The largest and one of the most historic counties in the UK, Yorkshire is at the top of the list as a popular destination for a holiday or short break. Whether you prefer a city break, a cultural trip or a stay in the countryside, the sublimely beautiful county of Yorkshire has it all. Stunning high moors, where farming is still a large part of the landscape, beautiful woodlands and three superb National Parks, Yorkshire has grand stately homes, ancient castles and miles of trails for rambling and serious walking trips.
The Yorkshire Dales, The Peak District and the North Yorkshire Moors cover over a thousand square miles and these stunning national parks have been the inspiration for some of the most famous artists in the UK. Writers like the Brontes of Haworth, sculptor Henry Moore and the painter David Hockney are just a few of the talents to emerge from Yorkshire. If you are looking for a place to stay, there is a vast choice of holiday accommodation in Yorkshire. Self catering houses and cottages can be found all over the county with many offering pet friendly accommodation. For visitors who prefer a stay close to nature (but with excellent amenities) there are many glamping sites dotted all around the county with easy access to the many villages and towns where locals will make you feel exceedingly welcome.
Staying in one of the plentiful bed and breakfast houses, you can enjoy many of the local traditions that are particular to Yorkshire. Watching the worlds best brass bands and enjoying a meal and a drink in one of the friendly local pubs offers an insight into country life in the Dales.
There are plenty of things to do in Yorkshire and if you want a local guide to help you make the most of your trip, Rosemary Barnes uses her local expertise to show you the best restaurants, the best views, the best Yorkshire has to offer. With a background in tour operations Rosemary can also help you with planning itineraries to make sure you get the most from your stay. Rosemary has received the Visit England Good to Go accreditation and is keen to get out and about with visitors again.
If you love culture, history and art, a visit to the walled city of York is a must. From there you can take a day trip with a local family business. BOBH Day Trips From York have regular trips to the National Parks, Whitby and many of the hidden gems in Yorkshire. Visit the Oldest Sweet Shop In the World at Pately Bridge or the Bolton Abbey Steam Railway. Trips start at 9am from close to the York Minster.
There is so much to do in Yorkshire that you will be spoiled for choice. If it rains and it may well do so, why not spend a day at The Deep. This is one of the largest and best aquariums in the country. Conservation is one of the prime aims at the Deep and there are over 3,500 different species of sea life including sharks and swordfish. The Deep is located between the Hull and Humber rivers and is a landmark for aquatic research.
Looking for some action? Try the How Stean Gorge which has been attracting visitors for more than 100 years. The centre allows full view of intrepid visitors trying out abseiling or gorge walking and the restaurant is open all year round. This is place for all the family and for all ages.
The Calderdale Industrial Museum is a fantastic experience where you can learn all about weaving, a part of the history of Yorkshire that is embedded in the soul of the area.
These are just a few of the attractions that Yorkshire has to offer. There are so many beautiful places to see whether you are in the city and towns or in the stunning countryside. The Janet's Foss waterfall and Malham Cove are two more attractions that certainly qualify as areas of outstanding natural beauty. All around Yorkshire there are spectacular sights that will take your breath away.
Finding somewhere to stay is simple. Self catering cottages, flats and houses, bed and breakfast rooms with many that are pet friendly and top class hotels are all available.
Whether you are planning a long weekend or an extended holiday you will find the perfect type of accommodation you want in this wonderful part of the UK.
Bank House Farm Hostel offers exceptionally flexible self catering accommodation in a simply beautiful position nestling within the dale of Glaisda...
Beech House Hebden Bridge offers quiet self catering accommodation for up to 6 guests. The ground floor comprises a fully fitted kitchen with al...
Dating back to around 1780, Bewerley Hall Cottage was the former home of the Head Gardener at Bewerley Hall. Today, Bewerley Hall Cottage is a beau...
Blind Beck Holiday Cottage, Horton in Ribblesdale dates back to the 17th century and is full of charm and character. This self catering cottage inc...
Large detached house in village location on North York Moors. Large lounge with large flat screen tv, 2nd lounge with large flat screen tv and sofa...
Award winning, 5 star Gold luxury self-catering holiday cottages at Broadgate Farm near Beverley in the Yorkshire Wolds - a collection of 6 barn co...
As part of the Holiday at Home collection, at Brompton Lakes, Easby, Richmond you will enjoy all the perks of a boutique hotel, with the privacy an...
Cawder Hall Cottages, Skipton consist of three English country self catering holiday cottages. Each is surrounded by open untamed moorland and stun...
At Cherry Tree Cottages, we have two warm traditional stone cottages, set in two acres of natural heather and woodland garden, with extensive views...
Clarke Cottage is situated in the village of Ingleton, and offers cosy self catering accommodation for up to 4 people. It is a delightful old Dales...
Cliff House Holiday Cottages, Ebberston provide comfortable and welcoming self-catering accommodation in 5 cottages for those that want to experien...
Dairy House Self Catering Cottage, Newton upon Rawcliffe is ecologically aware with solar panels and full central heating. Downstairs it has a doub...
Daisy Cottage, Goathland is a charming self catering bungalow with lovely views over the moors. It has two bedrooms, one double room and one twin r...
Dragonfly Lodge is a truly unique, hand built, wooden cabin offering self catering accommodation tucked away in the rural location of Grindale the ...
East Coast Holiday Cottages, the accommodation comprises: Lounge with TV and DVD player. Conservatory/dining area leading to a fully enclosed lawne...
Forge Cottage, Masham is a little like the Tardis - unremarkable from the outside, but offers incredibly spacious and well equipped self catering a...
All three cozy cottages at Fox and Rabbit Holiday Cottages, Lockton are self catering, have one bedroom, entrance lobby, open plan sitting / dining...
Gulls Cry Cottages, Whitby is an amazing luxury 17th Century Detached Cottage Built in 1660 refurbished to a very high standard, redecorated again ...
Hare Cottage, Finghall is a barn conversion offering self catering accommodation with luxury in/exteriors. Stunning views, enclosed private garden,...
High Dalton Hall Cottage, Richmond has been sympathetically converted from a rambling stone barn into fully equipped, self catering accommodation w...
Home Farm House is a privately owned luxury self catering holiday rental property, located in the beautiful village of Scalby, in Scarborough, Nort...
Honeycomb Lodge offers self catering accommodation at Holicars Holiday Park, Escrick. The Lodge has two double bedrooms both of which have the opti...
Intake Cottage is an archetypal country cottage oozing character from the beamed ceiling, flag stone floors and 18th Century cast iron fire place. ...
Jeff's Cottage, Holmfirth is a beautiful self catering cottage of exquisite d?cor still retains its original character with exposed beams. Furn...
Keld Head Farm Cottages, Pickering borders rich meadows where sheep and cows graze, our nine highly individual self catering cottages provide a per...
Lawnswood Holiday Flats are family run pet & child friendly self catering holiday apartments located in Scarborough Town Centre. All apartments ...
Little House, Robin Hood's Bay is a small but perfectly formed cosy cottage that provides romantic, self catering holiday accommodation for two...
Lucasland Self Catering Holiday Cottages are situated in the historic village of Hunmanby, nestled between the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds and the tr...
Lund Holme Farm Self Catering Cottages, Ingleton have been sympathetically and tastefully restored from our old barn. These cottages have been desi...
Manor Farm Holiday Cottage offers luxury self catering dog friendly accommodation in Hutton Buscel, Scarborough for up to 10 people. An exceptio...
New Close Cottage, Kirkby is a lovely period cottage offering self catering accommodation for up to 5 people. situated on a working form overlookin...
Bourne End House is set in its own grounds, this imposing detached former 'gentleman's residence' is located on the private estate of P...
Self Catering Denmark House, Hunmanby dates back to 1780, this detached, Grade II listed holiday property with a 20ft secluded, walled garden retai...
Old Station Farm, Malton offers luxury self catering accommodation in North Yorkshire, sleeping up to 15 people. A magnificent, limestone, Georg...
One Beckside Staithes offers beautifully renovated and well equipped luxurious self catering accommodation - former fisherman's cottage with t...
Oyster Apartment is a spacious and well located self catering apartment ideal for 2 people to explore and enjoy Whitby. This first floor apartment ...
Oysterber Farm Holiday Cottage, Low Bentham are a collection of 4 cosy, self catering holiday cottages offering accommodation for parties of 2 to 7...
Presby House offering self catering accommodation located in the heart of Whitby. Perfect for exploring North Yorkshire. On the ground floor the...
Skirfare Barn, Kilnsey offers self catering dormitory accommodation in a traditional stone barn and is a distinctive feature of the beautiful Yorks...
Spring Farm Holiday Caravan. It is two bedroomed, a double and twin. Shower and toilet. Kitchen with gas cooker, fridge and microwave and all utens...
Swaledale Cottages, Healaugh is a family run business offering High Grade self catering holiday accommodation to people who expect and appreciate h...
The Crows Nest, Whitby is a stunning, stylish and modern self catering apartment sleeping up to 4 overlooking the picturesque Whitby harbour. S...
The Hayloft, Skipton offers self catering accommodation with breath taking views over The Yorkshire Dales, it is the perfect place to relax. Comple...
The Lookout is a stunning self catering apartment situated on the Beach front in Sandsend providing dream-worthy views of the beach and sea. Ideal ...
Dating from 1701, The Old Forge was the former village Blacksmiths Cottage and Forge. Offering bed and breakfast and self catering cottages through...
The Old Station, Allerston offering unique self catering accommodation provides an excellent base from which to explore North Yorkshire's count...
Rose Cottage Annex, Goathland offers self catering accommodation for up to 2 guests in the heart of the North Yorkshire Moors. The annex is sel...
The Sands - Seafront Apartments Scarborough, Peasholm Gap is a complex of seventy 5-star luxury self catering apartments set in a magnificent locat...
Tryst Cottage Ingleton was unexpectedly featured in the Yorkshire Post Travel magazine in March 2019 as the best self catering property in the Ingl...
Welcome to Tunstall Road Farm, Catterick - Stunning 5 star luxury self catering holiday homes. Sleeping up to 18 people, this spacious and luxuriou...
West Leas Farm Holiday Cottages, Ripon offer six self catering holiday cottages to let - Each one different each one unique all have doors leading...
Westfield Country Park Lodges, Fitling offer self catering accommodation situated in beautifully landscaped grounds amidst 37 acres of tranquil far...