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River Nidd At Birstwith 

The outstanding natural beauty of the Harrogate District comprises over 500 square miles of glorious North Yorkshire landscape.

The market towns and Dales villages throughout England's floral district each have their individual flavour and combine with historic houses, castles and abbeys, unforgettable parks and gardens and other well-known attractions to offer a unique package.

Row Boats On The River At Knaresborough

North of Harrogate, the medieval city of Ripon with its fine Gothic cathedral simply exudes history -- aptly manifested in the 1100-year-old tradition of horn blowing, carried out each evening in the market place. Nearby are the monastic ruins of Fountains Abbey, set in the superb grounds of Studley Royal and boasting World Heritage status. Explore the magnificent gardens and the lovely 18th century Adam house at Newby Hall or spend a day at Lightwater Valley Theme Park.

Westward, amid breathtaking scenery, lies the Nidderdale market town of Pateley Bridge. On its horizons you will find the strange sandstone formations of Brimham Rocks and the subterranean wonderland of Stump Cross Caverns.

The river Nidd snakes eastwards through the district, passing the village of Ripley with its dominant castle, on to the picture-postcard beauty of Knaresborough where rowing boats and punts grace its rippling waters below the olde world town situated high above.

Masham, gateway to Wensleydale, is a short run from Harrogate and features craft shops and tours of both Theakstons and the Black Sheep breweries.

Step back to Roman times when you visit remains at Aldborough near Boroughbridge.

A trip to the Jorvik Museum in York brings the Viking invasion to life. York is easily reached from Harrogate by train and affords shopaholics and history buffs alike endless opportunities to indulge themselves. Not forgetting the famous York Minster, York also offers a day out at the races, a cruise on the Ouse, numerous eateries, and theatres.

Outside the Harrogate District but still within easy reach are:

In 1132, 13 monks came here to start a simpler life. Over 400 years later when Henry V111 demanded the closure of the Abbey, the monks left behind what is now the most complete Cistercian abbey remains in Britain.

Today the romantic ruins provide a dramatic focal point for the landscape garden. With the help of a free guided tour it is not difficult to imagine the fascinating lives of the monks all those years ago.