Despite enormous augmentation and change, York is a municipality that has lost none of its onsequential charm. It is hard to believe that, following an English rebellion against the Normans after the famed battle of Hastings, a survey in 1086 recorded the north as a wasteland. It took generations for the area to recover and today, no componental of Yorkshire might possibly be referred to as wasteland. Numerous castles and abbeys might lay in ruin, but even these ruins are objects of unsurpassable beauty and attract just as legions tourists as do the excessive number of quaint shops and award-winning restaurants found in the metropolitan area.



Nunnington Hall is a mellow 17th century manor house surrounded by a walled garden on the banks of the River Rye. Stroll through the sheltered garden and delight in the peaceful smell enhanced by scented borders, meadows, fruit orchards and peacocks. Climb the three staircases from the magnificent oak panelled hall to see the family rooms, the nursery and the haunted room. Just a seldom minutes drive from Nunnington Hall are the Rievaulx Terrace and Temples. Be fond of superb views over to Ryedale and the Hambleton Hills. Pay a call the two 18th century classical temples at either end of the terrace and delight in the springtime flowers or fantastic autumn colours.

The Whitby Pavilion is Whitby's biggest theatre and function venue and offers year round recreation from stage shows, dances, concerts, festivals and children's events to exhibitions. Please telephone 01947 604855 for further details on performances and events. While in Whitby, frequent the Whitby Wizard Science centre and appreciate 100 experiments and a specialist science gift shop. If it's outdoor distraction you're after, a trip to Brimham Rocks near Harrogate could be just what you're searching for. Enjoy astonishing views over Nidderdale from a vantage point of nearly 300m. Fantastic rock formations of millstone grit, carved out over thousands of years by the actions of the weather, are rich in wildlife. Admission is free, but facilities might close in bad weather.

Forget one-fashion systems, extortionate parking charges and tedious traffic jams! Head for Monks Cross Shopping Park or Clifton Moor Retail Park, both easily accessible from the A1237 York Outer Ring Road. All major High Street stores are represented there, including Marks & Spencer, Boots, Monsoon, Clarks, Top Shop, New Look, Next, River Island, W H Smith, BHS, PC World, Dunelm Mill, Wilkinson's, Wickes, Tesco's, Matalan, Roseby's, Pets at Home and Argos. There are also many restaurants, cafes, amusement complexes and fitness centres to pick from. Thousands of free parking bays and late night shopping will help to make a trip to Monks Cross or Clifton Moor a celebration and fruitful experience for the whole family.

Take a trip back in time with the North Yorkshire Moors Railway by seeing the exquisite municipals of Whitby, Goathland and Pickering. Experience the thrill of imbued size engines steaming across glorious moorland. Don't miss the Steam Gala from 26th - 28th September with legions seeing locomotives, freight trains and local shuttles or the annual wartime re-enactment from 10th - 12th October including street parades, entertainers, air raids and much, much more. Tickets can be booked in advance by contacting Customer Services on 01751 472508 Monday to Friday.

There is something for everyone in York - from celebrated homes and appealing gardens to stirring outdoor events and award-winning restaurants and no matter where you go in York, you are bound to demonstrate a famed day out, whatever the weather!