The 13th Century Pickering castle is only a short walk away from the town centre and railway station. It is compact and quite well preserved.
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Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal – with picture galleries
The extensive sandstone ruins of Fountains Abbey are located in the wooded valley of the River Skell. On the same 800 acre site is the Georgian water garden of Studley Royal complete with statues, follies and amazing views.
Read MoreHelmsley Castle, North Yorkshire
The impressive ruins of Helmsley Castle are located in the town centre on Castlegate. The Castle is managed by English Heritage.
Read MoreCastlerigg Stone Circle, Keswick, Cumbria
Castlerigg is the most visited stone circle in Cumbria. It sits in a natural amphitheatre created by the surrounding fells.
Read MoreRievaulx Abbey, Helmsley
Rievaulx Abbey’s impressive ruins are the perfect choice if you want a day out immersed in history. The extensive site is home to some of the most complete of England’s abbey ruins.
Read MoreMount Grace Priory, North Yorkshire
Mount Grace Priory sits in an idyllic location surrounded by woodland. It can be found at the foot of the Cleveland Hills in the north-west of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park.
Read MoreClifford’s Tower, York – Iconic National Monument
Much of the layout and history of York originates from the Roman and Viking periods. One iconic feature of the city, however, is from the Norman period. The original mound that Clifford’s Tower stands on originally had a timber structure on the top. In 1068 William the Conqueror had this built as a statement of his power over the region. This original building stood for over a hundred years. This was destroyed in a fire…
Read MoreTintagel – Mythical Cornish Fortress
Tintagel the mythical Cornish fortress sits on a headland that is almost an island, and is accessed via a footbridge.
Read MoreStonehenge Stone Circle
The stone circle at Stonehenge is part of a complex landscape of ceremonial monuments. All around the area are ancient burial mounds and barrows.
Read MoreRestormel Castle – 13th Century Circular Castle
Restormel Castle is located above the valley of the river Fowey. The picturesque ruins are all that is left of a luxurious castle that used to belong to Edward of Woodstock, the eldest son of Edward III
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