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Castle / Heritage

Jervaulx Abbey

in East Witton near the city of Ripon, was one of the great Cistercian abbeys of Yorkshire, England, dedicated to St. Mary in 1156. It is a Grade I listed building.

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Middleham Castle

No day out in the Yorkshire Dales would be complete without a visit to Middleham Castle. Once the childhood home of Richard III, you can relive the castle’s illustrious history and unlock the deeds of its great owners. Although roofless, extensive remains of the fortified palace still survive, making Middleham a fascinating castle to explore.

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Bolton Abbey Estate

Bolton Abbey is in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. With just under 30,000 acres of beautiful countryside and ample of space to run around and enjoy the fresh air, there is something for all ages.

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Pendragon Castle

is now a ruin in the Mallerstang valley to the south of Kirkby Stephen. It occupies a site close to a young River Eden with the peaks of Wild Boar Fell and Mallerstang Edge towering over it. The Castle is steeped in history.

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Richmond Castle

With its breathtaking views of the Yorkshire Dales, the great Norman fortress of Richmond Castle fully deserves its place as one of the finest tourist attractions in North Yorkshire.

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Skipton Castle

Over 900 years old, Skipton Castle is one of the most complete and best preserved medieval castles in England and is well worth a visit at any season of the year.Visitors can explore every corner of this impressive history-rich castle, which withstood a three-year siege during the Civil War.

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Fountains Abbey

This National Trust property is a World Heritage Site and includes the evocative ruins of a Medieval monastery and the delightful water gardens of Studley Royal.

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Bolton Castle

provides a huge range of exciting things to do. From family days out to educational trips and historic tours which bring the castle to life and make for a truly memorable trip.

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Ripley Castle

near Harrogate, is an historic attraction open to the public all year round and makes for a fascinating and entertaining day out, in a beautiful location.

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