Nice places in North Yorkshire

Visit the fantastic Christ The Consoler in Ripon at the start of your adventure in this region. This Victorian gem, with its sad and romantic back story, sits just inside the gates of the Newby Hall Estate.

Designed by architect William Burges who employed the finest craftsmen of the day to create the marvellous interior, this is an absolute feast of architectural delights.

Find out more about Christ the Consoler

 

Newby Hall (pictured right) itself is now a major national visitor attraction – with something to appeal to everyone – and it’s just up the drive!

This noble 17th-century country house, with its Robert Adam interior is surrounded by classical gardens exhibiting different plant collections throughout the year.

If you have youngsters with you they will love the exciting Adventure Garden, designed for children of all ages. The Restaurant is the perfect place to recharge the batteries. It has daily baking and features locally sourced ingredients.

If you have the time drive the scenic 25 miles into York. Park the car and prepare to savour the Shambles, the close and cobbled streets of this fascinating cathedral city on foot.

Sitting quietly in the heart of the streets in the centre of its small churchyard is another CCT church, Holy Trinity in Goodramgate.

Step in to the peaceful oasis of this 15th-century church with its uneven floors and marvellous family box pews and you are immediately transported back in time. As of this year you can also experience some cutting edge heritage technology, with a touchscreen facility which tracks a 360 degree photo panorama of the interior.

Find out more about Holy Trinity Church, York

No day in York would be truly complete without a visit to Betty’s – the historic tea room founded in 1936 by Frederick Belmont.

Frederick’s idea of heaven was to dine in fine surroundings and after travelling aboard the Queen Mary on her maiden voyage, he designed his iconic tea rooms in St Helen’s Square in the art deco style of a luxury liner – complete with huge curved windows, wood panelling and mirrors.

Betty’s Afternoon Tea is served between 2pm-4.30pm, although it is open from 9am-9pm and is a great place for refreshment. Queues down the street are the norm, but they move briskly and you can expect to be seated within 30 minutes.

Useful links

Bettys Tea Rooms

Newby Hall

Yorkshire tourism website