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A mini guide to
North York Moors: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Check the railway's reach
Bridge 42 at Grosmont needs repair; the NYMR's travel updates say how far trains currently run.
Abbeys by car
Rievaulx and Byland are a short drive from Helmsley; both are run by English Heritage, so check opening days first.
Sutton Bank views
Sutton Bank, on the Hambleton Hills, looks over the Vale of York and the Vale of Mowbray.
Mallyan Spout
The tallest waterfall in the national park is a short walk from Goathland.
Dalby Forest
Forestry England's Dalby Forest, north of Pickering, is part of the North Riding Forest Park.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is North York Moors?
North York Moors is in Yorkshire, England. Heather moorland, abbeys, market towns and the steam railway. Nearby stops and stations include Pickering station, Grosmont station, Malton station.
How long do I need in North York Moors?
Two to three days. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include Helmsley Castle, Rievaulx Abbey, Rievaulx Terrace. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: Pickering station (North Yorkshire Moors Railway); Grosmont station (Northern (Esk Valley line) and the North Yorkshire Moors Railway); Malton station (TransPennine Express between York and Scarborough); Coastliner 840 (Leeds, York and Malton to Whitby). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.
Where can I eat and drink?
We list 13 places to eat and drink in and around North York Moors, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 6 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is North York Moors accessible?
Accessibility varies by street, building and venue. Check each attraction or operator’s access information before you travel.
While you are here
Things to see in North York Moors
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
Captain Cook Schoolroom Museum
Museum in Great Ayton about the boyhood of James Cook.
Helmsley Castle
Medieval castle ruins in the market town of Helmsley; cared for by English Heritage.
Rievaulx Abbey
Ruins of a Cistercian abbey, one of the great English monasteries until 1538; cared for by English Heritage.
Yorkshire
More areas to explore
Yorkshire Dales
Limestone country: Malham, Wharfedale, Wensleydale and the Three Peaks
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Whitby & Robin Hood's Bay
Harbour town at the mouth of the Esk, with the abbey, Captain Cook and Dracula
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Scarborough
Two sandy bays, a castle headland and the resort that grew from a spa
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- Sutton Bank: Afterbrunel, Public domain, source
- Captain Cook Schoolroom Museum: Christopher Hall, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Helmsley Castle: Photograph by Mike Peel (www.mikepeel.net)., CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- Rievaulx Abbey: Tilman2007/Dr. Volkmar Rudolf, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- Yorkshire Dales: F. C. Franklin, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Whitby & Robin Hood's Bay: ianpudsey, CC BY 3.0, source
- Scarborough: derek dye, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Harrogate & Knaresborough: David Rogers, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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