North Yorkshire

Properties and events in North Yorkshire

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140 Years in the Making: The Architecture of The Harrogate Club

36 Victoria Avenue, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 5PR
In person
Pre-booking required

Discover The Harrogate Club, designed in 1885-86 by H.E. & A. Bown. Celebrating 140 years since its plans were drawn, visitors can view the original drawings and explore this elegant building, known for its striking architecture and rich history.

A Heritage Walk on the Duchy Estate

Valley Gardens, Valley Drive, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2TA
In person
Pre-booking required

This walk explores the Duchy estate in Harrogate, a beautiful development of the late Victorian and Edwardian years.

A Little Story about a Big Battle

Filey Promenade, The Beach, Filey, North Yorkshire, YO14 9LD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Let us tell you "A Little Story about a Big Battle" that took place off the Yorkshire Coast in 1779 during the American War of Independence. We will bring to life this significant event during our 246th Anniversary Annual Festival. Dur. 20-30mins

A talk about Harry W. Smith, Scarborough’s engineer “An engineer who beautified everything he touched"

The Crescent, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 2PW
In person
Pre-booking not required

A quote from Harry W Smith: "I have always been a lover of the beautiful and it has been my endeavour to leave Scarborough a little better than I found it."

All Saints Church, Burton in Lonsdale: Historical Artefacts and the Bell Tower

High Street, Burton in Lonsdale, Carnforth, North Yorkshire, LA6 3JU
In person
Pre-booking not required

The historical books, letters and other items uncovered during the tidying of the church in 2018 will be on view for visitors. The Bell Tower, and the Lych Gate, normally closed, will be opened for visitors. Light refreshments will be available.

All Saints Church, Weston

All Saints Church, Church Lane, Weston, Otley, North Yorkshire, LS21 2HP
In person
Pre-booking not required

The ancient church of All Saints is a Grade 1 listed building. Of special interest are the triple decker pulpit and Squire's Parlour, the family pew of the Dawson family, descendants of the Vavasours lords of the manor of Weston.

All Saints' Church Kirk Deighton

All Saints' Church, Main Street, Kirk Deighton, North Yorkshire, LS22 4EB
In person
Pre-booking not required

Come along and explore this historic Grade I listed church and take the opportunity to visit the bell-ringing chamber.

All Saints' Church, Spofforth

All Saints' Church, Church Lane, Spofforth, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 1AF
In person
Pre-booking not required

Explore this historic Grade II Listed church, dating to the 11th- 15th century. The clock was installed in 1818 and has a most unusual 20 ft. pendulum.

Aske Hall

Aske Hall, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL10 5HJ
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Discover the secrets of Aske Hall this Heritage Open Days!

Aysgarth School Chapel and Heritage Tour

Aysgarth School, Newton-le-Willows, Newton-le-Willows, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 1TF
In person
Pre-booking required

Aysgarth opens its doors for Open Heritage Day, welcoming the public to tour the school and hear our Chapel Choir. Founded by Rev. Clement Thomas Hales, the school moved to Newton-le-Willows in 1890, housing a beautiful Arts and Crafts chapel.

Behind the Scenes at the Museum

Beck Isle Museum, Bridge Street, Pickering, North Yorkshire, YO18 8DU
In person
Pre-booking not required

Sneak a peak behind the scenes at the museum. Meet our curatorial volunteers, see how we store and care for objects and how we've utilised our Grade II* building to store and display over 50,000 objects.

Beningbrough

Beningbrough Hall, Beningbrough, York, North Yorkshire, YO30 1DD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Explore the evolving gardens full of late colour and watch the harvest grow in the walled garden. Discover the story of the estate in the historic rooms on the ground floor and see the latest art exhibition in the first floor galleries.

Dean Road cemetery architectural guided walk

Dean Road cemetery, Dean Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12 7SN
In person
Pre-booking not required

Join Chris Hall for a guided walk looking at the cemetery buildings and the memorials to a number of architects and builders who were invlved in the 19th century development of Scarborough

Exhibition: Architectural Inspirations from The Quilt Collection

St. Anthonys Hall, Peasholme Green, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 7PW
In person
Pre-booking not required

Architectural Inspirations explores a selection of quilts and textile art from The Quilt Collection, that feature design elements and inspirations from architecture across Britain.

Explore New Park’s Hidden Heritage Centre

New Park Primary Academy, Skipton Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 3HF
In person
Pre-booking not required

This is a rare opportunity to explore the New Park Heritage Centre, hidden away within the grounds of New Park School. We are lucky enough to have Terry Williams, founder and energy behind the exhibition on hand to answer any questions and guide us.

Gazebo

Blossomgate Court, Blossomgate., Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 2AW
In person
Pre-booking not required

Stroll in the surroundings of this eighteenth century marvel still surviving in Ripon.

Giggleswick School Chapel

Giggleswick School, Giggleswick, Settle, North Yorkshire, BD24 0DE
In person
Pre-booking not required

Come and visit the icon Giggleswick School Chapel. The day will start with a chapel service at 10am (pre-booking required ). Throughout the day there will be musical performances and guided tours available to show case this wonderful pace of worship.

Grassington to Linton in Craven walk taking in the heritage through 17th century buildings

The Square, Grassington, North Yorkshire, BD23 5AQ
In person
Pre-booking required

A short heritage walk taking in a variety of 17th century buildings with a talk and discussion presented in the historic Threshfield Primary School.

Harrogate Baptist Church

Victoria Avenue, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 5RD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Harrogate Baptist Church is a Grade II listed building located on Harrogate's Victoria Avenue, dating back to 1883, with many original features to explore.

How Stean Gorge

How Stean Gorge, Lofthouse, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 5SF
In person
Pre-booking not required

How Stean Gorge is a limestone ravine and natural wonder you can explore not just observe. As a Site of Special Scientific Interest, you can explore the caves and follow the winding paths around the gorge. Orienteering trail & activity pack available