Skip to content

Yorkshire

Explore abbey ruins, magnificent houses, glorious gardens and some fantastic stretches of coast and countryside including the Dales and the North York Moors in the beautiful county of Yorkshire.

Places to visit

0

Top places to visit in Yorkshire

Child playing in the fallen leaves in the park at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, North Yorkshire
Place
Place

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 

Ancient abbey ruins and an awe-inspiring water garden at this World Heritage Site.

Ripon, North Yorkshire

Fully open today
Visitors in the garden at Wentworth Castle, South Yorkshire
Place
Place

Wentworth Castle Gardens 

Glorious gardens, woodland and parkland, created for the privileged few and preserved for everyone to enjoy.

Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Fully open today
View over a garden with two people sat on a terrace in front of a bricked house
Place
Place

Goddards 

A hidden garden on the edge of York, designed in the Arts and Crafts garden style with formal terrace, wildlife pond, herbaceous borders and historic glasshouse.

York, North Yorkshire

Closed now
Autumn view of the house at East Riddlesden Hall, West Yorkshire
Place
Place

East Riddlesden Hall 

Historic house and intimate gardens, a surprise oasis on the edge of a West Yorkshire town.

Keighley, West Yorkshire

Closed now
A family walk in the garden at Nunnington Hall in late autumn
Place
Place

Nunnington Hall 

A picturesque Yorkshire manor house, nestled on the quiet banks of the River Rye with organic gardens and changing exhibitions.

near York, North Yorkshire

Fully open today
Visitor walking their dog in the garden in autumn at Nostell Priory, West Yorkshire
Place
Place

Nostell 

Discover one of the great treasure houses in the North of England, and explore the surrounding parkland, lakes and formal gardens.

near Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Fully open today
Ormesby Hall garden in autumn
Place
Place

Ormesby Hall 

Explore the rooms of this grand house, and discover the décor, paintings and furniture that tell the stories of the many Pennyman’s who have lived there.

Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire

Fully open today
Stone wall covered with yellow leaves, open gateway with a view to historic house in the background
Place
Place

Beningbrough 

Explore art exhibitions and history in the 300 year old hall, evolving gardens on this family friendly estate in the Yorkshire countryside.

York, North Yorkshire

Fully open today
Ghostly looking sculpture of a gentleman made from mesh in a garden with a house behind
Place
Place

Treasurer's House, York 

Join a tour in this house of contradictions in the centre of York, created as one man's vision to house his eclectic collection of furniture, art and tapestries.

York, North Yorkshire

Closed now
View along the Terrace towards the Ionic Temple at Rievaulx Terrace, North Yorkshire
Place
Place

Rievaulx Terrace 

Explore one of Yorkshire's finest 18th-century landscape gardens with two temples and views to the Abbey in the valley.

Helmsley, North Yorkshire

Closed now
An autumnal afternoon stood in North Moor looking at Mushroom Rocks
Place
Place

Brimham Rocks 

Discover the dramatic rock formations with views of surrounding heather moorland and beyond.

Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Fully open today
Gibson Mill in autumn at Hardcastle Crags, West Yorkshire
Place
Place

Hardcastle Crags 

Meander through this spectacular wooded valley with 19th-century Gibson Mill at its heart.

Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

Fully open today

Things to see and do with the family in Yorkshire

Explore days out in nature for all the family, activities to book or get stuck into and what's coming up in the next school holiday.

Family walking through fallen leaves on autumnal day

Family-friendly places in Yorkshire 

Plan an adventure in Yorkshire this autumn, with play areas, activities for kids, wildlife to spot and plenty of things to do when it rains. Bring the whole family to make memories during your time together.

A child holds a cooking apple at Nostell Priory, West Yorkshire

October half term events 

See what special events are going on in Yorkshire during the next school holidays.

What's on in Yorkshire

Young visitor and family meeting Father Christmas by the open fire at Nostell

Upcoming events in Yorkshire 

There's always something new to see or do at a National Trust place near you - join a host of seasonal events and adventures for all ages. Or plan ahead and book tickets for a memorable time with family and friends. Popular events can sell out so don't miss your chance to book - new events are added regularly.

Visit the National Trust without a car

Travel by train, bus, bike or on foot for a sustainable day out in Yorkshire.

A couple walking through the garden in spring at Goddards, North Yorkshire
Article
Article

Using public transport to travel to places in Yorkshire 

With just a short walk, many places can be access using local bus routes or trains. Here are a few to help you start planning your adventure from the moment you leave your doorstep. Many places are on established cycling routes as an alternative method of transportation, a great way to earn that slice of homemade cake.

Conservation work in Yorkshire

From path repairs, combating fires and improving habitats to building new gardens and planting trees. Our day to day work goes further than just wonderful days out. See some of the work going on near you and across Yorkshire.

Hillside in Close Moss, Marsden Moor with tree planting

Landscapes for Water 

See how West Yorkshire uplands are being restored with ambitious woodland creation, peatland restoration and natural flood management by the National Trust and partners.

Photo competition launches in Skell Valley

Skell Valley project 

Sixteen organisations are working together to create a sustainable future for the Skell Valley. See the latest updates of this essential work to protect the area.

Large hill in the wider landscape with damaged paths

Improving paths at Roseberry Topping 

The National Trust and National Park Authority are working in partnership to repair and resurface the path network and damaged landscape.

Recently planted trees at Crook Gill in Upper Wharfedale, Yorkshire Dales
Article
Article

Making the Yorkshire Dales sustainable for all 

Our work in the Yorkshire Dales is as much about future generations as it is about caring for its magnificent landscapes today. We recognise the Dales as an important place for agriculture while balancing the need to restore more of the natural environment, and we increasingly consider the impacts of climate change on communities further afield. Discover more about our day-to-day work here, from creating new treescapes to managing sites of special scientific interest.

Get involved

From sharing stories, to hands-on labour, giving talks or working behind the scenes, there are many ways to get involved and support our work.

Two visitors with a volunteer looking at furniture in the Saloon at Nostell Priory in West Yorkshire

Volunteering in Yorkshire 

Find out more about how to join one of our teams of volunteers that look after some of Yorkshire's best-loved places, and the opportunities that are available.

National Trust staff talking to volunteers before beginning work on Brean Down, North Somerset
Article
Article

Supporter groups in Yorkshire 

Find out about National Trust supporter groups based in Yorkshire. You can support the places you love by volunteering or enjoying a programme of trips and talks.

Places to stay in Yorkshire

Whether you're planning a weekend away or have a longer trip in mind, Yorkshire has some great places to stay.

The views around Chapel Cottage, Ravenscar, Yorkshire
Article
Article

Coastal cottages in Yorkshire 

You can't beat picking up a trail from your doorstep or watching the sun set at the end of a day exploring. Plan a holiday and stay near the Yorkshire coast.

Dog sitting in the grass next to its owner, on Marsden Moor, West Yorkshire
Article
Article

Dog-friendly cottages in Yorkshire 

When they're part of your family, they don't need to be left at home. Many cottages are suitable for dogs so they can join your on your Yorkshire stay.

The exterior of Whitefields Cottage, Ripon, Yorkshire
Article
Article

Large holiday cottages in Yorkshire 

Big enough for that special occasion, or just an opportunity to get together, explore the largest cottages Yorkshire can offer.

The exterior of Middlethorpe Hall Hotel, Restaurant and Spa, North Yorkshire, part of the Historic House Hotels group.
Article
Article

Middlethorpe Hall Hotel and Spa 

Just two miles from York's vibrant city centre, Middlethorpe offers the best of both worlds, a pretty country house and spa in 20 acres of beautiful gardens.

Upcoming events

Event

Sphagnum Harvesting Day 

Marsden Moor, Marsden, West Yorkshire

Help us to harvest our homegrown sphagnum moss, ready for planting on the moor this autumn.

Event summary

on
10 Oct 2024
at
18:00 to 20:00
Event

Skell Valley Voices Exhibition 

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire

Explore the histories of the Skell Valley through stories from people that have lived and worked there.

Event summary

on
11 Oct to 3 Nov 2024
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 23 other dates or times
Event

A Yorkshire Year 

Nunnington Hall, near York, North Yorkshire

An exhibition of Yorkshire artists, Robert Dutton and Andrew Moodie. Inspired by 'God's own County'.

Event summary

on
11 Oct to 15 Dec 2024
at
10:30 to 17:00
+ 33 other dates or times
Event

Community Gallery 

Nunnington Hall, near York, North Yorkshire

The Community Gallery is a space created to support local makers and artists, with a changing selection every six weeks.

Event summary

on
11 Oct to 20 Oct 2024
at
10:30 to 17:00
+ 8 other dates or times
Event

Orangery and walled garden tours 

Wentworth Castle Gardens, Barnsley, South Yorkshire

A secret door in a wall. Where will it lead? This behind the scenes tour will explore the history, current work and future plans for this historically productive area which is rarely open for public view.

Event summary

on
11 Oct 2024
at
11:00 to 11:45
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Garden and abbey tour 

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire

Join one of our volunteer tour guides to see the abbey as the Georgians once did; incorporated into the dramatic designed landscape.

Event summary

on
11 Oct to 3 Nov 2024
at
11:00 to 12:30
+ 45 other dates or times
Event

Step into history walks - Parkland Monuments 

Wentworth Castle Gardens, Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Head out into the parkland on a friendly volunteer-led walk to learn about the way in which Thomas and William Wentworth shaped their wider estate.

Event summary

on
11 Oct to 18 Oct 2024
at
11:00 to 12:45
+ 1 other date or time
Event

The Botanical World of Mary Delany 

Beningbrough, York, North Yorkshire

See the latest art exhibition in the hall's Reddihough Galleries

Event summary

on
11 Oct to 29 Dec 2024
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 44 other dates or times
A group of four women along a path, in the background, down a hill is a reservoir

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.