Free Places To Visit And Things To Do In Yorkshire

Here are some of the free places to visit and things to do in Yorkshire:

Aysgarth Falls, Aysgarth – View the spectacular water falls featured in ‘Robin Hood Prince of Thieves’ starring Kevin Costner and take a lovely river walk.
Beadlam Grange Farm – This award winning farmshop has a butcher where all beef, lamb and pork is home produced, a deli counter, fresh baked pies and frozen ready meals that are all home made with local produce.
Craft workshops - Visit the Chocolatier, the Teapot Pottery, the White Rose Candle makers at Leyburn and the Ropemaker at Hawes.
Cycling Trails - Sutton Bank – Take to the countryside on two wheels, following cycle trails through beautiful moorland and forest landscapes.
Filey – A traditional fishing town with it’s magnificent 5 mile stretch of beach. A great place to visit for all the family, so why not explore the beach, take a scenic walk, do a spot of bird watching and visit the lovely gardens.
Hawes – Visit this thriving market town, famous for it’s Wensleydale cheese and the Dales Countryside Museum. Browse the craft workshops, antique and speciality shops and seek refreshments in one of the many pubs, cafes or restaurants the town has to offer before taking advantage of one of the many pretty walks and trails in the area.
Helmsley – Explore the market place shops, watch the comings and goings of the motorbikes or take the children to the play area.
Helmsley and Rievaulx Abbey Walk – See historical ruins, manicured gardens and stunning scenery as you do this 3 hour walk of 6.2miles (10km).
Hole of Horcum – Visit this natural amphitheatre and do one of the many walks around this natural feature or in the surrounding hillsides.
Goathland – A pretty village set around wide areas of open grass common land ideal for long walks and picnics. Visit the landmarks of the famous TV series Heartbeat and take a steam train ride.
Goathland Walks – Enjoy one of the many walks around Goathland and over the moors.
Grosmont – A peaceful village nestling in the Esk valley with a steam railway and rivers to stroll along.
Hutton –le-Hole – Enjoy a picnic, paddle in the stream that runs through the village and watch the moorland sheep wandering around.
Kilburn – Famous for the home of the “mouseman” carvings, a small village that nestles underneath Sutton Bank, where you can walk to the famous White Horse or visit the Mouseman Visitor Centre.
Kilburn Walks - Why not walk to the ‘White Horse’ of Kilburn and en route you can stop and watch the gliders taking off and flying out towards the Dales.
Kirbymoorside – Explore the history of this market town with the history trail, taking in the Toll Booth and War Memorial Hall. Or just browse the shops and take time out for refreshments in one of the local pubs or cafes.
Leyburn - Located at the heart of Wensleydale, in the Yorkshire Dales, offering craft workshops, galleries, a fine arts & antiques auction house and a busy Friday market as well as walks across the Dales.
Moor To Sea Cycle Route – This cycle route links the towns of Scarborough, Pickering & Whitby in a scenic long distance cycle route of over 80 miles which can be ridden at your own pace.
National Railway Museum, York - Explore 300 years of railway history and marvel at the Mallard and Stephenson's Rocket, watch the engineering in the workshop, the trains moving on the turntable or enjoy a thrilling ride in the simulator.
Old Byland – Stroll around the pretty village, visit the church or take a walk through the beautiful surrounding countryside. Learn about the Battle of Old Byland with a visit to Rievaulx Abbey.
Peasholm Park – Spend a relaxing day at this Scarborough park wandering around the Japanese gardens, take a stroll along the tree trails or feed the ducks at the lake. During the Summer you can see a local band, a simulated naval warfare battle or water ski-ing displays.
Pickering – Meander around the shops, watch the steam trains or stop and feed the ducks.
Thirsk – The gateway to the Yorkshire Dales and North Yorkshire Moors, home to racing, at the heart of the James Herriot stories and a thriving market town.
Whitby – Climb the 199 steps that lead up to the magnificent ruins of Whitby Abbey and St. Mary’s church, whose churchyard gave Bram Stoker the inspiration to write Dracula. Explore the maze of alleyways that run down to the busy quayside, learn about Captain Cook, the Scoresby whaling family and hunt for Whitby jet.
Fossil Collecting, Saltwick Bay and Runswick Bay – Pick up your bucket, spade and fossil hammer in your hunt for ammonites, jet and shells.
Rosedale Abbey – Set in the heart of the rolling hills of Rosedale all that remains of Rosedale Abbey is a staircase, sundial and single stone pillar.
Royal Armouries, Leeds - View the UK’s national collection of arms, armour and artillery. During the year you can see live horse shows, jousting, falconry displays and live combat by knights in shining armour.
Scarborough – The perfect seaside location divided into two bays. Meander around the shops or stroll along the beach.
Sutton Bank - There are lovely walks and cycle trails to follow with stunning views over the Vales of York and Mowbray.
York – Spend a full day in York with a visit to the famous Minster, a walk along the medieval city walls, watch the street entertainment as you browse in and out of the many interesting shops, particularly along the Shambles.

So why not make Valley View Farm your base in Yorkshire and take advantage of the many free places to visit and things to do that this beautiful part of the UK has to offer.

If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.

If you know of any more free places to visit and free things to do in Yorkshire, then please leave a comment.