Yorkshire is made up of West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, East Riding of Yorkshire and South Yorkshire, each full of scenic, historical and cultural diversity. Yorkshire is also home to the beautiful Dales and the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, both bring a spectacular landscape perfect for a UK family break.
Here are 5 places to visit in Yorkshire, please see our full guide to holidays in Yorkshire on the I Spy Camping website for more ideas and information.
Top 5 places to visit in Yorkshire:
1. Bempton Cliffs, Bridlington
Standing 650 feet high at their highest point, the cliffs are a haven for a large variety of birds, including guillemots, puffins and gannets. The area is protected and the RSPB have installed safe viewpoints to allow close-up bird watching. (pictured above).
2. Beverley
This former capital town of East Riding, whilst Hull was only a little port, offers excellent examples of gothic architecture and buildings of character. A visit to the Minster is a must.
3. Hole of Horcom, Lockton
A curious large natural ampitheatre lies three miles north of the village of Lockton in the Yorkshire Moors. There is a story to the Hole of Horcom, but visitors really should visit to learn more. The area is also a haven for hang gliders.
4. Castle Howard, near Malton
Best known as the setting for TV’s Brideshead Revisited, this glorious stately home welcomes visitors into its history and extensive collections and grounds that feature temples, lakes and fountains. The home was awarded ‘Out of Town Attraction of the Year’ by York’s Tourism Bureau.
5. Catrake Force, Keld
Catrake Force near the village of Keld, is a spectacular waterfall reached from the cottages at the bottom of village. Whilst its stepped formation, along with the old lead mine, is on private land, the force can be still be seen.
