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Harrogate (/ˈhærəɡət, -ɡeɪt, -ɡɪt/ HARR-ə-gət, -gayt, -ghit)[1] is a spa town and the administrative centre of the Borough of Harrogate in North Yorkshire, England. Historically in the West Riding of Yorkshire, the town is a tourist destination and its visitor attractions include its spa waters and RHS Harlow Carr gardens. 13 miles (21 km) away from the town centre is the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Nidderdale AONB. Harrogate grew out of two smaller settlements, High Harrogate and Low Harrogate, in the 17th century. For three consecutive years (2013–2015), polls voted the town as "the happiest place to live" in Britain.[2][3][4]
Harrogate spa water contains iron, sulphur and common salt. The town became known as 'The English Spa' in the Georgian era, after its waters were discovered in the 16th century. In the 17th and 18th centuries its 'chalybeate' waters (containing iron) were a popular health treatment, and the influx of wealthy but sickly visitors contributed significantly to the wealth of the town.
Harrogate railway station and Harrogate bus station in the town centre provide transport connections. Leeds Bradford Airport is 10 miles (16 km) southwest of Harrogate. The main roads through the town are the A61, connecting Harrogate to Leeds and Ripon, and the A59, connecting the town to York and Skipton. Harrogate is also connected to Wetherby and the A1(M) by the A661, while the A658 from Bradford forms a bypass around the south of the town. Harrogate had a population of 73,576 at the 2011 UK census;[5][6] the built-up area comprising Harrogate and nearby Knaresborough had a population of 89,060,[5] while the figure for the much wider Borough of Harrogate, comprising Harrogate, Knaresborough, Ripon, as well as a number of smaller settlements and a large rural area, was 157,869.[7]
Masham is famous for it’s two popular Yorkshire breweries, and its position between Harrogate and the Yorkshire Dales make it an excellent place to visit and provides the perfect base for a longer visit to the area. Located in the breathtakingly beautiful region of Lower Wensleydale, Masham (pronounced ‘Massam’) is famous for its family-run breweries, steam engines and annual sheep fair. A thriving community of artists, authors and craftsmen highlights the town’s creative side and established links to JW Turner and Lewis Carroll. Located in the breathtakingly beautiful region of Lower Wensleydale, Masham (pronounced ‘Massam’) is famous for its family-run breweries, steam engines and annual sheep fair. A thriving community of artists, authors and craftsmen highlights the town’s creative side and established links to JW Turner and Lewis Carroll.
There’s lots to do in Masham, and, on all but the very busiest days, you’ll find an uncommon treat of plenty of parking spaces in the huge marketplace. For children, there’s an impressive play area to work off some extra energy before the family snuggles down in one of Masham’s many cosy bars and restaurants for something to eat and a glass of locally brewed Theakston’s or Black Sheep ale for mum or dad.
Thirsk is an old fashioned market town in the Vale of Mowbray North Yorkshire. Famous for its race course, 15th Century Church and Thomas Lord. Thirsk is the Darrowby of the late James Herriot (Alf Wight), famous vet and author.
Thirsk and Sowerby are set in the centre of "Herriot Country" gateway to the Yorkshire Dales National Park to the west and the North York Moors National Park to the east.
Thirsk is about 320km north of London, 230km south of Edinburgh and 35km north west of York. In 2011 the population of Thirsk (including Carlton Miniott) was 5988 & Sowerby 4249.
Easingwold – or as known by some, ‘The Wold’ – has a traditional, cobbled market square and a green with pretty trees and flowers. The marketplace is home to a weekly open air market on Fridays and also hosts a farmers’ market on the third Wednesday of every month.
Our town is home to a host of independent retailers – from family-run newsagents, mini supermarkets, butchers and bakers, to restaurants, cafés, boutiques and galleries. Long Street, with its shops and cafes, is linked by Chapel Street to the market square. One of the charms of the town is the fact that you will find whatever you are looking for, all within walking distance, amongst the side streets and main shopping areas. Easingwold also a has a plentiful supply of businesses who can help with your everyday needs, including curtain makers, dry cleaners, design agencies, accountants, estate agents and solicitors, to name but a few.
Enjoy some family fun in the town with the children’s play park, complete with modern playground equipment – ideal to keep little ones entertained for hours. On Millfields, a short distance from the market square, there is a wide green space, woods and beautiful wildflowers in season, not to mention a popular new skate park for the youth to enjoy.
Just set to the side of the market square is the Galtres Centre and a lot of the town’s social events are hosted here; it is often described as being at the heart of the community. For the energetic, the Centre is home to tennis courts, football pitches and even a gym. There are several different classes taking place here throughout the week, suitable for all ages. Within the entertainment suite there is a full program of live events and cinema showings which are always well supported. Easingwold is very fortunate to be able to offer free parking to visitors. There is plenty of parking within the marketplace itself, but also at the back of the Galtres Centre, at Millfields and also in two smaller car parks just off Long Street. There is also plenty of free street parking.
Stamford Bridge is a small but popular village in the East Riding of Yorkshire. Situated on the scenic River Derwent, the current bridge which gives the village its name is William Etty's design, built as a three-span bridge in 1727.
Of course, the original "bridge" would have been a natural rock ford which was frequented by Romans with business at the nearby Roman fort.
The fort was established in the area in 70 AD, along with a settlement known as "Derventio".
A proper bridge had certainly been built by the next historic event in this area.
This was the Battle of Stamford Bridge in 1066, when King Harold of England defeated King Harald of Norway, bringing an end to the Viking era. Harold's victory was short-lived; as history recalls he died three weeks later at the better-known Battle of Hastings.
With the arrival of the Normans, the Stamford Bridge area became known as "Pons Belli", meaning "Battle Bridge".
One of the oldest buildings in the village is the corn mill which dates back to 1591. However, the original mill was most likely in existence on that same spot in 1130 AD.
This charming building was still in operation in 1847 when it was expanded to include seven grinding stones and two water wheels. The mill finally closed in 1964 and has since been converted into luxury apartments with enviable river views.
Tadcaster is a market town and civil parish in the Selby district of North Yorkshire, England, 3 miles (5 km) east of the Great North Road, 12 miles (19 km) north-east of Leeds, and 10 miles (16 km) south-west of York. Its historical importance from Roman times onward was largely as the lowest road crossing-point on the River Wharfe until the construction of the A64 Tadcaster by-pass some 660 yards (600 m) to the south, in 1978. There are two rail crossings downstream of the town before the Wharfe joins the River Ouse near Cawood.
Tadcaster is twinned with Saint-Chély-d'Apcher in France.
The town was part of the West Riding of Yorkshire until 1974, but is now part of North Yorkshire.[3] Thanks to its position on the banks of the River Wharfe parts of the town adjacent to the bridge are prone to flooding.[4]
