DISCOVER RICHMOND
Experiences
Richmond, North Yorkshire is a town of unique character and beauty which has changed little through the centuries. With its variety of shopping and its many pubs, hotels and restaurants, the proximity to the most stunning scenery anywhere to be seen, Richmond remains one of the most beautiful and rewarding places to visit in the Country.
CASTLES & HOUSES
Discover Raby Castle in Staindrop, a 14th-century fortress surrounded by a sprawling 200-acre deer park. Wander through the extensive gardens of Newby Hall in Ripon, complete with a charming miniature steam train. In Harrogate, Harewood House and Bird Garden offer both impressive architecture and delightful wildlife. Castle Howard, near York, captivates with its stunning design and ties to "Brideshead Revisited." Step into history at Middleham Castle in Wensleydale, the former home of Richard III, and Bolton Castle, where Mary Queen of Scots was famously imprisoned. Each site provides a fascinating glimpse into the region's rich heritage and breathtaking landscapes.
Richmond and its surrounding areas are home to several fascinating museums. The Green Howards Museum in Richmond showcases the history of the local regiment, while the Georgian Theatre Museum, also in Richmond, offers a glimpse into a unique theatre built in 1788 that is still active today. The Beamish Open Air Museum in Chester le Street features electric tram cars, shops, houses, a pub, a working farm, a colliery, and pit houses, all reconstructing northern life in the 1900s. The Coach and Carriage Museum in Aysgarth provides insights into historic transportation. In York, the Jorvik Viking Museum allows visitors to step back in time and experience a Viking community. Finally, the Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle boasts a remarkable art collection housed in a French Chateau surrounded by landscaped gardens.
MUSEUMS
WATERFALLS
Richmond Falls is one of the most popular walks in the Richmond area, offering a three-mile trek filled with stunning scenery and plenty of points of interest. Aysgarth Falls, a series of three waterfalls surrounded by forest and farmland, stretches nearly a mile along the River Ure as it flows into mid-Wensleydale. Discover the power of nature at High Force in Middleton, one of England's most spectacular waterfalls, located in Forest-in-Teesdale in the heart of the Durham Dales.