Great Days out a Collection of Yorkshire’S Finest Attractions
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FREE2017 GUIDE! Great Days Out A collection of Yorkshire’s finest attractions www.castlesandgardens.co.uk “Bringing you a whole host of ideas for great days out for all the family with our fantastic selection of formidable castles, splendid stately homes, ancient abbeys and glorious gardens.” Front cover: The Bowes Museum Beningbrough Hall, Gallery & Gardens Welcome to Yorkshire’s Great Houses, Castles & Gardens Inspiration and fun for all the family, our ‘Great Days Out’ guide presents Yorkshire’s finest collection of attractions. Read on to find out further information about each attraction, including what’s new for 2017, directions and opening times. And with a whole series of events taking place throughout the year, there is even more reason to get out and about. From plant fairs, car and steam rallies and period re-enactments to outdoor theatre, concerts and festivals there is something for everyone. To discover even more about all of the attractions in our collection, download a range of special offers, such as 2-4-1 entry, and find ideas for days out and things to do during 2017, visit www.castlesandgardens.co.uk. Bolton Abbey 03 Getting around Yorkshire Symbols Once you’re in Yorkshire there are plenty of options for getting around, whether you prefer your own pedal National Trust property power, sitting back on a train or bus or exploring scenic back roads by car. By Bicycle English Heritage property Following on from the huge success of the magnificent Tour De France and annual Tour De Yorkshire, cycling has never been so popular. Quiet country roads, byways and a network of cycle paths, there’s a lot to see and do, so get on your bike and Yorkshire In Bloom Attractions discover Yorkshire from your saddle. To plan your which have achieved recognition for perfect cycling route, visit planting, cleanliness and maintenance www.yorkshire.com of their gardens. By Rail High speed trains from London and Scotland link into VAQAS Attractions which have achieved an excellent local network at places such as York, recognition for planting, cleanliness and Leeds, Doncaster and Darlington. maintenance of their gardens. By Road Yorkshire’s road network is easily accessible from all Accredited Museum parts of the country. The A1 and M1 from the South and the M62 from the West give speedy access into the region. From the North East and Scotland, the A1 brings you to the heart of our attractions. HHA Member of the Historic Houses Association Tourist Information Centres Yorkshire is well served with a network of Tourist Information Centres where you can obtain more detailed information leaflets on our attractions. W Winter Opening Attractions are either fully open For a full list of Tourist Information Centres visit or have reduced opening times during winter www.britainexpress.com/TIC/Yorkshire.htm months. It is preferable to confirm in advance by telephoning. www.castlesandgardens.co.uk To download special offers such as 2-4-1 entry visit c Dogs welcome on leads (grounds only) our website. You’ll also find further information about all of our attractions, discover what’s on and keep up Plant sales to date with the latest news. Children’s playground Social Media Make sure you follow us on K Tearoom Twitter @YGHCG and like us on Facebook /YGHCG to keep up to date with what’s g Gift Shop going on across our attractions along with exclusive previews, insights and behind the scenes news b Group Visits E For enquiries or further information contact: Facilities for wheelchair users and those with limited mobility Tel: 01759 373628 Email: [email protected] Facilities for visual impairments castlesandgardens.co.uk Facilities for auditory impairments @YGHCG YGHCG 04 Yorkshire’s Great Houses, Castles & Gardens 1 Coffee Yard, Off Stonegate, York, YO1 8AR Barley Hall 01904 615505 Discover a medieval townhouse in the heart of York. barleyhall.co.uk Once home to the Priors of Nostell and a Lord Mayor of York. Until the 1980s the building was hidden under a modern facade, with the amazing medieval Opening times structure only discovered and its rich history uncovered when it was about to Open Daily 10am until 4pm. Holiday opening times vary. be destroyed. Now restored to its original splendour, Barley Hall is dressed as Check website for latest opening hours. it would have been when the Snawsell family called it home in 1483. Boasting stunning high ceilings, beautiful exposed timbers and a magnificent Great Hall, Directions we invite you to make yourself at home in the Middle Ages. Plus: Discover Barley Hall is located in the heart of York. Walk up Henry VIII’s impact on York through archaeology and first-hand accounts of Stonegate, towards York Minster and Coffee Yard is life in the city at the ‘Power & Glory’ exhibition, included in your admission. located on the right hand side. W g b 2 photo: NT Images, Chris Lacey photos: NT Images Beningbrough, York, YO30 1DD Beningbrough Hall, Gallery and Gardens 01904 472027 Built in the 18th century, numerous occupants have changed the face of nationaltrust.org.uk/beningbrough this Italian-style house and it has an intriguing story to tell. From a wealthy teenager who built this mansion, its occupation by the Opening times RAF in WWII, to the re-invention as a country house gallery in partnership 4 March – 5 November, Tuesday – Sunday, 10.30am – with the National Portrait Gallery. Today, the architectural grandeur of the 5pm. Open extra for bank holidays, Mondays in July & rooms is a perfect setting for the many 18th century portraits featuring August and weekends throughout winter. people who have influenced British history and its culture. In the garden, traditional formal mixed borders contrast with sweeping lawns, and the Directions restored working walled garden. Taste the day’s harvest in the walled Located between York and Harrogate. garden restaurant with south facing terrace for sunny, dry days. Signposted off the A19 and A59 (over toll bridge). W g K b E National Trust Yorkshire’s Great Houses, Castles & Gardens 05 3 Estate Office, Bolton Abbey, Skipton, BD23 6EX Bolton Abbey 01756 718009 Escape for a day at Bolton Abbey. boltonabbey.com Wander along the riverside and woodland paths, explore the Priory Church and Ruins and discover a landscape full of history and legend. Relax by Opening times the river and enjoy a picnic or treat yourself to lunch and fresh homemade Open everyday from 9am. cakes in the cafes and tearooms. During the school holidays enjoy fun and adventure. Meet the Estate Bunny, brave the Welly Walk and see if you can Directions master all the obstacles and climb to the top of the tree, unravel the witch’s Just off the A59 on the B6160 BETWEEN Harrogate spell and spot the pumpkins hidden in the trees, meet Father Christmas and and Skipton. For satellite navigation our postcode is discover your favourite scenes along the New Pantomime Trail through BD23 6EX. Strid Wood. W g K b c E 4 Nr Leyburn, DL8 4ET Bolton Castle 01969 623981 Bolton Castle is a stunning late medieval castle completed in 1399. boltoncastle.co.uk Our visitor experience includes period dressed rooms, falconry, hawk and owl displays, a chance to try archery and a wild boar park. There Opening times is a tea room, gift shop and gardens, which include a maze. Tours Open from 10 am to 5 pm from 1 April to 30 October and school activity days can be arranged with prior notice. We also 2017. We close on some Saturdays due to weddings. have activity packs for children. Details of special events, including Please check website for details. living history and theatre can be found on the website. The castle is a stunning wedding venue and is licensed for civil ceremonies, drinks Directions and entertainments. It has also been used as a film location, including Approximately 5 miles west of Leyburn. Follow A684 to Ivanhoe, Elizabeth and recently the Horrible Histories film ‘Bill’. Wensley, turn right towards Redmire and Carperby (also brown signed) and castle will be seen soon after Redmire village. g K b c 06 Yorkshire’s Great Houses, Castles & Gardens 5 Breezy Knees Gardens Common Lane, Warthill, York, YO19 5XS 01904 488800 A riot of colour from May to September in 20 acres of extensive gardens. breezyknees.co.uk Explore sweeping herbaceous borders, a fragrant rose garden, fountains, rockery, cottage garden, special June and September gardens and much Opening times more. The gardens remain packed full of colour throughout summer, Gardens - Everyday 10.30am - 5pm (1 May to 30 Sept). supplemented by new highlights, like the irises of May, the peonies of June, Nursery - Everyday 10.30am - 5pm (1 May to 30 Sept). the roses of mid-summer and the late summer blooms of the September Cafe - Wednesday to Sunday plus Bank Holiday garden. Come and see why after a recent visit, renowned plantsman Roy Mondays (1 May - 30 Sept). Lancaster commented - “What I saw exceeded all expectations and I for one was bowled over.” Plus, our specialist nursery has a particularly fine selection Directions of perennials and our cafe is open Wednesday to Sunday plus Bank Holiday 6 miles east of York, 1 mile off A64 between Warthill Mondays serving light lunches, freshly baked scones and delicious cakes. village and A64. K b E 6 Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Brodsworth, Doncaster, DN5 7XJ 01302 722598 english-heritage.org.uk/brodsworth Glimpse a Victorian vision of life in a country house. Brodsworth Hall was built and the pleasure gardens laid out, in the 1860s, as Opening times House & Servants’ Wing (Guided tours an up-to-date new home for the Thellusson family and their servants.