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22 places

Nature · Helmsley Ryedale

A secluded woodland reserve north of Helmsley with veteran trees, seasonal flowers and wildlife.

Heritage · Helmsley Ryedale

An historic estate close to Helmsley with landscape terraces, parkland and the National Centre for Birds of Prey within its grounds.

Hotel · Helmsley Ryedale

A hotel and spa in central Helmsley with rooms, restaurant, outdoor pool and Verbena Spa.

Town · Helmsley Ryedale

A compact market town with sandstone streets, independent shops, cafés, a castle and direct access to the western North York Moors.

Arts culture · Helmsley Ryedale

A community arts venue presenting cinema, theatre, music, exhibitions, talks and workshops in central Helmsley.

Pub · Helmsley Ryedale

A small brewery and brew tap in central Helmsley producing its own North York Moors beers.

Heritage · Helmsley Ryedale

A castle above the River Rye whose surviving remains trace the site from medieval fortress to Tudor mansion and later ruin.

Family attraction · Helmsley Ryedale

A 25-metre heated outdoor swimming pool run as a charity in the North York Moors National Park.

Garden · Helmsley Ryedale

A five-acre historic walled garden below the castle, with borders, glasshouses, orchard, café, plant centre and shop.

Shop · Helmsley Ryedale

A family-run food shop with a deli counter, pantry, Yorkshire produce, cheeses, meats, pies, sandwiches and drinks.

Cafe · Helmsley Ryedale

A Helmsley branch of the Yorkshire bistro-deli-bakery serving baked goods, deli plates, sandwiches and café food.

Family attraction · Helmsley Ryedale

A specialist bird-of-prey centre at Duncombe Park with more than 40 aviaries, flying demonstrations and extensive outdoor space.