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North York Moors - Castles, Cathedrals,
Monuments,
Stately Homes & Palaces
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Since the stone age, man has been
creating majestic structures that we still marvel at
today. Whether you are interested in ancient monuments,
battlefield sites,
re-enactments,
Roman and Norman forts and castles, Stately Homes, Country Houses, Historic
Cathedrals, Ruined Abbeys etc, this is the page that
should give you the information you need.
Here we try to list properties in
private ownership but open to the public (even if only
occasionally) as well as those in the care of the
National Trust or English/Scottish Heritage.
We know that not all the
properties in North York Moors are listed. Please help us
make this guide comprehensive by giving details of
missing attractions
here.
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In a deeply wooded valley by the River Rye you
can see some of the most impressive 12th century
monastic ruins in England
Audio tour. Gift shop.
Educational trips in line with National
Curriculum.
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REFECTORY COTTAGE,
Rievaulx Abbey is a self
catering holiday property available through
English Heritage.
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Guisborough Priory
Church Street, Guisborough, TS14 6HG
Tel: 01287 633801
The dramatic ruins of Gisborough Priory, with
its remaining eastern gable towering 97 foot
high over the market town of Guisborough. The
gable gives a taste of what a masterpiece of
decorated gothic architecture the Priory church
must have been. It is now a sanctuary from busy
market day shopping.
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From the ruins of this enormous 12th century
castle there are spectacular coastal views.
Free audio tour. Gift
shop selling Scarborough Castle souvenirs and
English Heritage products. See our website.
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Helmsley Castle
Helmsley
Tel: 01439 770442
Surrounded by spectacular banks and ditches, the
great medieval castle's impressive ruins stand
beside the attractive market town of Helmsley.
Visitor centre providing tourist information, an
audio tour, and an imaginative hands-on
exhibition in the mansion range. Displaying a
fascinating array of finds from Civil War cannon
balls to early tableware, this explores the
social and domestic as well as the military
aspects of the fortress.
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Founded by St Hilda in 657, this holy site was
the burial place of kings. The present Gothic
ruins date from the 13th century.
Gift shop. See our website.
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Mount Grace Priory
Osmotherley
Tel: 01609 883494
The remains of the finest example of a
Carthusian monastery in England. It was one of
only nine Carthusian priories in the country and
was the only one in Yorkshire, home to
‘silent’ monks who even avoided contact with
each other.
Mount Grace
Priory has fifteen monastic cells, one of which
has been restored and is open to the public.
A National Trust Property.
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Mount Grace Priory - Photo:
Alison Stamp
CCL
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PRIOR'S LODGE,
Mount Grace Priory is a self
catering holiday property nestling against the
ancient walls of the original manor house.
Available throughEnglish Heritage.
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Pickering Castle
Pickering
Tel: 01751 474989
The impressive motte (mound) within the castle
was probably constructed in the time of William
the Conqueror although the present keep was
built in the 12th century. There is an
exhibition in the chapel, and family-friendly
books and activities.
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Peak Alum Works
Ravenscar, Scarborough, Yorkshire, YO13 0NE
Tel: 01723 870423
The industrial archaeological remains of the
fascinating Alum Works lie just north of
Ravenscar and are open all year. They are owned
by the National Trust and are among the best
examples of an alum site in the country and a
good example of an early industrial complex.
On-site information panels and a leaflet explain
the Alum making process.
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Beggars Bridge
Glaisdale
A high arches packhorse bridge over the River
Esk. Built about 1620 by Tom Ferris. Ask the
locals about the legend!
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Byland Abbey
Tel: 01347 868614
A fine Cistercian Abbey noted for its glazed
tiles and remains of a high circular window in
the west wall.
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Danby Castle
Tel: 01439 772737 (The Moors Centre)
An early 14th century palace/fortress of the
Latimers and Nevilles. One time home of
Catherine Parr, sixth wife of Henry VIII.
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Duck Bridge, Danby
A mediaeval packhorse bridge over the Esk. The
Neville family coat of arms can still be seen on
the parapet.
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Ralph Cross
North-west of Rosedale Abbey at the junction
with the Castleton road stands Ralph Cross. One
of many ancient moorland crosses marking
routeways or boundaries. Ralph Cross is the
emblem of the National Park.
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HIDDEN CHURCHES OF...
Yorkshire
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Churches, cathedrals, abbeys, minsters --
Yorkshire abounds with them, and of them all,
York Minster must be one of the most famous.
But there's a lot more to York -- and
Yorkshire -- than the Minster.
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Hogarth House - Photo:
Clare Gibson
CCL |
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For a real trip back in
time, head for the village of Lastingham,
about twenty miles in from the coast, just
north of Scarborough.
St. Cedd built a monastery there in 654 as an
outpost of Lindisfarne, which had been founded
just 19 years previously.
In the 9th century the monastery was abandoned
during Viking raids, and it wasn't until the
second half of the 11th century that a church
was rebuilt, including the crypt, dedicated to
St. Cedd, which is still there today.
It was abandoned again for a time, but has
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The crypt,
with its
columns and
capitals
remarkably
untouched by
time, looks
today just
as it must
have done
almost a
millennium
ago.
More...
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St. Oswald's Church
Lythe
St. Oswald's Church (rebuilt 1910) contains a
collection of Anglo Saxon carved stones.
St Oswald’s Church is a plain stone building in
the Early English style. The stained glass east
window is a memorial to the Rev. William Long,
who was vicar from 1813 to 1858. Inside the
church are memorials to the Phipps family, and
to the Marquess of Normanby. The register dates
from 1634. There is also a Wesleyan Methodist
chapel.
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St Gregory's Minster
St Gregory's
Minster, Kirkdale, near Kirkbymoorside, North
Yorkshire
Tel: 01439
771206
E-mail:
info@crc-online.org.uk
Rebuilt between 1055 and 1065 by Orm, son of
Gamal, St Gregory's Minster is noted for its
rare Anglo-Saxon sundial which is set into the
outer wall of the nave above the south door.
With a further three large stone crosses built
into the walls of the church, the history of
Christian worship at this fascinating site can
be read in the fabric of the building.
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St Hedda's Roman Catholic
Church
Egton Bridge
St Hedda's Roman Catholic Church is worth
visiting for Stations of the Cross and Postgate
shrine.
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Kirkdale Minster
The tiny Saxon Church of Kirkdale Minster,
famous for its ancient sun dial (c.1055), lies
in a secluded valley just off the main road 1.5
miles west of Kirkbymoorside.
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Lady Chapel
Web:
www.ladychapel.org.uk
Built in the early 16th century but with many
later additions. There are marvellous views into
the Vale of York. Situated half an hour's walk
from Osmotherley; open all year.
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Lastingham Church
Web:
www.lastinghamchurch.org.uk
Lastingham Church is regarded as the cradle of
northern Christianity: Lastingham had a
religious settlement as far back as 654 AD. The
superb Norman crypt dates from c.1078.
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St. Mary's Church
Whitby
St. Mary's Church near to the Abbey but best
approached on foot up the 199 steps from the
harbourside. The fascinating interior of the
church resembles that of a ship. Memorial
plaques, coats of arms and wall painting.
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DUNCOMBE PARK
Helmsley, York, YO62 5EB
Tel: 01439 770213 Fax:
01439 771114
E-mail:
info@duncombepark.com
Web: www.duncombepark.com
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The delightful home
of Lord and Lady Feversham is set in the
magnificent landscape of North Yorkshire just a
stone throw away from the North York Moors.
Unoccupied for more than 60 years but now fully
restored as a family home.
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Containing many original C18th family portraits
and Lord Feversham's fine collection of period
furniture. Duncombe Park is amongst Yorkshire’s
most amazing historic houses and estates,
offering something for everyone to enjoy, from
elegant rooms and the spectacular gardens to the
finest shopping, food and drink and many miles
of walks in the parkland. The house, gardens,
parkland centre, tearooms and gift shops are
open during May to end of October . Duncombe
Park has a long tradition of welcoming local
people and holiday makers from around the world.
For further information on this York attraction
see our website.
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Castle Howard
Castle Howard, Estate Office, Castle Howard,
York, North Yorkshire, YO60 7DA
Tel: 01653 648444
Web:
www.castlehoward.co.uk
Magnificent 18th century palace filled with fine
furniture, works of art and family treasures and
collections. Superb parkland, lakes, fountains
and gardens. Tearooms, souvenir shop, craft
shops and catering services.
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Newburgh Priory
Coxwold, York, North Yorkshire, YO61 4AS
Tel: 01347 868435
E-mail:
enquiries@newburghpriory.co.uk
Web:
www.newburghpriory.co.uk
Large 17th and 18th century house with fine
rooms. The extensive grounds contain a water
garden, walled garden, topiary yews and woodland
walks. It is reputed to be the burial place of
Oliver Cromwell whose remains were said to have
been brought to Newburgh Priory by his daughter
Mary when she married the 2nd Viscount.
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Nunnington Hall
Nunnington, nr York, North Yorkshire, YO62 5UY
Tel: 01439 748283
A large 17th century manor house with
magnificent staircase
and panelled rooms. Contains the Carlisle
Collection of Miniature Rooms. Once home to the
doctor of Henry VIII, Edward VI and Elizabeth I.
organic walled-garden, retaining a lovely
17th-century character.
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Ormesby Hall
Church Lane, Ormesby, Middlesbrough, TS7 9AS
Tel: 01642 324188
Built in 1750 by Sir James Pennyman, Ormesby
Hall contains fine plasterwork influenced by the
Adam brothers. Set in 270 acres of parkland.
There is a restored Victorian kitchen and
laundry. Permanent model railway layouts.
Attractive garden which compliment the 18th
century working stables.
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Rievaulx Terrace and
Temples
Rievaulx, York, North Yorkshire, YO62 5LJ
Tel: 01439 798340
A wide grass terrace takes advantage of its
setting and provides magnificent views of the
abbey below. At each end of the terrace is a
classical style temple, one of which has an
exhibition in the basement. Landscaped garden
with fantastic spring flowers.
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Ebberston Hall
Ebberston, North Yorkshire, YO13 9PA
Web:
www.ebberston.com/hall.htm
Palladian villa built 1718. Family pictures,
fine panelling. Water gardens. Not open to the
public.
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Hovingham Hall
Hovingham, North Yorkshire, YO62 4LU
Tel: 01653
628771
E-mail:
office@hovingham.co.uk
Web:
www.hovingham.co.uk
Hovingham Hall is an outstanding example of
Palladian architecture, designed c1760 by Thomas
Worsley its owner, eventually replacing an
earlier house on the site.
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Scampston Hall
Scampston, Malton,
North Yorkshire, YO17 8NG
Tel: 01944
759111
E-mail:
info@scampston.co.uk
Web:
www.scampston.co.uk
Built towards the end of the 17thC. houses an
important collection of works of art. The garden
features a recently-restored, walk-in rock and
water garden.
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