Ilkley is an affluent spa town in West Yorkshire, just an hour’s drive outside the major city of Leeds. The town has a country feel yet is full of entertainment. There are plenty of things to do in Ilkley that I’d recommend adding to your itinerary. Ilkley has the moor to explore, vintage toy collectionsContinue reading “Things to do in Ilkley: 10 things for your itinerary”
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Visit Burnsall: A complete guide to visiting Burnsall
Burnsall village is a pretty spot in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Off of most people’s radars, it is a quietly popular spot for hikers and national park enthusiasts. If you are looking for an idyllic place to experience Yorkshire’s countryside, it makes a beautiful place to visit. Information about Burnsall village can be quiteContinue reading “Visit Burnsall: A complete guide to visiting Burnsall”
Things to do in Whitby: 9 things for your itinerary
Whitby is the centre of Yorkshire’s maritime history and culture. If you want a classic Yorkshire seaside experience, look no further. The city has that fish and chips and cobbled street vibe, with plenty of stories to tell. Whether you are interested in Captain Cook, Dracula, or the many pirates that passed Whitby’s shores, theContinue reading “Things to do in Whitby: 9 things for your itinerary”
Holidays by ferry in the UK: 7 trips to consider
When you picture exploring the UK, what comes to mind? Most people consider romantic city breaks, a hiking trip in a national park, or perhaps a road trip – usually driving around Scotland. Ferry trips are often overlooked yet can be some of the best adventures that the UK offers. Holidays by ferry can get you toContinue reading “Holidays by ferry in the UK: 7 trips to consider”
Visiting Beamsley Beacon: A Complete Guide to Visiting Beamsley Beacon
Amongst locals, Beamsley Beacon is the hill on the Langbar Moor – great for a morning jog, views over the valley, or a quick family walk with the dogs. However, the hill itself is actually called Howber Hill. The name Beamsley Beacon refers to the pile of rocks at the summit trig point, which onceContinue reading “Visiting Beamsley Beacon: A Complete Guide to Visiting Beamsley Beacon”
Skipton Castle: A Complete Guide to Visiting Skipton Castle
Nine hundred years of history is a hard thing to comprehend. And, staring at the remarkably maintained structure of Skipton Castle, you quickly find yourself stumbling over the concept. Civil Wars, World Wars, and even the antics of Medieval England – Skipton Castle has seen it all. It is easy to rush out on walks inContinue reading “Skipton Castle: A Complete Guide to Visiting Skipton Castle”
Ilkley Moor: A Complete Guide to Visiting Ilkley Moor
Ilkley has just been voted the ‘Best Place to Live in the UK’, and, as a local, I heavily suspect that the moor was a swaying factor. Ilkley Moor is 1,670 acres of dramatic heather moorland – one of the world’s rarest habitats, according to Friends of Ilkley Moor. You can spot nesting grouse, deer, and even owlsContinue reading “Ilkley Moor: A Complete Guide to Visiting Ilkley Moor”
Visiting Bolton Abbey Estate: A Complete Guide
Bolton Abbey is a household name amongst locals and a whisper amongst tourists. The estate is on the outskirts of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and welcomes thousands of visitors each year. Bolton Abbey covers 33,000 acres of meadows and woodland, with hundreds of trails to explore on foot, bike, or horseback. The estate isContinue reading “Visiting Bolton Abbey Estate: A Complete Guide”
Things to do in Bradford: 10 things for your itinerary
Bradford often gets put on the backburner in favour of nearby Leeds and Manchester for tourists. The stereotype is that Bradford is more dangerous and less exciting to visit. However, while I would recommend remaining alert in Bradford to prevent petty crime, it has plenty of draws. Once an industrial powerhouse, the city is filled with social history andContinue reading “Things to do in Bradford: 10 things for your itinerary”
Things to do in Manchester: 10 things for your itinerary
“Manchester’s got everything but a beach.” Ian Brown announced, and he is not wrong. Manchester is a powerhouse in Britain’s North and was one of the first cities to succumb to the Industrial Revolution. Nowadays, it is renowned for its universities, nightlife, sporting achievements, and the new generation of emerging music artists – including Manchester-bornContinue reading “Things to do in Manchester: 10 things for your itinerary”