Tourist Attractions in North York Moors
Whitby Abbey
Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 4JT
01947 603 568
1,000+ years old, the striking remains have inspired famous authors. Interactive & family friendly visitors centre. Situated on the cliff above Whitby.
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Captain Cook Memorial Museum
- Grape Lane, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 4BA
- 01947 601 900
Visit the C17th house where Captain Cook came to serve his seaman's apprenticeship. Collection of letters and memorabilia.Open March to October.Special exhibition: Smoking Coasts & ice-bound Seas.
Castle Howard
- Near Malton, York, North Yorkshire, YO60 7DA
- 01653 648 333
A breathtaking home of outstanding architectural beauty. Free guided tours, an adventure playground, cafes, shops and events also make it a great day out.
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Helmsley Castle
- North Yorkshire, YO62 5AB
- 01439 770442
Impressive medieval ruins near the town of Helmsley. Visitior centre with audio-tour & hands-on exhibition. Explore social and military aspects of the fort.
Jumping Jimmies - Open Easter to September
- West Cliff, Whitby, NorthYorkshire, YO21 3HA
- 01947 820 003
Children's play area with small go-karts & trampolines for children up to 10 years. Bouncy castle. Birthday parties welcome, prior booking advised.
Kirkham Priory
- Malton, North Yorkshire, YO60 7JS
- 01653 618 768
Riverside ruins of an Augustinian priory. Located in a beautiful valley. A perfect day out for all the family.
Museum Of Victorian Science
- Glaisdale, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 2QL
- 01947 897 440
A virtual visit to Dr Frankenstein's Laboratory. See demonstrations of Jacob's Ladder, crackling sparks, electric flames, Electro-Static Generators and more!
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Ormesby Hall
- Middlesborough, Cleveland, TS7 9AS
- 01642 324 188
A rural mansion on the edge of Middlesborough with an exquisitely furnished interior. Also home to a model railway exhibition and a splendid tea room.
Pickering Castle
- Pickering, North Yorkshire, YO18 7AX
- 01751 474 989
Set near the market town, the castle is set upon an impressive motte. There is an exhibition in the chapel with family-friendly books and activities.
Scarborough Castle
- Castle Road, North Yorkshire, YO11 1HY
- 08703 331182
2,500 years of prehistoric, Roman & Viking occupation, the castle offers a great family day out. Located 1 mile from Scarborough town centre.
