Yorkshire Travel Guide: 6 Ways to Enjoy the Prettiest Place in England
The Shambles, York
It’s easy to convince yourself you have stepped through a portal back to the Medieval period when you walk down this street in the heart of York. The timber-framed shops lean over the cobbled passageway and beautifully painted wooden signs stating the names of businesses dangle into the street.
The Shambles used to be where the butchers of the city sold their wares and you’ll notice the cobbles are slightly sloped, so the blood could be easily washed away. These days you’ll find a mix of shops and eateries along this incredibly atmospheric street.
The Turkish Baths, Harrogate
The Turkish Baths in the pretty town of Harrogate date back to 1897 and are truly stunning to look at, featuring Moorish arches, painted ceilings and elaborately tiled floors. They are owned by Harrogate Borough Council and the prices are quite reasonable.
Visitors have been coming to relax and rejuvenate here for over 120 years and the baths offer a range of pampering spa treatments, including Indian head massages, reiki, reflexology, hot stone therapy and much more.
The Shambles, York It’s easy to convince yourself you have stepped through a portal back to the Medieval period when you walk down this street in the heart of...
The Brontë Way
It’s a requirement that Yorkshire tourism make mention of the Brontë sisters. Their classic novels wouldn’t be the same without the misty, brooding setting of the wild Yorkshire moors. The Brontë Way Trail is a historic hiking trail that will take you through several locations related to the lives and works of these famous writers.
The journey will bring you through Spen Valley, Oakwell Hall, Top Withins, Wycoller Hall, Thursden Valley and the Brontë Parsonage. If you are a bookworm who also loves to hike, you’ll adore this literary journey through the scenic Yorkshire countryside.
