Newcastle International Airport 1 hr 9
The World Of James Herriot (19 min) One-time home and surgery of TV/writer vet, including a re-created World War II air-raid shelter. Ripon Cathedral (16 min) CofE place of worship, founded in 672AD, with a Saxon crypt, Perpendicular-style nave and a library. Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park - Open from 2nd June to 1st November 2020 (27 min) Garden and park Kiplin Hall (22 min) Garden and architecture Thorp Perrow - Arboretum and Bird of Prey & Mammal Centre (10 min) Rare trees and shrubs in a Victorian arboretum with tea room, birds of prey and animal collections. The Ultimate (16 min) Roller coaster and amusement park Fountains Abbey (24 min) The riverside remains of a medieval abbey form the focal point of an 18th-century landscaped garden. National Trust - Mount Grace Priory (32 min) 14th-century ruins that were home to the Carthusians, a vegetarian and silent order of monks. Lightwater Valley Theme Park (17 min) Park with rides including long rollercoaster, Angry Birds activity area, farm animals and falconry. Jervaulx Abbey & Tearooms (24 min) Dramatic ruined Cistercian abbey in 126 acres of parkland, plus tea rooms and visitors' centre. The Big Sheep & Little Cow (9 min) Family-friendly farm attraction with animal enclosures, indoor play area and on-site cafe. Middleham Castle (28 min) Imposing 12th-century castle and childhood palace of Richard III, with a shop and exhibition centre. Newby Hall (23 min) This 18th-century home is surrounded by gardens, an adventure playground, a mini railway & more. Newby Hall & Gardens (23 min) Georgian house & gardens on 25 acres, with a shop, exhibits & a seasonal kids' adventure playground. Swinton Estate (19 min) Regal countryside hotel offering elegant quarters, a posh spa & dining, plus falconry & archery. |