North Yorkshire

Properties and events in North Yorkshire

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A talk about “Two Great Victorians” who left their footprints on Scarborough.

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

The lives of George Lord Beeforth and Oliver Francois Xavier Sarony, entrepreneur's of their time.

Aldborough Roman Open Day

English Heritage, Roman Town Museum, Front Street, Aldborough, York, North Yorkshire, YO51 9ES
In person
Pre-booking not required

Aldborough Roman Town site and museum, Roman Garden & Archaeological Dig. This event is linked to the 14th century St Andrew's Church Open Day

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

All Saints Church, High Street, Burton in Lonsdale, 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

Discover the ancient church of All Saints, a Grade I 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, 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 (11-15C). 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!

AudaTours Harrogate Audio Tour: Taking the Waters

Tewit Well, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 8JG
Online & In person
Book on day

A self-guided audio tour of Harrogate, exploring the spa workers, hoteliers, pump-room attendants and gardeners of the Victorian resort.

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. Enjoy rare access to our beautiful Arts and Crafts Chapel, normally closed to the public, explore the school, hear our Chapel Choir, and discover fascinating stories from Aysgarth’s history and former pupils.

Big Battlefield Walks Weekends - Battle of Fulford 1066

Fulford Parish Council Playing Field, Fordlands Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO10 4PR
In person
Pre-booking required

A chance to visit the field of the least known of the 1066 battles.

Celebrating Bells at St John's

St Johns Church, Berrygate Lane, Sharow, North Yorkshire, HG4 5BJ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Bells will be rung. Bell inspired games will be played. Cake will be eaten. Visit the bell tower and see how the bells are rung and have a go. Diagrams and photos, passed and present, will track the role of bells and bellringing in the community.

Chapel and Hospital of St Anne, Ripon

6-9 High St Agnesgate, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 1QR
In person
Pre-booking not required

An opportunity to visit the ruins of St Anne's which is tucked away between the Cathedral and the river Skell on the historic road of High St Agnesgate (once thought to have been called High St Annesgate) one of Ripon's oldest streets.

Church of the Holy Redeemer, York

Church of the Holy Redeemer, Boroughbridge Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO26 6AB
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Our Grade II listed church, will be open for guided tours, self-led trails and children's activities, relating to our rich heritage. On Wednesday a Community Cafe in the church hall will provide lunches and light refreshments.

Clifton Castle

Clifton castle, Clifton, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 4AB
In person
Pre-booking required

A tour of Clifton Castle to view various heritage assets and chattels, including conditionally exempt items.

CWGC Tours 2026 - Fulford Cemetery

Fordlands Road, Fulford, York, North Yorkshire, YO19 4QG
In person
Pre-booking required

Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a free tour of Fulford Cemetery, led by one of our experienced volunteer tour guides.

CWGC Tours 2026 - Selby Cemetery

Selby Cemetery, Long Mann Hills Road, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 9BL
In person
Pre-booking required

Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a free tour of Selby Cemetery, led by one of our experienced volunteer tour guides.

Drawing the Past - A Family Workshop

Beeforth's Hive, Esplanade, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 2AY
In person
Pre-booking required

Join us for a fun afternoon of comic book creation as we discover more about the life and times of Thomasina Farrer, the woman who discovered the Spa waters 400 years ago and set Scarborough on its path as the countries first seaside holiday town.

Every day lives from Scrayingham's past

Scrayingham Church, Main Street, Scrayingham, York, North Yorkshire, YO41 1JD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Following the Heritage Open Days theme for 2026 of 'Every Day Lives', this year's event at Scrayingham church will focus on the lives of people who have had a connection with the village church over the years.

Everyday Histories: Behind the Doors of The Harrogate Club

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

Step inside The Harrogate Club for Heritage Open Days and explore the building through its everyday stories. This guided tour brings to life the people, rooms and history that have shaped the Club since 1886.

Exhibition on Hunmanby Hall (prior to school)

Hunmanby Community Centre, 35 Stonegate, Hunmanby, Filey, North Yorkshire, YO14 0NS
In person
Pre-booking not required

A photographic exhibition of Hunmanby Hall (before it became Hunmanby Hall School) showing a world event timeline. Refreshments will be available Saturday 12 September, from 10am-12pm, Hunmanby Community Centre

Exhibition: Everyday Histories - Exploring the lives of Quiltmakers from the Past

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

Join us at The Quilters' Guild as we delve into the history and stories of the quiltmakers in the Quilt Collection, with a chance to explore a range of beautiful textiles from the Quilt Collection.