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BENINGBOROUGH D3
BLACK SHEEP BREWERY C2
BOLTON ABBEY C3
BRODSWORTH D5
BRONTE PARSONAGE MUSEUM C4
BURTON AGNES G3
BURTON CONSTABLE G4
CAPTAIN COOK MUSEUM F1
CASTLE HOWARD E3
DALES COUNTRYSIDE MUSEUM B2
EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE F4
ELSECAR HERITAGE CENTRE D5
FORBIDDEN CORNER C2
FORT PAULL G4
FOUNTAINS ABBEY D3
HALIFAX C4
HEBDEN BRIDGE ARTS FESTIVAL B4
HELMSLEY CASTLE E2
HOBBIT HOTEL - HALIFAX C4
HOLMFIRTH FOLK FESTIVAL C5
HOW STEAN GORGE C3
KEIGHLEY & WORTH VALLEY RAILWAY C2
LIGHTWATER VALLEY D3
LOTHERTON HALL C4
MAGNA D4
MERCHANT ADVENTURERS HALL D6
MIDDLETON RAILWAY E3
NATIONAL COAL MINING MUSEUM E3
NATIONAL FISHING HERITAGE CENTRE D5
NEWBY HALL G5
NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY D3
PICKERING CASTLE F2
RICHMOND CASTLE F2
RIEVAULX ABBEY C1
RIPLEY CASTLE E2
ROTHERHAM D3
RYEDALE D6
SCIENCE IN THE CITY - YORK E3
SETTLE-CARLISLE RAILWAY F3
SELBY E4
STUMP CROSS CAVERN C4
SKIPTON CASTLE B3
THACKRAY MUSEUM D4 Enjoy spending the day exploring
THEAKSTON BREWERY C2
THORP PERROW D6 the tranquil 12th century abbey
TROPICAL BUTTERFLY HOUSE C2 ruins. Spot the wild deer roaming in
WENTWORTH CASTLE D5 the parkland, and discover the
WHITE SCAR CAVE A2 stunning beauty of the formal 18th
WORLD OF JAMES HERRIOT D2
YORKBOAT E3 century water gardens.
YORK MINSTER E3
YORK MUSEUMS TRUST
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E3 www.fountainsabbey.org.uk
YORKSHIRE AIR MUSEUM E3
YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK - HAWES B2
YORKSHIRE RIVERS & CANALS
Fountains Abbey &
YORKSHIRE WATER Studley Royal,
North Yorkshire
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children and there is a fantastically well equipped
playground for kids to roam around in.
YORK MINSTER
The awe-inspiring York Minster sits at the very Undercroft, Treasury and Crypt. Now available: 21 May, 7.30pm - Celebration: Gustav Mahler -
heart of the historic city of York. It is the Every Wednesday and Friday, the Bedern Symphony No.8“Symphony of a Thousand”fea-
largest Gothic Cathedral north of the Alps and Glaziers' studio open their doors for a behind turing the Guildhall Orchestra
is a treasure house of artistic and architectural the scenes glimpse of conservators at work on
achievements. It is a beacon for all visitors to some of the Minster's finest windows. Tour 28 May, 7.30pm - Rachmaninov: Vespers by The
the city and is an integral part of the history of price is separate from the Minster admission and Ebor Singers in the Chapter House
the city of York. The Minster is world-famous pre-booking is advised.
for its wonderful collection of stained glass with 11 June, 7.30pm - Haydn: Creation by the York
the glorious Great East Window standing as the Visitors can also climb the 275 steps to the top Musical Society Chorus and Orchestra
jewel in its crown. of the central tower to experience wonderful
views of York and the beautiful Yorkshire 22 June, 7.30pm - Mozart: Mass in D minor
The current Minster was started in 1220 and fin- countryside. K.427 and Beethoven: Symphony no. 9 in D
ished in 1472. This cathedral replaced a previ- minor op. 125 (Choral) by the University of
ous Norman Cathedral which itself was situated As well as attracting half a million visitors each York Choir and Symphony Orchestra
on the site of a Roman Fortress. Visitors can year, the Minster is a working church and holds
delve into the history of the Minster in the over 30 well-attended services each week. All www.yorkminster.org
www.boxoffice.yorkminster.org The Rose Window
CASTLE
Activities
Telephone: 01969 623981.
Step back in time! Dress in Mediaeval costume Email: info@boltoncastle.co.uk
before setting off to explore the Castle. Website: www.boltoncastle.co.uk
Costumes available from the Gift shop and are
included in child’s admission price.
KIPLIN HALL
NR SCORTON - RICHMOND
Over the years successive owners took an inter- A highly recommended day out !
est in developing the gardens. In the 18th centu-
ry the Pleasure Grounds were laid out including For full details of opening times please see the
the woodland to the east of the Hall, which has advert on page 39.
House, Gardens and Tea the New Drawing Room, Designed in Wyatville’s recently been restored. A Walled Garden was
Room Conspire to Please Gothic. The house was altered again in 1887,
when the next owner, Walter Carpenter, engaged
also built in this period. Having been laid to
grass for many years, this once productive
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info@kiplinhall.co.uk
William Eden Nesfield to add a suite of rooms kitchen garden is gradually being returned to its www.kiplinhall.co.uk
The entrance drive to Kiplin Hall reveals noth- above the drawing room, where a new library original purpose. Fruit trees are newly planted
ing of the hidden delights that await the visitor. was created. and the paths that divided the beds are being
The Tearoom
Venture further and around the corner stands relaid, redefining the beds where fruit, flowers
this fascinating Jacobean house, built as his Since the house was built, only four families, and vegetables were grown for use in the Hall.
country seat in the 1620s by George Calvert, related by blood or marriage, have owned Kiplin The Topiary and Rose Gardens are delightful,
Secretary of State to James I and founder of Hall. Each brought furnishings, paintings and and this year a sensory garden will be planted
Maryland, USA. personal possessions. Much of these collections with views across the lake.
remain, and the Hall’s interior is now a fine
The house is of architectural interest and example of a Victorian country house at the Visitors often round off, or start, their visit in
reflects the fashionable design of the period, close of the 19th century, which also retains the Tea Room, located in the Hall’s panelled
with its diapered brickwork, towers and ogee characteristics of its Jacobean beginnings. entrance room. Morning coffee, delicious home-
domes. In the early 19th century the 4th Earl of made cakes and scones, and light lunches are
Tyrconnel and his wife, Sarah, added a drawing served by friendly staff beneath the gaze of
room wing to the south of the symmetrical Charles II and Kiplin family portraits.
building. An 18th century print describes this as
BURTON AGNES HALL Simon Jenkins, author of ‘England’s Thousand After enjoying the Hall and its manicured
AND GARDENS
Best Houses’, described Burton Agnes Hall as gardens, visitors can wander over to the court-
‘the perfect English house’ and as one of the yard and revel in finding the perfect gift from
twenty best English houses alongside Windsor new season’s stock in the Gift Shop and Home
Castle, Buckingham Palace, Chatsworth House & Garden Shop, purchase some seasonal
and Castle Howard. produce from the Farmers’ Food Store and
stock up on home grown plants (all propagated
Outside, lawns with more than a hundred yew from the garden). After all that shopping,
topiary bushes surround the house. There is a visitors can relax in the Impressionists’ Cafe or
classical pond with a fountain and a pebble enjoy an indulgent treat in the ice cream
mosaic garden on the eastern side. The old parlour!
Elizabethan walled garden is an award-winning
wonderland containing over four thousand To find out more about what’s going on Burton
different plants, a potager filled with herbs, fruit Agnes Hall, visit www.burtonagnes.com
and vegetables, herbaceous borders, giant board Burton Agnes Hall, Burton Agnes, Driffield,
games, a maze, a jungle garden and a national East Yorkshire, YO25 4NB
collection of campanulas. To the north of the Telephone: 01262 490 324
house is a woodland walk with wildlife
sculptures to seek out – ideal for anyone looking
for an adventure!
selection of fossils, crystals and sheepskin rugs beyond the show caves which are open to the
info@burtonconstable.co.uk
and tea room with a variety of home-made cakes public, to an overall length of approximately
www.burtonconstable.co.uk
& pastries, as well as the caves themselves. 6km. Many of the deeper caverns are only acces-
There is also a twenty minute film presentation sible to experienced cavers, but there is a possi- Leisure homes Touring caravans/camping facilities
Your ideal home from home.
shown in the comfortable lecture theatre, bility of further sections of the caverns being
The camping area overlooks the lake and
On a separate, exclusive site, in the peace children’s play area. Electric hook-ups are
informing visitors of the history and develop- opened to the public in the future. Indeed, the and tranquility of the Yorkshire available throughout, with night-lighting
ment of the caverns within the local area. impressive reindeer cavern was opened to the
Countryside, own your own static caravan. around the park.
The Tour
The Bistro
© Robbie Shone
White Scar Cave, in the Yorkshire Dales Perhaps coincidentally for an explorer, he bore
It is worth remembering that the cave stays a
National Park, is the longest show cave in the splendid name Christopher Francis Drake
constant 8°C (46°F) throughout the year, so it
Britain. There are underground waterfalls and Long. Wearing only his summer clothes of
feels warm in winter and refreshingly cool in
streams, and thousands of stalactites. The curi- shirt and shorts, and lighting his way with can-
summer.
ous cave formations include the Devil’s dles stuck in the brim of his hat, he crawled
Tongue, the Arum Lily, and the remarkably life- into the low passage. Spurred on by the distant
White Scar is a member of the International
like Judge’s Head. Guides lead visitors along roar of water, he struggled over jagged rocks
Show Caves Association, a body which assists
the well-lit paths and explain the features. The and through pools, until eventually he found
conservation of our natural underground
highlight of the tour is the 200,000 year old himself at the foot of a waterfall. White Scar
environment.
Battlefield Cavern. Over 330 feet long, with its Cave had been discovered, and its name was
roof soaring in places to 100 feet, this is one of derived from the outcrops of pale rock above
the largest caverns in Britain. Also shown on the entrance. The huge Battlefield Cavern was
the tour are fine examples of the geological found in 1971, its boulder-strewn floor sugges-
White Scar Cave, Ingleton,
feature known as flowstone, and a display of tive of fearsome conflict between prehistoric
North Yorkshire LA6 3AW.
fluorescing stalactites. giants. An access tunnel 215 feet in length was
Telephone 01524 241244
driven by Cornish tin miners so that visitors
www.whitescarcave.co.uk
Until 1923 these underground wonders may enjoy this awesome spectacle. Look out
remained a secret of nature. In August that for the ancient mud pools!
year a Cambridge undergraduate undertook a
hiking tour of the area. He noticed a slight fis-
sure in the ground, and decided to investigate.
If you would like to take a group on the Settle- Telephone: 0800 98 007 66 or 017683 53200
Carlisle line, diesel sprinter trains operate all year Fax: 017683 51434
(except Christmas Day and Boxing Day) and dis- www.settle-carlisle.co.uk
Dentdale counts are available for group bookings of ten Email: grouptravel@settle-carlisle.co.uk
or more passengers. Prices depend on the jour-
The Settle-Carlisle Railway is one of the most organisers of any group of ten or more people ney and date of travel. For more information,
scenic railways in the world and passengers enjoy travelling together can contact a Freephone please contact the Group Travel team:
the wonderful views of two of England’s great- number to speak to a representative who will
est rural treasures – the Yorkshire Dales and the advise, assist and book the trip. The booking is
Eden Valley. Views of the Three Peaks made at the Development Company office at
(Whernside, Peny-y-Ghent and Ingleborough) Appleby station.
the highest point of the Pennines, Crossfell, and
the unforgettable landscape of Dentdale make Once a week the bookings are forwarded on to
the journey a memorable experience. the Friends on-train adviser co-ordinator who
then arranges for volunteer guides to accompa-
During the heyday of Victorian railway building, ny the group on the train, point out places of
the Settle-Carlisle line was the last mainline rail- interest and offer leaflets and guide books. The
way to be built in England using sheer physical on-train guides have a wealth of information
might to create a railway featuring wonderfully about the line, its history and other interesting
engineered viaducts and tunnels. Renovated sig- anecdotes including the story of Ruswarp, the
nal boxes, water towers and station furniture dog who helped to save the line from closure.
complement the beautifully maintained
Victorian stations, many of which are adorned
by colourful summer floral displays.
RAILWAY
WILDLIFE AND FALCONRY CENTRE
Discover a wild family day out, catch a glimpse Telephone 01909 569 416
into a faraway world and make friends with crea- www.butterflyhouse.co.uk.
tures great and small.
Relax in the café and let the kids explore the Play
Steam along behind Hawk, Owl, Fox or Badger, tained with a large play area, café and miniature Park with sandpit, pedal cars and aerial glide.
the four friendly steam engines on an enchanti- railway around the pond*. This is an all-weather Family events run throughout the year. Keeper
ng 50 minute return trip. Travel along 3 3/4 attraction which is hugely popular with all the Experiences and guided tours are available by
miles of 15" narrow-gauge rail through the family. pre-booking.
superb scenery of the lovely South Pennine
foothills. Open daily and just 5 minutes from the M1,
Telephone 01484 865727 junction 31. For further information please call
Arrive at the seasonal family area at Shelley, with www.kirkleeslightrailway.com 01909 569 416 or visit www.butterflyhouse.co.uk
play area, tea room, bouncy castle. The facilities
back at the main station will also keep you enter- Harris Hawk
The Ultimate
The Settle-Carlisle
Railway
ENTER THE EARTH & EXPERIENCE
NATURE FROM THE INSIDE
completed of the rooms used by RAF Support For those possibly a little ‘apprehensive’ about
to Hawes. Satnav LA6 3AW
Please quote the Yorkshire Signpost
• Open from 10am daily Feb-Oct,
Command during the 1980’s. going below ground, the Bunker is well lit All information, including a full MP3 audio guide to the
weekends Nov-Jan. Last tour 4pm
throughout, centrally heated and air conditioned route, is available from the web site www.whitescarcave.co.uk
Following painstaking research this area has and with an average ceiling height of 11ft and www.settle-carlisle.co.uk telephone 01524 241244
been fully restored with original furniture and rooms larger than most peoples homes, there is
Kiplin Hall
equipment dating back to that period of the no need for concern. And the ‘Award Winning
bunkers history. And to make viewing of the tours’ are fully interpreted by experienced
area much easier for visitors there is a new ‘walk guides, making us the only bunker in the UK THINK
through’ route with viewing windows overlook- offering fully guided tours. Jacobean House
ing the ‘Command Pit’ where Senior RAF
Commanders would have been accommodated
had there ever been a World War III.
For 2011 a new opening season has been intro-
duced from 19th February until the 30th
Country Seat of Founder of Maryland, U.S.A.
now furnished as a charming Victorian home
packed with family memorabilia
BIG
October, operating two tours daily at all peak
From record breakers
plus new exhibition – One Woman’s Fight
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to history makers, steam NEW 1-TH F
During 2010 there were new extended viewing times. For full information just go to: Sun-Wed, April-Sept, 2–5pm rides to science shows, 201URN O
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areas to many of the other rooms and exhibits www.rafholmpton.com or call 01964 630208
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NATIONAL RAILWAY
Events for 2011
Japan Festival - 9-24 April
MUSEUM
Help mark the 10th anniversary of the National
Railway Museum receiving the Japanese Bullet
Train with live music and martial arts every day
during the Easter holidays. Make your own
origami Bullet Train, dress up in Kimono’s and
Background enjoy a rare opportunity of cab access to the
The National Railway Museum in York is Hidden Gems iconic Shinkansen, the only Bullet Train outside
Japan.
responsible for conserving and interpreting the Visit Search Engine, the Library and Archive
British national collection of railway vehicles Centre and gain access to thousands of fascinat-
and other artefacts. The vast collections include ing hidden treasures. With library space and
Welcome home
over 100 locomotives (including record-breakers research facilities find out more about the histo- Flying Scotsman
and world-firsts) and 180 tonnes of archive ry of the railways and the National Collection. Spring/Summer 2011
material – including posters, works of art, film Search Engine has changing exhibitions so make
and photographs. The Museum is a fantastic free sure you check the website before you visit. An exciting event to welcome home the nation’s
day out with an action-packed events pro- favourite locomotive fresh from her recent over-
gramme running throughout the year and regu- Warehouse Surprises haul. There will be the chance to see Flying
larly attracts over 850,000 visitors each year. Home to the conservation workshops and over Scotsman and participate in a range of fun family
1,000 surprises from the Museum’s collection, activities. Flying Scotsman will also be operating on Copyright NRM
National Treasures the Warehouse provides an alternative and fasci- the mainline in 2011. For further details visit
www.flyingscotsman.org.uk Please note that charges apply for some NRM
For a fantastic free day out in York visit the nating insight from 18th century wooden rails to
a 20th century burger box! Discover all kinds of events. Information is correct at the time of
award winning National Railway Museum. Open Daily (excl 24-26 December) 10.00-18.00 going to print.
Encounter iconic locomotives including the rev- unusual objects and experience The Flying
Scotsman Story Leeman Road, York, YO26 4XJ
olutionary Rocket or the streamlined Duchess. www.nrm.org.uk
Take a seat on the innovative Japanese ‘Bullet exhibition.
Train’. Step aboard the footplate of the largest
locomotive in the National Collection, the Engineers at Work
Chinese locomotive or travel back in time as you Watch engineers at work in a real railway work-
peek into sumptuous royal carriages. shop, where we maintain and conserve locomo-
tives, carriages and wagons. The Workshop can
be viewed from The Works balcony; you might
even catch a glimpse of the engineers working
on the Flying Scotsman.
GALLERY
plete with kitchen and bathroom, original high
beamed ceilings and plentiful natural light.
Christmas carvery with all the trimmings in their there’s only one place to be seen this Halloween
Granary restaurant. weekend.
*Firework displays will take place at 6:30pm on
With so many festivities in one place, it’s no Sat 29th & 5:30pm on Sunday 30th.
Dickensian Festival The entertainment programme will be as com-
wonder that their Dickensian Festival was short-
Thursday 1st - Sunday 4th December 2011 prehensive as ever, with something to keep the
listed for a White Rose Award! Usual all-day entry prices apply.
whole family entertained on all four days:
Entry after 1:00pm for only £12.95pp*
With over 75 stalls selling a huge range of high 10:00AM – 5:00PM EVERY DAY
quality contemporary and traditional merchan- - Jazz Bands
FREE ENTRY & FREE PARKING *Must be pre-booked.
dise, as well as special Christmas displays from - Victorian Flea Circus
- Handbell Ringers
our permanent outlets, why not go along and
- Festive Carol Singers Frightwater Valley Telephone 0871 720 0011
soak up the enchanting atmosphere? leisure@lightwatervalley.co.uk
- Punch & Judy shows Saturday 29th october & Sunday 30th
October www.lightwatervalley.co.uk
You’ll find gifts, stocking fillers and decorations - Barrel Organs
Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 3HT
galore, with Yorkshire crafts, hand-painted pot- - Santa’s Grotto
- Superb Local Choirs With the resurrection of Dracula’s Labyrinth,
tery, fine glassware, millinery, bespoke art and
- Birds of Prey flying demonstrations our live action horror maze, as well as Raptor
hand-made jewellery taking centre stage.
Attack LIVE! and (new for 2011) the haunting
Likewise, this festival just wouldn’t be complete
Oh, and don’t worry if all this Christmas of Skeleton Cove, it’s the return of Frightwater
without an extensive range of stalls selling high-
Shopping and festive entertainment makes you a Valley!
quality North Yorkshire produce, from wines
and beers to pies, meats and cheeses. In fact, little weary - just remember to take time out to
enjoy the taste and aroma of the finest With spooktacular fireworks* adding to the
Lightwater Shopping Village is a showcase for
Christmas fayre. Roasted Chestnuts, a sizzling explosive atmosphere on both nights, along with
everything that’s great about North Yorkshire at
hog roast and delicious mulled wine will be avail- eerie scare zones and the chance to experience a
this festive time of year.
able throughout the festival, as well as a superb selection of your favourite rides in the dark,
The collection holds treasures from around the Tel/Fax: (01756) 752780
www.stumpcrosscaverns.co.uk
globe including the Ottoman Empire, the Wild
West, Europe, Japan and India.
to a 110 mile hike along the Cleveland Way Staithes Panorama © Mike Kipling
National Trail.
YORKSHIRE WATER
Land of Opportunity
Yorkshire is home to some breathtaking scenery “Research told us the majority of people who
and it really is the land of opportunity when it come to our reservoirs have been before – and
comes to the great outdoors. probably keep coming back,” said spokesman
Steve Parsley. “However, although most people
But when you take to the rolling landscapes of have their favourites, what they may not realise is
Yorkshire for a walk around a reservoir, you that there is often another site within easy reach
probably wouldn’t realise the land is owned and which offers something completely different.
maintained by Yorkshire Water. In fact, water
companies are among the largest landowners in “As a result, we’ve been looking at how we can
the UK and play a significant part in the way the tell people about the options they have when
countryside looks today. they’re planning a day out in the countryside.”
Yorkshire Water owns just over 72,000 acres of More information on walks on Yorkshire Water
land and more than a hundred reservoirs, with land – including the long-distance Yorkshire
details of more than 30 circular walks available Water Way – can be found on the company web-
on its website since 2004. site at www.yorkshirewater.com. Leaflets which
include maps and directions can also be obtained
by telephoning 01274 692856.
More recently, the company has been working
on new ways of enhancing visitors’ experiences
and is encouraging more people to make the
Langsett Reservoir between Sheffield and Huddersfield, which now boasts its most of the countryside on their doorsteps.
own three-mile easy access woodland walk for pushchair and wheelchairs.
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THE TRANS PENNINETRAIL Throughout the year there have also been horse
events across the Trail to support the 21st
Anniversary but also to raise awareness of the
British Horse Society’s Fighting for Access
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