied country Baronet's seat, open for events and tours of the house and grounds. Mother Shipton's Cave (19 min)
Park linked to a legendary prophesying witch, with a cave and well that can turns things to stone. Valley Gardens Harrogate (20 min)
A park with colourful seasonal flower displays, skate park, kids' playground, and Art Deco pavilion. Newby Hall (24 min)
This 18th-century home is surrounded by gardens, an adventure playground, a mini railway & more. Lightwater Valley Theme Park (21 min)
Park with rides including long rollercoaster, Angry Birds activity area, farm animals and falconry. Newby Hall & Gardens (24 min)
Georgian house & gardens on 25 acres, with a shop, exhibits & a seasonal kids' adventure playground. RHS Garden Harlow Carr (22 min)
Specially designed gardens reflecting the Yorkshire landscape with trails, a log maze and tea rooms. | 
