| Lovers of heritage sites are guaranteed a feast from the ancient to the industrial age!
 Great abbeys, once immensely powerful, now stand in silent ruins, surrounded by stunning countryside. For example, Bolton Abbey and the famous World Heritage Site of Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden.
Atmospheric places of worship range from tiny churches lost in the hills to the splendour of a 7th century cathedral. Why not explore some of our spiritual places during your stay.
There are spectacular castles such the English Heritage sites of Richmond and Middleham Castles, Raby Castle and Skipton Castle. For elegant stately homes visit Newby Hall , Kiplin Hall and Ripley Castle with their collections of fine art and beautifully kept grounds.
Imposing mills are scattered across the area and while their uses have altered, they remain symbols of the Yorkshire Dales’ industrial past. The lime industry was also important and many of the old quarries and kilns can still be seen.
The railways and canals, which now offer a relaxing leisurely way to explore the countryside, once bristled with activity, connecting the market towns to both cities and coast. Why not go for a ride on the Settle-Carlisle Railway or on the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway.
Much of the Yorkshire Dales’ past is brought vividly to life in numerous fascinating museums, such as the Dales Countryside, Nidderdale and Bowes Museums, illustrating everything from local industry and traditional ways of life, to natural history, military connections and even life behind bars!
For more information about the history of the Yorkshire Dales National Park from the ancient to the modern day visit www.outofoblivion.org.uk. |
Northern Dales
